Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber vs Triumph Bonneville Bobber Black
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber vs Triumph Bonneville Bobber Black. Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber: 55 hp @ 6,250 rpm hp, 229 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Triumph Bonneville Bobber Black: 77 hp @ 6,100 rpm hp, 228 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 177 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber
Triumph Bonneville Bobber Black
Horsepower (hp)
55 hp
77 hp
Torque (Nm)
62 Nm
106 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
177 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
229 kg
228 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
55 hp @ 6,250 rpm
77 hp @ 6,100 rpm
Torque
62 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
106 Nm @ 4,000 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
177 km/h
Weight
229 kg (wet/curb weight)
228 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18.2 km/L, typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km or approximately 18.2 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber
7.5/10
"Flawed but deeply lovable — buy one with your heart, not spreadsheet."
Pros
+Incredible torquey V-twin character
+Shaft drive zero maintenance
+Stunning authentic bobber aesthetics
Cons
−Early fueling surging issues
−Suspension too soft loaded
−Dealer network frustratingly sparse
Triumph Bonneville Bobber Black
8.0/10
"A rare cruiser that rides as good as it looks."
Pros
+Stunning factory-built aesthetic
+Strong low-down torque
+Excellent Brembo brakes
Cons
−Cramped for taller riders
−Rear suspension can degrade
−Limited wind protection
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