The last, but not least, motorcycle brand we sampled during our trip to China was Moto Morini. It was followed by the launched of three models, namely to Moto Morini AllTrhike 450, X-Cape 700, and X-Cape 1200. But we shall start with the AllTrhike 450, first.
A (very) brief history of Moto Morini
Before moving on further, Moto Morini is one of the legendary Italian motorcycle brands, and was established in 1937 by Alfonso Morini in Bologna, Italy. Bologna should sound familiar to you because it is also where Ducati’s headquarters is located and oh, where the world famous Bolognese pasta sauce originated from.
Back to the modern day, the brand went several episodes of growth and decline, which saw it change hands several times, including a stint under the Cagiva group, before Cagiva fully sold the Ducati brand to the Texas Pacific Group to concentrate on the MV Agusta name. Ultimately, Moto Morini was purchased by the Zhongneng Vehicle Group (better known as ZNEN) in 2018.
However, while production was moved to Taizhou in the Zhejian Province in China, the brand’s design and R&D departments remain in Italy.
Right, back to the bikes.
1. Moto Morini AllTrhike 450 (RM28,800)
The all-new AllTrhike 450 is a lightweight adventure model which puts it squarely in the off-road biased midrange adventure tourer to challenge the likes of the CFMoto 450 MT and KTM 390 Adventure.
- Power is supplied by a 449cc, DOHC, 8-valved, liquid-cooled, parallel-twin engine which produces 44.2 hp (33 kW) @ 8,000 RPM and 44 Nm at 6,250 RPM.
- It is apparent that engine is tuned for strong torque delivery for off-road duties and long-distance touring while carrying cargo.
- The bike uses fully-adjustable 41mm Kayaba USD forks with 210mm travel up front.
- Rear suspension consists of an adjustable Kayaba monoshock, mounted to a progressive linkage and offers 190mm of travel.
- The front wheel has a 21-inch diameter, while the rear wheel is 17-inches.
- Braking duties are handled by a single 320mm disc gripped by a J.Juan 4-piston caliper up front, and a 255mm disc gripped by a 2-piston caliper at the back.
- Dual-channel ABS is a standard feature.
- There is also a TFT screen which provides connectivity, including a smartphone screen-mirroring navigation.
- 18-litre fuel tank.
- Moto Morini claims that the AllTrhike 450 weighs 170 kg, wet.
- A sturdy centrestand is included.
- The selling price includes three aluminium cases.
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