Finally, the best of the best. the flagship Moto Morini X-Cape 1200 was launched during the same event, and at an unbelievable price of RM49,888.

Although the in-house developed and built 1200 engine does not produce as much power as its European competition, it still produces a lot of useable torque, while graced with great handling, brakes, and top-notch features. So, it is a great starting point.

Highlights:

• Powered by a 1187cc, 87° V2, DOCHC, 8-valve engine which produces 129 hp @ 8,750 RPM and 106 Nm @ 7,000 RPM.
• This V2 engine, called the CorsaCorta has been continuously developed and produced in-house since 2005, but the X-Cape 1200 uses the evolved CorsaCorta Evo version.

• The engine is mated to a slipper clutch and 6-speed transmission, with a bidirectional quickshifter.
• Front brakes are twin 320mm discs gripped by Brembo 4.32 Monobloc calipers.

• The rear brake consists of a Brembo 280mm disc.
• The front suspension utilises Marzocchi fully-adjustable inverted forks, while the rear uses a fully-adjustable and progressive monoshock.

• The Moto Morini X-Cape 1200 has many electronic features, making it a legit challenger it in the modern adventure-tourer segment.
• A six-axis intertial measurement unit (IMU) provides the data for cornering ABS, cornering lights, and cornering traction control.

• Radar assisted cruise control is also standard and the radar also provides blindspot detection.
• As per Chinese motorcycles, a front facing dashcam is a standard feature.

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