Kawasaki Z550 vs Moto Guzzi Breva 750
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Kawasaki Z550 vs Moto Guzzi Breva 750. Kawasaki Z550: 50 hp @ 9,000 rpm hp, 209 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 185 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Moto Guzzi Breva 750: 48 hp @ 7,000 rpm hp, 196 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 185 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.2/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Kawasaki Z550
Moto Guzzi Breva 750
Horsepower (hp)
50 hp
48 hp
Torque (Nm)
47 Nm
60 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
185 km/h
185 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
209 kg
196 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
50 hp @ 9,000 rpm
48 hp @ 7,000 rpm
Torque
47 Nm @ 7,500 rpm
60 Nm @ 5,800 rpm
Top Speed
185 km/h
185 km/h (estimated)
Weight
209 kg (wet/curb weight)
196 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L, real-world estimate)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Kawasaki Z550
7.5/10
"Underrated classic twin that rewards patient, mechanically sympathetic owners."
Pros
+Bulletproof engine longevity
+Smooth predictable power delivery
+Light nimble handling
Cons
−Ageing suspension needs refreshing
−Parts availability increasingly patchy
−Carbs need meticulous attention
Moto Guzzi Breva 750
7.2/10
"Flawed, characterful, and deeply rewarding for the right rider."
Pros
+Bulletproof shaft drive system
+Distinctive V-twin character
+Surprisingly flickable handling
Cons
−Modest power ceiling
−Electrical gremlins lurk
−Patchy dealer network
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