Honda CB 700 SC Nighthawk S vs Moto Guzzi V 75 (1988)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB 700 SC Nighthawk Sstacks up against the Moto Guzzi V 75. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB 700 SC Nighthawk SMoto Guzzi V 75
Model year19841988
Price
Engine696 cc744 cc
Horsepower80 hp59 hp
Torque61 Nm
Weight213 kg
Fuel capacity4.2 L4.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble discDual disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires100/90-16 / 120/80-18

Honda CB 700 SC Nighthawk S vs Moto Guzzi V 75 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CB 700 SC Nighthawk S and the Moto Guzzi V 75 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CB 700 SC Nighthawk S brings 80 hp in a 213 kg package, while the Moto Guzzi V 75 counters with 59 hp.

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: