Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GTL vs Honda GL 1200 DX Gold Wing (2009)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GTLstacks up against the Honda GL 1200 DX Gold Wing. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMoto Guzzi Norge 1200 GTLHonda GL 1200 DX Gold Wing
Model year20091987
Price
Engine1151 cc1181 cc
Horsepower89 hp94 hp
Torque100 Nm
Weight247 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity6.1 L5.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. ABSDual disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABSSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 130/90-16 / 150/90-15

Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GTL vs Honda GL 1200 DX Gold Wing — which should you buy?

Picking between the Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GTL and the Honda GL 1200 DX Gold Wing usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GTL brings 89 hp in a 247 kg package, while the Honda GL 1200 DX Gold Wing counters with 94 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: