Moto Guzzi V85 TT - Owner's Manual > Button Cruise Control

Cruise control is an electronic system that keeps the vehicle at a constant speed selected by the rider.

To turn on the system (switching from OFF to ON state), hold down the centre of the cruise control selector with a long press (more than 1 second) and the indicator light flashes on the instrument cluster to indicate that the system has been turned on.

The system can be used in certain ranges of speeds for the gears from the second to the sixth, even during deceleration and with the throttle grip released.

Minimum:

• 30 km/h (18.64 mph) for second gear
• 35 km/h (21.75 mph) for third gear
• 40 km/h (24.85 mph) for fourth gear
• 55 km/h (34.18 mph) for fifth and sixth gear

Maximum:

• 60 km/h (37.28 mph) for second gear
• 85 km/h (52.82 mph) for third gear
• 110 km/h (68.35 mph) for fourth gear
• 135 km/h (83.89 mph) for fifth gear
• 175 km/h (108.74 mph) for sixth gear

After reaching the desired speed, the system can be activated (transition to SET state) by a short central press (less than 1 second) of the cruise control selector under the following conditions:

• The engaged gear cannot be less than the third and even in neutral;
• The brakes should not be operated;
• The clutch must not be operated;
• The speed conforms to the limit established for each gear

The indicator lamp on the instrument cluster lights continuously to indicate that the system is active.

The rider may now release the throttle grip, as the system will automatically maintain the set speed.

The cruising speed can be increased or decreased by quickly pressing (less than 0.6 second) the cruise control switch up or down and releasing it (increase/decrease the speed by 2 km/h (1.24 mph) ) or holding the switch (from 1 to 20 seconds) up or down (constant increase/decrease in speed). The throttle may be used to increase speed temporarily by up to 30 km/h (18.64 mph) for the second, third and fourth gear and 40 km/h (24.85 mph) for the fifth and sixth gear with respect to the selected speed without turning off the system (e.g. overtaking). If the increase in speed exceeds 30 km/h (18.64 mph) for the third, fourth and fifth gear and 40 km/h (24.85 mph) for the sixth gear, it will cause a system deactivation (change from SET to ON, flashing light). Released the throttle grip, the motorcycle will return to the selected cruising speed. For each gear, exceeding the maximum limit by 20 km/h (12.43 mph) causes the system to deactivate (switching from SET to ON status, or a flashing indicator light).

The system is deactivated (change from SET to ON status) if any of the following conditions:

• By operating the clutch;
• Operating the front/rear brake;
• At each gear shift;
• Pressing and quickly releasing the centre of the left selector;
• If the engine rpm limiter is activated;
• If the traction control is activated;
• If climbs or particularly steep descents appear;
• Turning the throttle grip in the direction of contrary rotation

The system can be reactivated, always observing the conditions described above, by holding up the selector (more than 0.6 second) if you want to reconfirm the last cruising speed used (RESUME function), or by holding down the centre of the cruise control switch (more than 0.6 second) to set a new cruising speed.

The system turns off completely (change from SET to the OFF state), then the stored speed is lost and the instrument cluster light goes off, if any of the following conditions are present:

• The centre of the cruise control selector is held down (more than 0.6 second);
• Run-off interrupter activated;
• Engine stop (Key-OFF);
• If any devices linked to the cruise control malfunction:

Selector MODE

It allows you navigate through the functions of the instrument panel.

System ABS

The ABS system is a device that prevents wheel locking in case of an emergency braking, thus increasing vehicle stability when braking, compared with a conventional braking system.

The ABS system improves vehicle control provided that the physical limits of vehicle grip on the road are not exceeded. The rider is fully responsible for riding at a suitable speed based on weather and road conditions, always leaving an appropriate safety margin.

Under no circumstances can the ABS system compensate for the rider's misjudgement or improper use of brakes.

NOTE

WHEN THE ABS STARTS WORKING, A PULSING IS FELT ON THE BRAKE LEVER.

THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM OF THE WHEEL DOES NOT PREVENT FALLS WHILE CORNERING.

AN EMERGENCY BRAKING WITH THE VEHICLE INCLINED, HANDLEBAR TURNED, ON UNEVEN OR SLIPPERY ROADS, OR WITH POOR GRIP, CREATES A LACK OF STABILITY DIFFICULT TO HANDLE. RIDE CAREFULLY AND SENSIBLY AND ALWAYS BRAKE GRADUALLY.

DO NOT SPEED RECKLESSLY. THE VEHICLE GRIP ON THE ROAD IS SUBJECT TO LAWS OF PHYSICS WHICH NOT EVEN THE ABS SYSTEM CAN ELIMINATE.

In OFF ROAD mode, the ABS system is automatically deactivated for the rear wheel.

CAUTION

ONLY IN THIS MODE DOES THE ABS SYSTEM STAY ACTIVE EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE FRONT WHEEL AND THE DEDICATED SYMBOL APPEARS ON THE DISPLAY TO REMIND THE RIDER TO TAKE PARTICULAR CARE.

Upon starting the vehicle, after the initial instrument panel check, the ABS indicator light flashes until a speed of 5 kph (3.11 mph) is exceeded and then it switches off or continues to flash even after exceeding the speed of 5 kph (3.11 mph).

If the ABS indicator light continues flashing or is permanently on, a failure has been detected and the ABS has been automatically deactivated.

In this case carry out the following operations:

• stop the vehicle;
• OFF-ON key;
• ride over 5 km/h (3.11 mph): the ABS indicator light must be turned off;
• ABS is functioning.

If the ABS disabled indication remains:

NOTE

IF THIS OCCURS, CONTACT AN Authorised Moto Guzzi dealer

NOTE

THE ABS HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND DEVELOPED, LIKE THE REST OF THE VEHICLE, ALSO FOR OFF ROAD USE.

IF THE VEHICLE IS USED ON PARTICULARLY ROUGH ROADS, THE ABS SYSTEM MAY BE AUTOMATICALLY DISABLED; IN ANY CASE, THE BRAKING SYSTEM WORKS PERFECTLY WELL AS A TRADITIONAL NON-ABS BRAKING SYSTEM WITH NORMAL BRAKING.

IN ORDER TO REACTIVATE THE SYSTEM JUST SHUT OFF AND START THE VEHICLE UP AGAIN AND RIDE OVER 5 km/h (3.11 mph).

THE ABS SYSTEM ACTS ON BOTH THE FRONT AND REAR WHEELS BY OBTAINING INFORMATION FROM THE ROTATION/ LOCKING TONE WHEELS.

ALWAYS CHECK THAT THE TONE WHEEL IS CLEAN, AND REGULARLY CHECK THAT THE DISTANCE FROM THE SENSOR IS CONSTANT ON ALL 360 DEGREES. SHOULD THE WHEELS BE REMOVED AND REFITTED, IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO CHECK THAT THE DISTANCE BETWEEN TONE WHEEL AND SENSOR IS THE ONE SPECIFIED. FOR CHECKING AND ADJUSTMENT, CONTACT AN Authorised Moto Guzzi Garage.

IN THE CASE OF A MOTORCYCLE WITH THE ABS SYSTEM, BRAKE PADS WITH FRICTION MATERIALS THAT ARE NOT TYPE APPROVED WILL JEOPARDISE BRAKING, DRASTICALLY REDUCING RIDING SAFETY.

NOTE

THE SYSTEM'S SENSORS, HAVING A SIGNIFICANT ACCURACY OF READING THE TONE WHEELS, MAY GENERATE, A MOTORCYCLE STOPPED AND THE ENGINE RUNNING, INDICATION OF SPEED OF SOME km / h (mph) ON THE DIGITAL DISPLAY.

SUCH BEHAVIOUR IS TO BE CONSIDERED NORMAL AND DOES NOT CREATE MALFUNCTIONS IN THE SYSTEM.

IF THE GAP FOR ONE OR BOTH SENSORS IS NOT WITHIN THE TOLERANCE INDICATED BELOW, TAKE THE MOTORCYCLE TO AN Authorised Moto Guzzi Dealer

Characteristic

Distance between tone wheel and front sensor
  0.1 - 3.17 mm (0.004 - 0.125 in)
Distance between tone wheel and rear sensor
  0.1 - 3.10 mm (0.004 - 0.122 in)

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