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Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing a Moto Guzzi vehicle.
We have prepared this guide to give you some of the main points and recommendations for using your vehicle. Before you start riding, we
recommend that you read the complete version in all its parts, available only in digital form, accessible via the QRcode on the cover or by
connecting to the website https://manuals.motoguzzi.com.
We recommend that you keep this guide to facilitate consultation and deliver it to the new Owner in the event of sale, as it constitutes an
integral part of the vehicle.
Happy reading and enjoy your journey!
V85TT - V85TT Travel - V85TT Strada
Ed: 02-03_2024 Cod. 2Q000573 (EN)

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  • Page 1 Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing a Moto Guzzi vehicle. We have prepared this guide to give you some of the main points and recommendations for using your vehicle. Before you start riding, we recommend that you read the complete version in all its parts, available only in digital form, accessible via the QRcode on the cover or by connecting to the website https://manuals.motoguzzi.com.
  • Page 2 The instructions given in this manual are intended to provide a clear and simple guide for using your vehicle. Details are also given of routine maintenance procedures and regular checks which should be carried out on the vehicle by a Moto Guzzi dealer or authorised service centre.
  • Page 3 This use and maintenance manual contains paragraphs identified by signal word DANGER, with warnings for avoiding accident or injury, and paragraphs identified by the signal words WARNING and NOTE, with information to help the user avoid improper use of the vehicle and its components.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    LIST OF TOPICS DAYTIME/NIGHT LIGHTS SWITCH........53 GENERAL MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS...... GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS........8 HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS ACTIVATION SWITCH.... 54 CARBON MONOXIDE............8 HEATED HANDGRIP CONTROL........... 54 FUEL..................8 HEATED SADDLE CONTROL..........55 HOT PARTS................8 STARTER BUTTON..............56 INDICATOR LAMPS............... 8 ENGINE STOP SWITCH............
  • Page 6 LIST OF TOPICS SAFE RIDING................. 80 SPARE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES........ BASIC SAFETY RULES............81 WARNINGS................112 LOAD..................84 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE........... THE VALUE OF SERVICE........... 116 MAINTENANCE..............FOREWORD................88 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE..........116 ENGINE OIL LEVEL............... 88 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE.........116 CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL........ 88 RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS..........
  • Page 7: General Mandatory Requirements

    V85TT - V85TT Travel - V85TT Strada CHAPTER 01 General mandatory requirements...
  • Page 8: General Safety Instructions

    until the engine and the exhaust system General Safety Instructions BECOME EXPLOSIVE have cooled down. UNDER SPECIFIC CONDITIONS. IT IS THEREFORE RECOMMENDED TO Carbon monoxide CARRY REFUELLING Indicator lamps MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES IN A VENTILATED AREA WITH THE ENGINE ATTENTION WARNING SWITCHED OFF.
  • Page 9: Used Engine Oil And Transmission Oil

    PERFORM THE MOTOR OIL LEVEL KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF BATTERY ELECTROLYTE CHECK. IF THE INSUFFICIENT MOTOR CHILDREN. TOXIC, CORROSIVE AND, PRESSURE LIGHT REMAINS CONTAINS SULPHURIC ACID, MAY DESPITE THE ABOVE PROCEDURE CAUSE BURNING IF IT COMES INTO Brake fluid BEING PERFORMED CORRECTLY,...
  • Page 10: General Precautions And Warnings

    General precautions and DANGER OF BURNS warnings IN CASE OF OVERHEATING OF THE ENGINE EXHAUST SYSTEMS DANGER OF OVERHEATING WHILE RUNNING, PAY PARTICULAR ATTENTION: WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STATIONARY, DO NOT KEEP THE ENGINE RUNNING • DANGER OF BURNS. MORE THAN NECESSARY, THIS MAY •...
  • Page 11: Vehicle

    V85TT - V85TT Travel - V85TT Strada CHAPTER 02 Vehicle...
  • Page 12: Main Components Distribution

    Main components distribution...
  • Page 13: Key For Location Of Main Components

    4 . Front left turn indicator 10 . Left rear-view mirror Key for location of main 5 . USB port 11 . Left light switch components 6 . Instrument cluster 12 . Fuel tank cap 1 . Headlamp 7 . Windshield adjustment lever 13 .
  • Page 14: Instrument Cluster

    16 . Battery 33 . Engine oil level inspection port 50 . Right hand guard 17 . Two-seater saddle 34 . Engine oil load cap 51 . Rear right turn indicator 18 . Passenger handle / accessory support 35 . Oil carter protector 52 .
  • Page 15: Instrument Cluster - Key

    5 . Right button (MODE RIGHT); 10 . Engine start / stop switch; Instrument cluster - Key 6 . Down button (MODE DOWN); 11 . Daytime running lights (DRL) / night 1 . Audible warning device; lights / additional headlights switch (if 7 .
  • Page 16: Digital Instrument Panel

    10 . Neutral indicator light, green; accepts a maximum of four keys at the same 11 . Immobilizer / over-revs indicator lamp, time: contact an Official Moto Guzzi Dealer red. to enable these keys or to disable a key that has been lost. Upon vehicle delivery,...
  • Page 17: Digital Display

    If the GUZZI MIA ECU is present, pressing THANKS TO WHICH, BASED ON THE and holding the "MODE RIGHT" button AMBIENT LIGHTING, CAN SWITCH accesses navigation mode. FROM DAY TO NIGHT MODE. Pressing and holding the button changes "HEADLAMP MODE" the digital display mode from ROAD to FUNCTION (SEE...
  • Page 18: Road Screen Legend

    (Where the components are present): tyre hazard icon (displayed ROAD screen legend pressure, heated handgrips, heated seat; temperatures from -15 C° (5 F°) a +3 C 1) On-board computer log (TRIP LOG A / ° (37.4 F°)) / Battery warning indicator 2) Riding mode active;...
  • Page 19: Warnings

    16) Hand grip heating level indicator the scheduled maintenance has been (displayed if applicable); completed by an authorised Moto Guzzi Dealer or service centre. 17) Seat heating level indicator (displayed if applicable); 18) Low tyre pressure alarm (displayed where applicable);...
  • Page 20 WITH EACH KEY "ON", THE TPMS ICON WILL FLASH UNTIL THE SYSTEM DETECTS A VALID SIGNAL FROM BOTH SENSORS. THE FLASHING CAN LAST UP TO THREE MINUTES. For more information on the ABS system ABS OFF and its activation/deactivation, please refer When this light comes on, it indicates that FUEL LEVEL to the section entitled "ELECTRONIC...
  • Page 21 This value is reset every time the gasoline cause. level in the tank exceeds the reserve THE FUEL LEVEL INDICATION CAN Take your vehicle to an Official Moto Guzzi threshold. CHANGE DEPENDING Dealer as soon as possible.
  • Page 22 FOUR limiting vehicle performance in order to allow ARROWS FOR 30 SEC. TO WARN the rider to go to an Official Moto Guzzi In the event that an oil pressure sensor THE VEHICLES FOLLOWING OF A Dealer at a reduced speed.
  • Page 23: Alarms

    "ALARM CAN ECU DISCONNECTED" TAKE YOUR VEHICLE TO AN Official accompanied by the general alarm warning Moto Guzzi Dealer AS SOON AS light in the Pop-up area which will turn red. POSSIBLE. MGCT disabled alarm...
  • Page 24 "ALARM BRAKE STUCK" accompanied by DRIVE CAREFULLY AND CONTACT AN the general warning icon and the Pop-up WARNING Official Moto Guzzi Dealer AS SOON area will turn red. AS POSSIBLE. Headlamp disconnected alarm "CAN DRIVE CAREFULLY AND CONTACT AN HLU"...
  • Page 25: Mapping Selection

    TPMS control unit must be display the "Vehicle not configured" alarm to configured by an Official Moto Guzzi Dealer indicate that it needs to be reconfigured by in order to communicate with the vehicle's an Official Moto Guzzi Dealer.
  • Page 26 characteristics to the riding style. The IF THE THROTTLE IS OPENED WHILE standard settings for this riding mode are THE NEW RIDING MODE IS SHOWN the same as for "SPORT", but with the IN FLASHING MODE ON THE DISPLAY difference that here they can be changed (I.E.
  • Page 27: Electronic Controls Of The Vehicle

    ABS: Anti-Lock Braking System; buttons, the desired parameter may be ABS system. selected and by briefly pressing the "MODE MGCM: Moto Guzzi Engine Control; RIGHT" button, the intervention value can The CORNERING mode takes into account MGCT: Moto Guzzi Traction Control;...
  • Page 28 the corresponding icon will be displayed, indicating the absence of ABS control on the rear wheel. WHEN THE ABS STARTS WORKING, After 30 sec. the information pop-up will A PULSING IS FELT ON THE BRAKE disappear and only the icon will remain lit. LEVER.
  • Page 29 - stop the vehicle; MAXIMUM CAUTION AND CONTACT THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF YOU. - Key OFF-ON; AN official Moto Guzzi dealer. - ride the vehicle to a speed above 5 km/ ATTENTION h (3.1 mph): the ABS warning light must be turned off;...
  • Page 30 0.1 - 2.00 mm (0.004 - 0.079 in) and fixed until the rider activates the system DRASTICALLY REDUCING DRIVING again. MGCM - Moto Guzzi Engine Control SAFETY. MGCT SYSTEM ACTIVE is the system that controls and manages the engine's power delivery:...
  • Page 31 corresponding page of the travel log, in all riding modes The MGCT value is changed (from 0 (OFF) to 3) with short up or down presses of the control. From level 1, the MGCT ("OFF") is permanently disabled with a long press downwards.
  • Page 32 MOTORCYCLE IN MOTION. AREA WILL TURN ORANGE AND THE WORDS "MGCT OFF" WILL THIS OCCURS, CONTACT APPEAR, WARNING RIDER OFFICIAL Moto Guzzi dealer. THAT TRACTION CONTROL BEEN DEACTIVATED. IN ADDITION INFO POP-UP, MGCT system warning light key MGCT WARNING LIGHT ON THE...
  • Page 33 - Indicator light flashing quickly: when AND ADJUSTMENT, CONTACT AN SUCH BEHAVIOUR MGCT system is effectively implementing Authorised Moto Guzzi Garage. CONSIDERED NORMAL AND DOES traction control. NOT CREATE MALFUNCTIONS IN THE SYSTEM. Distance between tone wheel and front sensor 0.1 - 2.00 mm (0.004 - 0.079 in)
  • Page 34: Control Buttons

    The control buttons on the left hand light CONTROLS. EACH RIDER switch may be used to navigate within the PERSONALISE THE LEVELS TO THEIR different pages of the system, view trip OWN PREFERENCE IN ACCORDANCE A / B log information and, if the vehicle WITH ABILITY, RIDING STYLE AND is equipped with the GMP unit (Guzzi ROAD CONDITIONS.
  • Page 35 • Heated saddle information applicable) • MGCT (Moto Guzzi Traction Control) D) Heated saddle information (displayed • F) Tyre pressure info (if applicable) From any of the following view modes: in ROAD / NAVI modes only) (where •...
  • Page 36 By briefly pressing the MODE DOWN and Information relative to phone calls is • install the "Moto Guzzi" app on your MODE UP buttons, it is possible to scroll displayed in this menu, such as: smartphone and access it (can be...
  • Page 37 Functions mode selector managing second call: • Accept the incoming call and put the current call on hold: PRESS MODE SET BRIEFLY (1) • Reject the incoming call and continue the current call: PRESS AND HOLD MODE SET (2) • End call: PRESS AND HOLD MODE MISSED CALL: SET (3)
  • Page 38 SMARTPHONE PAIRING"; with the vehicle and manage multimedia • install the "Moto Guzzi" app on your contents. Once a connection is established smartphone and access it (can be correctly between the control unit and...
  • Page 39 Bluetooth function in the smartphone to be paired, then select Search for the "Moto Guzzi" application "Device Pairing" on the vehicle's digital in Play Store or App Store and install display to start scanning for available it.
  • Page 40 If pairing between Smartphone and IN CASE OF PAIRING THE SECOND Vehicle is not successful, proceed as SMARTPHONE, NOTE THAT follows: SECOND WILL REQUIRE PLEASE NOTE THAT TO CONNECT LONGER TIME (MORE THAN • restart the smartphone; VEHICLE SECONDS) CONNECT •...
  • Page 41: Advanced Functions

    Afterwards, it will be possible to scroll The "Vehicle" menu contains the following through the various infotainment-related options: messages via the MODE UP and MODE 1.1) Headlamp mode - if applicable DOWN buttons. 1.2) Shift light 1.3) Emergency brake (Brake light) The functions available in the "Vehicle"...
  • Page 42 Emergency = Emergency; (emergency 1.2) Shift light mode must only be used in the event of a This function is used to set the rotation malfunction of the headlamp; and enables threshold; if this is exceeded, the engine usage of the low beam headlights and DRL rpm bar will flash and the immobilizer lights only) indicator light will switch on.
  • Page 43 CODE), then enter a new user code (NEW CODE) as described previously. 2.1) Change user code 2.6) Service mileage This function may be used to modify the This function shows the distance (in km or existing code (you must be in possession mi) remaining to the next service (service 2.2) Code recovery of the code itself in order to do this).
  • Page 44 The functions available in the "Dashboard" with a brief press on the MODE RIGHT menu are described in the following button. Once the maximum level is reached, sections. a further press will restart the setting from the minimum value. Keep the MODE RIGHT To access the selected menu, briefly press button pressed to continuously increase the the MODE RIGHT button, and to return to...
  • Page 45 Press MODE SET briefly to go back to the The next language can be selected by 3.3.1) Speed "Dashboard" menu. shortly pressing the MODE RIGHT button. This function may be used to change the unit These languages will be displayed cyclically of measurement used for speed: 3.3.3) Temperature every time you press the button.
  • Page 46 This function, only available with the OFF- ROAD riding mode, allows the ABS system Once in the function and by using the 4.1) MGCT (Moto Guzzi Traction Control) to be activated or deactivated on both MODE RIGHT button, select the RIDING This function allows you to activate or wheels.
  • Page 47 Intervention RANGE MGCM: 1 - 3 (1 = more aggressive intervention, 3 = softer intervention) MGCT: OFF - 3 (3 = maximum To calibrate the MGCT system (Moto Guzzi 4.5) Calibration intervention) Traction Control) ride along a flat straight When the Calibration function is selected ABS: OFF - 2.
  • Page 48 USED, OBTAIN SAME PERFORMANCE FROM THE MGCT SYSTEM THE SETTING LEVELS OF THE SYSTEM ITSELF MAY NEED TO BE MODIFIED. 5.1) Devices pairing The "Devices pairing" menu allows to pair TURN THE IGNITION SWITCH OFF new devices on the dashboard of the ABORT CALIBRATION vehicle.
  • Page 49: Gps Navigation

    DESTINATION Combined with "MOTO GUZZI" "Multimedia" menu. ADDRESS VIA THE "MOTO GUZZI" application, the "MOTO GUZZI MIA" system APPLICATION, THE DIGITAL DISPLAY allows the display of GPS indications on AUTOMATICALLY DISPLAYS the digital display. By means of pictograms, INDICATION SCREEN.
  • Page 50: Navigation Screen Legend

    2) Riding mode selected; (Where the Guzzi Mia control unit is Navigation screen legend present: telephone, music, media player. 3) Clock (displayed in 24 or 12 hour format, 1) Trip computer log (TRIP LOG A / TRIP without the AM / PM indication); (Where the components are present): LOG B) / Navigation information heated seat, heated handgrips;...
  • Page 51: Key Switch

    hazard icon (displayed 21) Icon indicating that ABS system is USED temperatures from -15 °F (5 °C) to +3 °F effective on front wheel only / ABS system IGNITION/STEERING LOCK SWITCH, (37.4 °C)) / Battery alert indicator (voltage disabled (only in the "OFF-ROAD" riding KEYHOLE FUEL between poles too low);...
  • Page 52: Engaging The Steering Lock

    The turn indicators have a self-cancelling Horn button Engaging the steering lock function that implements the following logic: Press it to activate the horn. With the vehicle at standstill (speed = ATTENTION zero), the turn indicators continue flashing indefinitely. With the vehicle in motion, the turn signals self-cancel when one the two following PREVENT LOSS...
  • Page 53: High Beam Flash Switch

    • the DRL lights only are lit when the selector is left in the centre position (2). • pressing the selector into position (1) switches on the high beam headlight • press the selector into position (3) to "HEADLAMP MODE" flash the high beam headlamp to signal FUNCTION (SEE...
  • Page 54: Hazard Warning Lights Activation Switch

    instrument cluster. Pressing the button The activation, deactivation and heat level WHEN THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS again switches the system off. of the heated hand grips is performed with ARE ON (A), THE BRIGHTNESS OF the control button. THE DRL LIGHTS (B) IS DIMMED. The HAZARD light remains on even after extracting key but it cannot be deactivated.
  • Page 55: Heated Saddle Control

    lowered until the system is switched off ('OFF' state). THE HEATED GRIPS ARE OFF WITH HEATING SADDLE, EACH KEY OFF-ON. REGARDLESS OF THE INTENSITY LEVEL CHOSEN, ONLY OCCURS WITH THE ENGINE STARTED AND OVER Heated saddle control 2000 rpm. (if applicable) By briefly pressing the MODE DOWN The heated saddle is switched on, off and button, the heat intensity level can be...
  • Page 56: Starter Button

    • If the vehicle is in neutral with the side stand extended: Press the starter button on the right side handlebar. • If the vehicle has any gear is engaged and the stand is closed: Pull the clutch lever and at the same time press WITH ENGINE OFF AND THE IGNITION SWITCH SET TO «ON»...
  • Page 57 • The engaged gear cannot be less than the third and even in neutral; • The brakes should not be operated; • The clutch must not be operated; • The speed conforms to the limit established for each gear The indicator lamp on the instrument cluster lights continuously to indicate that the system is active.
  • Page 58: The Immobilizer System

    The Immobilizer system function DATA STORAGE OPERATION CAN • Operating the front/rear brake; For enhanced theft protection, the vehicle ONLY PERFORMED • Inserting a lower gear than 3rd or shift is equipped with an electronic immobilizer Authorised Moto Guzzi Dealer into neutral;...
  • Page 59: The Saddle

    It is then possible to start the • Rest the vehicle on its stand. motorcycle so you can go immediately to an • Insert the key in the saddle lock situated Authorised Moto Guzzi Dealer. under the taillight. • Turn the key clockwise.
  • Page 60 • Release the front fasteners to the tank • Press the centre of the rear saddle to To lock the saddle: by pulling the saddle towards the rear of release the lock. • Position the front part of the saddle in the vehicle.
  • Page 61: Usb Port

    ATTENTION WARNING BEFORE SETTING OFF, MAKE SURE IF A USB DEVICE IS CONNECTED, THAT THE SADDLE IS CORRECTLY ENSURE THE CORRECT POSITIONING LOCKED INTO POSITION. OF THE CABLE TO AVOID THAT IT WILL BE SMASHED. USB port Identification WARNING On the left side of the motorcycle, near the digital display is a USB port.
  • Page 62: Windshield Adjustment

    CARRY WINDSCREEN ADJUSTMENT OPERATIONS ONLY WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STATIONARY. It is possible to manually adjust the height ENSURE THAT THE WINDSHIELD IS of the windscreen in five different positions, NOT BETWEEN TWO POSITIONS BUT as follows: IS PROPERLY SEATED. •...
  • Page 63: Usage

    V85TT - V85TT Travel - V85TT Strada CHAPTER 03 Usage...
  • Page 64: Controls

    Front and rear disc Check for proper DO NOT HESITATE TO CONTACT and adjust the travel brake operation. Check AN Official Moto Guzzi Dealer IF if necessary. brake lever empty YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND HOW travel brake Clutch lever SOME CONTROLS WORK OR IF...
  • Page 65: Refuelling

    AND/OR COMPROMISE ENGINE Pre-ride checks Pre-ride checks PERFORMANCE. clean and in good Side stand Check that conditions. slides smoothly and Fuel tank (incl. reserve) 23 +/- 1 l (5.06 +/- that snaps 0.22 UK gal; 6.08 +/- 0.26 US gal) back rest Refuelling...
  • Page 66: Adjusting The Rear Shock Absorbers

    The label on each pump dispenser Adjusting the rear shock shows only one value; if for example it absorbers shows E5 it means that the petrol supplied is unleaded, with 5% ethanol. DURING REFUELLING AVOID FUEL The rear shock absorber on the V85TT is LEAKAGES, WHICH CAUSE...
  • Page 67 Spring preload is adjusted using a ring nut CORRECT SETTING DIRECTIONS, IN ORDER TO PREVENT adjuster (2) with multiple preset positions. PARAMETERS, READ THE SECTION ANY DAMAGE. "SETTING REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS" CAREFULLY. IF NECESSARY, CONTACT AN Official ATTENTION Moto Guzzi Dealer.
  • Page 68: Rear Shock Absorbers Setting

    PARAMETERS, READ THE SECTION braking. "SETTING REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS" CAREFULLY. IF NECESSARY, CONTACT AN Official Moto Guzzi Dealer. WARNING Rear shock absorbers setting Spring pre-load adjustment V85TT - V85TT TRAVEL DO NOT FORCE THE ROTATION To adjust the spring pre-load, turn the...
  • Page 69: Front Fork Adjustment

    0.5 turns DIRECTIONS, IN ORDER TO PREVENT ANY DAMAGE. (*) = clockwise (**) = anticlockwise WARNING WARNING ATTENTION TO HAVE THE FRONT FORK OIL AND OIL SEALS REPLACED, CONTACT AN WHEN SPRING PRE-LOAD Official Moto Guzzi Dealer. INCREASED, REBOUND DAMPING...
  • Page 70: Setting The Front Fork

    (**) - Anticlockwise (***) - this type of adjustment may only RIDER ONLY be made by an Authorised Moto Guzzi • PRE-LOAD (1) - FROM FULLY OPEN Dealer. (**) CLOSE (*): 1 notch Front brake lever adjustment •...
  • Page 71: Adjusting The Rear Brake Pedal

    FRONT BRAKE LEVER standard factory setting. MUST BE REMOVED, CHECKED AND TO ADJUST THE BRAKE LEVER CHANGED BY AN Official Moto Guzzi CLEARANCE, CONTACT AN Official To adjust, do the following: Dealership. Moto Guzzi Dealer. Turn screw...
  • Page 72: Gear Pedal Adjustment

    If after the adjustment in "point 1" it is 2. Push the clutch control lever on the not possible to ascertain the condition of "point 4", contact an Authorised Moto Guzzi WARNING gearbox housing towards the rear wheel. Dealer to verify the proper operation of the clutch control.
  • Page 73: Engine Starter

    TO PREVENT THE RISK OF INJURY TO YOURSELF OR OTHERS AND/OR DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE, TAKE YOUR MOTORCYCLE FAILURE OBSERVE THIS AUTHORISED Moto Guzzi DEALER AT WARNING COULD LEAD THE SPECIFIED MILEAGE INTERVALS UNCONSCIOUSNESS EVEN TO HAVE THE CHECKS LISTED IN THE DEATH DUE TO SUFFOCATION.
  • Page 74: Setting Off And Riding

    FAULT, MOTORCYCLE COMPENSATES FOR IF THE LOW FUEL WARNING LIGHT THEREFORE IT IS NECESSARY TO INCREASED ELECTRIC POWER ON THE DASHBOARD TURNS ON, CONTACT AN Authorised Moto Guzzi CONSUMPTION TEMPORARILY REFUEL THE VEHICLE AT ONCE. Dealer. RAISING IDLE SPEED; VARIATIONS...
  • Page 75 BEFORE SETTING OFF, MAKE SURE DISTANCE SEPARATING YOU AND THE STAND HAS BEEN COMPLETELY THE VEHICLE BEHIND. RETRACTED TO ITS POSITION. • With a closed throttle grip (Pos. A) and the engine idling, pull the clutch lever. To start: IF THE MOTORCYCLE TURNS OFF •...
  • Page 76 • Ride at moderate speed for the first • Release the brake levers when it is kilometres/miles to allow the engine to operated. warm up. • Release the clutch lever and accelerate IT IS RECOMMENDED YOU GO DOWN • Speed up by gradually turning the moderately to get back into gear.
  • Page 77: Engine Stop

    THE REAR BRAKE MUST ONLY BE Engine stop USED TO BALANCE THE BRAKING • Release the throttle grip (Pos. A), brake EFFECT, AND ONLY TOGETHER WITH gradually and simultaneously downshift THE FRONT BRAKE. to slow down. WHEN STOPPING UPHILL, Once the speed is reduced, before DECELERATE COMPLETELY stopping the vehicle:...
  • Page 78: Catalytic Converter

    DO NOT LEAN THE VEHICLE AGAINST DURING REFUELLING AND NEAR A WALL OR LAY IT ON THE GROUND. FUEL VAPOURS, AVOIDING CONTACT WITH NAKED FLAMES, ENSURE THAT THE VEHICLE AND, SPARKS OR OTHER SOURCES WHICH AVOID PARKING THE VEHICLE NEAR IN PARTICULAR, PARTS OF THE DRY BRUSHWOOD OR IN PLACES MAY CAUSE THEM TO IGNITE OR...
  • Page 79: Stand

    Lean the vehicle until the stand touches If the noise produced by the exhaust system the ground. increases, get immediately in touch with the Dealer or with a Moto Guzzi authorised • Turn the handlebar fully leftwards. repair shop. WARNING...
  • Page 80: Theft Prevention Tips

    detergent to prevent abrasive particles from theft prevention tips accumulating in the disc ventilation holes and causing accelerated brake pad wear. ATTENTION IN MANY CASES, STOLEN VEHICLES CAN BE IDENTIFIED BY DATA IN THE ATTENTION USE / MAINTENANCE BOOKLET. WHEN USING DISC LOCKING...
  • Page 81: Basic Safety Rules

    Mounting and dismounting the vehicle SUCH TAMPERING WITH USING ENGINE KEEP should always be performed with total ORIGINAL STRUCTURAL PARTS IS THE MOTORCYCLE STOPPED COULD freedom of movement and with the hands STRICTLY FORBIDDEN LAW, CAUSE THE CLUTCH TO OVERHEAT. free of all objects.
  • Page 82 USED DURING MOUNTING DISMOUNTING. PASSENGER SHOULD ALWAYS USE THE LEFT THE RIDER SHOULD ALWAYS BE THE FOOTREST FOR MOUNTING AND BEFORE STARTING, MAKE SURE FIRST TO GET ON AND THE LAST DISMOUNTING FROM THE VEHICLE. THAT THE CASES ARE CLOSED TO GET OFF THE VEHICLE AND AND CORRECTLY ATTACHED TO THE DISMOUNT...
  • Page 83 LOSS OF BALANCE THE LEFT SIDE IS "PROTECTED" BY THE SIDE STAND) AND KEEP YOUR LEFT FOOT READY TO BE POSITIONED. • Place both feet on the ground and keep the vehicle balanced in the driving position. • Show the passenger how to dismount from the vehicle.
  • Page 84: Load

    SUPPORT ACCESSORIES, WHICH • Place the passenger footrest in its MUST BE INSTALLED BY AN OFFICIAL BEFORE STARTING, MAKE SURE place. Moto Guzzi Dealer. THAT THE CASES ARE CLOSED AND CORRECTLY ATTACHED TO THE ATTENTION VEHICLE. WARNING CASES SHALL USED AS A SUPPORT AND THE...
  • Page 85 TO REFIT THE CASES, ENSURE THAT THE LOWER PART ALSO CLICKS ON THE SUPPORT (4). • Insert the key (3) in the case lock.and turn it anticlockwise to open the cover (2). THE KEY USED TO RELEASE AN REMOVE THE CASES CAN ONLY BE REMOVED WHEN THE LOCK IS CLOSED •...
  • Page 87: Maintenance

    V85TT - V85TT Travel - V85TT Strada CHAPTER 04 Maintenance...
  • Page 88: Foreword

    WARM UP THE ENGINE AND OBTAIN tools and technical training. For periodic THE OPERATING TEMPERATURE OF maintenance, servicing or technical advice, ENGINE OIL. contact an Official Moto Guzzi Dealer for Engine oil level prompt and accurate service. PREFERABLY CHECK AFTER...
  • Page 89: Engine Oil Top-Up

    Unscrew and remove the filler plug. OTHER SUBSTANCES TO THE OIL. THE ENGINE OIL FILTER MUST BE WHEN USING A FUNNEL OR ANY CHECKED AND CHANGED BY AN OTHER ELEMENT, MAKE SURE IT IS Official Moto Guzzi Dealership. PERFECTLY CLEAN. Bevel gear oil level WARNING...
  • Page 90: Gearbox Oil Level

    TO TOP-UP OR CHANGE THE OIL IN AND ROAD HOLDING SPECIALLY THE TYRE IF IT IS WORN OR IF THERE THE CARDAN SHAFT TRANSMISSION UNIT, CONTACT AN Official Moto Guzzi WHEN CORNERING. IS A PUNCTURE LARGER THAN 5 mm (0.197 in) IN THE TREAD AREA.
  • Page 91: Spark Plug Removal

    (Tyre Pressure Measurement System) THE AIR FILTER, CONTACT AN Official removal of the tyre must be at a distance Moto Guzzi Dealer. located on the inside of the rims near the of at least 10 cm (3.93 in) from the inflation valves;...
  • Page 92: Topping Up Brake Fluid

    SYSTEMS COOLANT, CONTACT AN If the brake pads and/or brake disc do system checked at an Official Moto Guzzi Official Moto Guzzi Dealer. not have to be replaced, have the braking Dealership.
  • Page 93: Battery Removal

    - Electric current: 6 A - Time: 1 hours CHECK THAT THE CABLE TERMINALS Battery removal AND BATTERY LEADS ARE: • Ensure that the ignition switch is turned • GOOD CONDITION (NOT to "KEY OFF" CORRODED OR COVERED BY • Remove the saddle;...
  • Page 94: Prolonged Inactivity

    UPON REFITTING, CONNECT THE LEAD TO THE POSITIVE TERMINAL (+) FIRST AND AFTERWARDS THE LEAD TO THE NEGATIVE TERMINAL (-). DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR FAULTY FUSES. Prolonged inactivity NEVER FUSE THAT DIFFERENT THAN WHAT IS SPECIFIED If the vehicle is inactive longer than fifteen TO PREVENT DAMAGES TO THE days, it is necessary to recharge the battery ELECTRICAL SYSTEM OR SHORT...
  • Page 95 Official Moto Guzzi AUXILIARY FUSES (1) AUXILIARY FUSES (1) dealer. A) 10A fuse F) 7.5A fuse Rear position, horn, Positive key-on licence plate light. power for headlamp (load). B) 5A fuse lights live G) 3A fuse...
  • Page 96: Front Light Cluster

    LIGHT ASSEMBLY (A); LAMPS, CONTACT AN Authorised • A DRL / position module (with low beam Moto Guzzi Dealership. switched on) (B); In order to carry out the vertical adjustment of the light beam: Headlight adjustment • Stand the motorcycle in a vertical position.
  • Page 97: Front Turn Indicators

    (2), and move the light beam manually to the desired position. • Once the adjustment is finished tighten all screws. TO REMOVE, CHECK AND REPLACE REAR LIGHT ASSEMBLY, CONTACT AN Authorised Moto Guzzi Dealership. Rear turn indicators ATTENTION WARNING UPON REFITTING BEFORE After adjusting:...
  • Page 98: Front And Rear Disc Brake

    • Rest the vehicle on its stand. TAKE YOUR VEHICLE TO AN Official • Lift the rubber protection (1). Moto Guzzi Dealer TO HAVE THE • Loosen the lock nut (2). FRONT WHEEL REMOVED. • Rotate the rod (3) until it is aligned with...
  • Page 99: Vehicle Inactivity

    vehicle inactivity WARNING A number of precautionary measures ATTENTION must be taken to prevent the possible consequences of prolonged lack of usage of the vehicle. Besides, it is necessary to carry out general repairs and checks before PLACE THE VEHICLE ON SUITABLE garaging the motorcycle as one can forget SUPPORTS TO KEEP THE TYRES OFF EXCESSIVE WEAR OF THE FRICTION...
  • Page 100: Vehicle Cleaning

    Vehicle cleaning To keep the motorcycle bright, wash it regularly, especially if used in areas with Moto Guzzi recommends using quality high levels of pollution or mud. Aggressive products for cleaning the vehicle. The stains from tree resins, gasoline, oil, brake use of unsuitable products can damage fluid or bird excrement in general.
  • Page 101 preserves the aesthetic quality of the CHROME PARTS AND POLISHED METAL motorcycle over the long term. WARNING PLASTIC COMPONENTS TO CLEAN THE HEADLIGHTS USE A SPONGE SOAKED IN WATER AND WARNING MILD DETERGENT, RUBBING THE SURFACE GENTLY RINSING TREAT PARTS MADE FREQUENTLY WITH...
  • Page 102 • Air pollution (cities and industrial areas). use degreasing detergent, brushes and old cloths. Wash anodised or painted aluminium • Salinity and humidity in the atmosphere parts with neutral soap and water. Using (seashore areas, hot and wet weather). aggressive detergents may damage the CLEAN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL •...
  • Page 103: Transport

    PLASTIC PARTS. WHEN USING SYSTEM IN CASE OF FAILURE, DO NOT TOW HIGH PRESSURE AIR/WATER JETS PRESSURE WASHING (AFTER THE VEHICLE BUT CONTACT A ROAD STEAM JETS DIRECTLY CHECKING THAT ANY DETERGENTS ASSISTANCE SERVICE INSTEAD TO THESE COMPONENTS. DO NOT USE COMPATIBLE WITH HAVE THE INFLAMMABLE FLUIDS...
  • Page 105: Technical Data

    V85TT - V85TT Travel - V85TT Strada CHAPTER 05 Technical data...
  • Page 106: Data

    Data ENGINE GEARBOX Type Type traverse-mounted mechanical, DIMENSIONS AND MASS twin-cylinder four- speeds with foot Maximum length 2245 mm (88.39 in) stroke V 90° lever on the left (V85 TT - V85 TT hand side of the Travel) Number of engine cylinders Maximum length...
  • Page 107 CAPACITY TRANSMISSION SUSPENSION Maximum carrying Front (1018.54 Gear ratios 25 / 24 = 1: 0,96 41 mm (1.61 in) load (V85 TT) (rider diameter hydraulic 5th gear passenger telescopic fork luggage) with adjustable Gear ratios 27 / 24 = 1 : 0,888 spring preload and Maximum carrying hydraulic...
  • Page 108 BRAKES TYRES BULBS to decrease the Rear Front DRL 260 mm (10.24 in) inflation pressure stainless steel disc, by 0.2 bar (20 Kpa) Turn signal lights floating calliper with (2.90 PSI) at the two 22 mm (0.87 in) front and 0.3 bar diameter pistons Rear running light / (30 Kpa) (4.35 PSI)
  • Page 109 INDICATOR LAMPS General alarm Daytime running lights warning light Side stand warning light RED DIRECTIVE 2014/53/EU All the radio frequency devices installed on this vehicle by the constructor are compliant with EU Directive 2014/53/ EU (also known as the RED directive). The relative homologation documents are available at the following web address: redhomologation.piaggiogroup.com...
  • Page 111: Spare Parts And Accessories

    V85TT - V85TT Travel - V85TT Strada CHAPTER 06 Spare parts and accessories...
  • Page 112: Warnings

    ANTI-THEFT DEVICE Warnings WELL LEAVING BEFORE STARTING THE VEHICLE PIAGGIO GROUP SELLS ITS OWN SERIOUSLY DAMAGE ATTENTION LINE ACCESSORIES, WHICH COMPONENTS, COMPROMISE THE ARE APPROVED FOR USE WITH CORRECT FUNCTIONING OF THE PIAGGIO VEHICLES AND COVERED VEHICLE AND USERS' SAFETY. PIAGGIO WARRANTY.
  • Page 113 MOUNTING REAR CASE (MAX. LOAD 5Kg) REQUIRES MOUNTING CORRESPONDING SUPPORT SUPPLIED WITH THE VEHICLE.
  • Page 115: Scheduled Maintenance

    V85TT - V85TT Travel - V85TT Strada CHAPTER 07 Scheduled maintenance...
  • Page 116: The Value Of Service

    For this purpose, when the maintenance icon (see the image) lights up steadily, you must contact a Moto Guzzi service centre to schedule the specific maintenance intervention. In this regard, we would like to remind you that operating the vehicle with degraded...
  • Page 117 EVERY 12 EVERY 24 Km x 1000 (mi x 1000) 1,5 (0.9) 10 (6.2) 20 (12.4) 30 (18.6) 40 (24.9) 50 (31.1) 60 (37.3) MONTHS MONTHS Oil filter cover O-ring Gearbox oil filler plug O-ring Engine oil filler plug O- ring Fork plug O-ring Spark plugs...
  • Page 118 EVERY 12 EVERY 24 Km x 1000 (mi x 1000) 1,5 (0.9) 10 (6.2) 20 (12.4) 30 (18.6) 40 (24.9) 50 (31.1) 60 (37.3) MONTHS MONTHS Vehicle general operation Valve clearance Head cover gasket Gearbox oil discharge plug aluminium gasket Engine oil discharge plug aluminium gasket Transmission oil...
  • Page 119 EVERY 12 EVERY 24 Km x 1000 (mi x 1000) 1,5 (0.9) 10 (6.2) 20 (12.4) 30 (18.6) 40 (24.9) 50 (31.1) 60 (37.3) MONTHS MONTHS Tyres - pressure / wear Clutch clearance adjustment Transmission oil filler plug washer Nut/bolt tightness Suspensions and stability Head cover fastening...
  • Page 120: Recommended Products

    Recommended products Piaggio Group recommends the use of products from its official partner Castrol for the scheduled maintenance of its vehicles. Only use lubricants and fluids which meet or exceed the performance characteristics specified. This also applies when topping up only. Table of recommended products Product Description...
  • Page 122 This publication may not include all versions and variants relating to each individual country. The Moto Guzzi brand is owned by Piaggio & C. S.p.A. ©...

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