Following its success with the X-Cape 650 and the naked family (SCR and STR), Moto Morini is expanding into the custom world and today presents the Moto Morini Calibro. The Calibro is a 2024 novelty 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 as we await EICMA 2023, where we already know that the maxi X-Cape 1200 will also be unveiled.
Moto Morini has opened a center in California to position itself in this market, but also to explore trends in the custom world. The new Moto Morini Calibro has been designed at Moto Morini’s European Style Center – based in Trivolzio – by the bike manufacturer’s Italian team who have also worked on the X-Cape, SCR and STR.
The new Calibro has been designed for lovers of the custom world, but not only. Its lines are modern, but combined with retro details, such as the metal fuel tank, while the all-LED headlights have the unmistakable Moto Morini signature lighting.
The engine in the new Moto Morini Calibro is the 649 cc twin-cylinder that already powers the Morini range. It has been revamped to deliver a smooth response at low revs while ensuring smooth running and easy maintenance thanks to the use of a toothed belt in the final drive.
The frame consists of a double steel cradle that surrounds the engine. It is equipped with 18″ tubeless aluminum wheels at the front and 16″ at the rear; the double rear shock gives the new Calibro a vintage look. The seat, which is removable at the rear, is embellished with contrasting stitching and a rear scoop that continues the line of the mudguard is supplied as an accessory for added aesthetic appeal. The seat is positioned just 720 mm off the ground.
The new Moto Morini Calibro adopts analog instrumentation integrated with a digital display that contains essential riding data, such as the fuel level and gear level indicator.
The bike will be marketed in a version with maximum power (around 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.