In the wake of its successes with the X-Cape 650 and the naked family (SCR and STR), Moto Morini expands into the custom world and presents today the Moto Morini Calibro. The Calibro is a novelty for 2024 with which Moto Morini officially re-enters the world of custom motorcycles, where it was an important player in the 1980s (remember the Excalibur?). This is the first news while we await EICMA 2023, where we already know that the maxi X-Cape 1200 will also be revealed.
Moto Morini opened a center in California to position itself in this market, but also to explore the trends of the custom world. The new Moto Morini Calibro was conceived at the European Style Center of Moto Morini – based in Trivolzio – by the Italian team of the motorcycle manufacturer who also worked on the X-Cape, SCR, and STR.
The new Calibro was designed for custom world enthusiasts, but not only. Its lines are modern, but combined with retro details, such as the metal fuel tank, while the fully LED headlights have the unmistakable Moto Morini signature lighting.
The engine of the new Moto Morini Calibro is the 649 cc twin-cylinder that already equips the Morini range. It has been updated to provide a smooth response at low revs and, at the same time, ensure smooth operation and easy maintenance thanks to the use of a toothed belt in the final drive.
The frame is composed of a double steel cradle that surrounds the engine. It is equipped with tubeless aluminum wheels of 18″ in the front and 16″ in the rear; the double rear shock absorber gives the new Calibro a vintage look. The seat, removable at the rear, is adorned with contrasting stitching, and a rear cowl that continues the fender line is provided as an accessory for a greater aesthetic appeal. The seat is positioned just 720 mm from the ground.
The new Moto Morini Calibro adopts an analog instrumentation integrated with a digital screen that contains essential driving data, such as fuel level and gear indicator.
The bike will be marketed in the maximum power version (about 60 hp) or limited to 48 hp (for A2 license holders). There will be no shortage of accessories to make the Calibro a customizable bike in the classic custom style.
The price will be announced later, but it is expected to be less than €8,000.
