Moto Guzzi V 50 II vs Buell Blast (2010)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi V 50 IIstacks up against the Buell Blast. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMoto Guzzi V 50 IIBuell Blast
Model year19802010
Price
Engine490 cc492 cc
Horsepower39 hp34 hp
Torque41 Nm
Weight163 kg
Seat height26 mm
Fuel capacity4.2 L2.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesDual discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires90/90-18 / 100/90-18 100/80-16 / 120/80-16

Moto Guzzi V 50 II vs Buell Blast — which should you buy?

Picking between the Moto Guzzi V 50 II and the Buell Blast usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi V 50 II brings 39 hp, while the Buell Blast counters with 34 hp at 163 kg.

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: