Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber 850 vs Yamaha TDM 900 (2022)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber 850stacks up against the Yamaha TDM 900. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMoto Guzzi V9 Bobber 850Yamaha TDM 900
Model year20222013
Price
Engine853 cc897 cc
Horsepower65 hp85 hp
Torque73 Nm89 Nm
Weight194 kg199 kg
Seat height31 mm33 mm
Fuel capacity4.0 L5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. ABS. Brembo opposed four-piston callipers.Double disc. Hydraulic. Optional ABS.
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS. 2 pistons caliper.Single disc. Hydraulic. Optional ABS.
Tires130/90-16 / 150/80-16 120/70-ZR18 / 160/60-ZR17

Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber 850 vs Yamaha TDM 900 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber 850 and the Yamaha TDM 900 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber 850 brings 65 hp in a 194 kg package, while the Yamaha TDM 900 counters with 85 hp at 199 kg.

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: