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The Little Moto Morini That Could...
« on: May 13, 2025, 02:46:56 PM »
My 2025 Moto Morini Calibro 700:

* 700cc, DOHC, liquid-cooled twin
* 68 HP, fuel-injected
* ABS brakes, 6-speed, Belt-drive
* 443 lbs. light, nimble and quite fast and "sporty"

The perfect combination for a 70+ year old Geezer-Biker (Yes...that's ME!) :laugh: :grin: :wink:





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Re: The Little Moto Morini That Could...
« Reply #1 on: May 13, 2025, 03:25:00 PM »
Looks Comfy, good luck with it. Lots of vertical twins out there.
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Re: The Little Moto Morini That Could...
« Reply #2 on: May 13, 2025, 04:01:31 PM »
Could what? Look like a Kawasaki Eliminator 500?
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Re: The Little Moto Morini That Could...
« Reply #3 on: May 13, 2025, 04:25:56 PM »
Wish I could ride my V7 850!  At least two more weeks before I see the Dr.  Hopefully he will clear me to ride.  But then another surgery in early June...
Sucks getting old.  Just keep riding guys while you can...
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Re: The Little Moto Morini That Could...
« Reply #4 on: May 13, 2025, 04:31:06 PM »
Quote from: Antietam Classic Cycle on May 13, 2025, 04:01:31 PM
Could what? Look like a Kawasaki Eliminator 500?

Yes, Charlie, you are right!  The engine is a design from Kawasaki! :wink: :thumb: :boozing: :cool:
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Re: The Little Moto Morini That Could...
« Reply #5 on: May 13, 2025, 05:36:00 PM »
Looks like a sweet ride, enjoy!!
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Re: The Little Moto Morini That Could...
« Reply #6 on: May 13, 2025, 05:50:24 PM »
Quote from: JJ on May 13, 2025, 04:31:06 PM
Yes, Charlie, you are right!  The engine is a design from Kawasaki! :wink: :thumb: :boozing: :cool:

That was my first thought also, but I was thinking the engine from the VerSys 650.

Those are great bikes!!!!
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Re: The Little Moto Morini That Could...
« Reply #7 on: May 14, 2025, 09:47:19 AM »
Designed in Italy but made in China?  Guess that's like Triumphs being designed in the UK but built in India.  Me personally, I'd rather have one made in India than China, for more than purely manufacturing reasons. 
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Re: The Little Moto Morini That Could...
« Reply #8 on: May 14, 2025, 09:54:39 AM »
looks like a real bargain and nice machine.  My youngest son (33 years old) got his license last year and would like to ride.  During his "training", he got all the way to 2nd gear on a Honda 250, so I was thinking of used SV650. 
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Re: The Little Moto Morini That Could...
« Reply #9 on: May 14, 2025, 09:55:02 AM »
Triumph is made in Thailand. Royal Enfield is made in India. Some Ducati's are also made in Thailand.
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Re: The Little Moto Morini That Could...
« Reply #10 on: May 14, 2025, 10:28:05 AM »
My former T120 was built in Thailand, excellent quality.
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Re: The Little Moto Morini That Could...
« Reply #11 on: May 14, 2025, 10:42:42 AM »
Quote from: antmanbee on May 14, 2025, 09:55:02 AM
Triumph is made in Thailand. Royal Enfield is made in India. Some Ducati's are also made in Thailand.
The 400 IS made in India, by Bajaj.
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Re: The Little Moto Morini That Could...
« Reply #12 on: May 14, 2025, 10:44:18 AM »
Quote from: bronzestar1 on May 14, 2025, 09:47:19 AM
Designed in Italy but made in China?  Guess that's like Triumphs being designed in the UK but built in India.  Me personally, I'd rather have one made in India than China, for more than purely manufacturing reasons.

Moto Morini - Designed...Engineer ed...and Tested in Milan, Italy....assembled in China.... :bow: :thumb: :cool:
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Re: The Little Moto Morini That Could...
« Reply #13 on: May 14, 2025, 10:57:35 AM »
The "original" Moto Morini.... :bow: :thumb: :boozing: :cool:



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Re: The Little Moto Morini That Could...
« Reply #14 on: May 16, 2025, 04:51:29 PM »
Quote from: JJ on May 14, 2025, 10:44:18 AM
Moto Morini - Designed...Engineer ed...and Tested in Milan, Italy....assembled in China.... :bow: :thumb: :cool:

I think it’s actually more like designed, engineered, manufactured and assembled in China.  Tested and marketed in Italy by a small number of Italians and a few Chinese in a small office.
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Re: The Little Moto Morini That Could...
« Reply #15 on: May 16, 2025, 06:27:00 PM »
That is correct.  A Chinese gonglomorate bought the name after Moto Marini went bankrupt...It is just an Italian name...
I am sure it is a nice bike, but don't really like giving my money to the ChiComs, they got enough of our money...
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Re: The Little Moto Morini That Could...
« Reply #16 on: May 17, 2025, 07:29:15 AM »
The Bottom-Line: It was brand new...cost effective...reliabl e Kawasaki-designed engine...light and nimble...almost 100 pounds LIGHTER than my old Guzzi....and with a 3-year unlimited mileage warranty....and I am very happy with my recent purchase... :thumb: :bow: :cool: :boozing:



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Re: The Little Moto Morini That Could...
« Reply #17 on: May 17, 2025, 10:15:17 AM »
Quote from: JJ on May 17, 2025, 07:29:15 AM
The Bottom-Line:...and I am very happy with my recent purchase...
That is THE most important detail. :smiley:
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Re: The Little Moto Morini That Could...
« Reply #18 on: May 18, 2025, 11:03:38 AM »
If it makes you happy, THAT'S the bike for you!  :thumb:
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Re: The Little Moto Morini That Could...
« Reply #19 on: May 21, 2025, 03:03:32 AM »
 cinese-italiano....cheap and a 3 year warranty?......rip that puppy like you stole it!!
Oh, and be safe!  :bike-037:
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Re: The Little Moto Morini That Could...
« Reply #20 on: May 21, 2025, 08:21:55 AM »
The quality, fit, and finish on this little bike is exceptional... :thumb: :cool: :bow:...and yes, that is a 3-year UNLIMITED mileage warranty! :thumb: :thumb: :thumb:



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Re: The Little Moto Morini That Could...
« Reply #21 on: May 21, 2025, 08:31:42 AM »
     And Belt drive as well. Impressive!
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Re: The Little Moto Morini That Could...
« Reply #22 on: May 21, 2025, 09:51:48 AM »
Quote from: acogoff on May 21, 2025, 08:31:42 AM
     And Belt drive as well. Impressive!

Plus a 6-speed, reliable DOHC twin, (designed by Kawasaki), with 68 HP!!  At 443 lbs., it is zippy, light, and very nimble, and will cruise easily at 75 mph on the freeway!! :thumb: :bow: :cool: :boozing:
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Re: The Little Moto Morini That Could...
« Reply #23 on: May 21, 2025, 05:05:37 PM »
How much are they?
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Re: The Little Moto Morini That Could...
« Reply #24 on: May 22, 2025, 10:56:14 AM »
Quote from: Tkelly on May 21, 2025, 05:05:37 PM
How much are they?
 

2025 Calibro 700 MSRP = $5,999 + $800 more for the bagger model :thumb: :bow: :boozing: :cool:
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