Continuing with the Moto Morini launch, the next model was the Moto Morini X-Cape 700, before we move on to the X-Cape 1200.
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The X-Cape 700 sees several upgrades from the previous X-Cape 650. It could be said that the 650 was the breakthrough model for Moto Morini’s reemergence is several markets, so this upgrade is important for the brand in many respects.
The bike is marketed as both a road and off-road-going adventure-tourer.
Highlights:
- Powered by a 693cc, DOHC, 8-valve, liquid-cooled parallel-twin which produces 73.7 hp @ 8,500 RPM and 68 Nm @ 6,500 RPM.
- The engine strikes a good balance between strong torque and peak horsepower.
- The front suspension system consists of Marzocchi ø50mm USD forks that are adjustable for spring preload, and rebound and compression damping.
- At the back, there is a Kayaba monoshock which is adjustable for spring preload (remote adjuster for the spoke rims version), and rebound damping.
- Brakes are 298 mm double discs gripped by 2 piston Brembo calipers in front, and a 255mm disc gripped by a 2 piston caliper the back.
- Tyre sizes are 110/80-19 (front) and 150/70-17 (rear) in alloy or spoked options, and fitted with Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR for spoked rims.
- The fuel tank has an 18-litre capacity.
- Moto Morini claims the dry weight is 218 kg.
- 7-inch TFT display with Bluetooth connectivity and navigation.
- Manually adjustable windshield for two positions.
The Moto Morini X-Cape 700 was launched at a selling price of RM33,888. The price includes three Moto Morini-branded aluminium storage cases.
