Ural Patrol 750 vs Moto Guzzi V7 Special
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Ural Patrol 750
Moto Guzzi V7 Special
Horsepower (hp)
41 hp
45 hp
Torque (Nm)
57 Nm
55 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
105 km/h
170 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
335 kg
215 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
41 hp @ 5,500 rpm
45 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque
57 Nm @ 4,300 rpm
55 Nm @ 5,000 rpm (estimated)
Top Speed
~105 km/h
~170 km/h (estimated for the original 1969 model)
Weight
~335 kg (wet/curb weight with sidecar)
215 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
Approximately 7–9 L/100km (11–14 km/L typical real-world average)
~5.5 L/100km or ~18 km/L (estimated, based on era engine characteristics)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Ural Patrol 750
6.5/10
"A rewarding machine for patient, mechanically-inclined adventure seekers only."
Pros
+Genuinely unique ownership experience
+2WD sidecar traction impressive
+Tight-knit supportive community
Cons
−Pre-2014 reliability genuinely terrible
−Specialist mechanics hard to find
−Constant maintenance schedule required
Moto Guzzi V7 Special
7.8/10
"Buy one clean, service it properly, love it forever."
Pros
+Genuine Italian character and soul
+Bulletproof long-term reliability
+Stunning classic visual presence
Cons
−Pushrod tube oil leaks
−Gearbox clunky when cold
−Limited dealer network availability