Moto Guzzi V 35 III vs Yamaha R 5 F (1988)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi V 35 IIIstacks up against the Yamaha R 5 F. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMoto Guzzi V 35 IIIYamaha R 5 F
Model year19881972
Price
Engine346 cc347 cc
Horsepower27 hp35 hp
Fuel capacity4.5 L3.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesDual discExpanding brake
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Tires100/90-16 / 110/80-18 3.00-18 / 3.50-18

Moto Guzzi V 35 III vs Yamaha R 5 F — which should you buy?

Picking between the Moto Guzzi V 35 III and the Yamaha R 5 F usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi V 35 III brings 27 hp, while the Yamaha R 5 F counters with 35 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: