Moto Morini X-Cape 2023: Versatility and design at the right price

Motorbikes medium capacity enduro today they are a bit like Columbus's egg, that is, they are motorcycles capable of satisfying a large audience of motorcyclists. Motorcycle Morini X-Cape it fully belongs to this family, presenting itself precisely as easy bike in all respects, from behavior on the street up to the economic aspect.

Aesthetics and cycling

Moto Morini X-Cape offers a very cool design, captivating and original and is not proposed as a "copy" of more famous motorbikes but is looking for a own stylistic register, which is also very guessed. At the front we find i two light clusters with a rather aggressive design, surmounted by the shield and the adjustable windshield. Below we have the front wheel with 19 inch circle supported by Mazzocchi fork with upturned stems measuring 50 millimeters in diameter. This unit is adjustable in both preload spring that in hydraulics, in extension and in compression, and has a 175mm stroke. The rear suspension consists of a mono shock absorber Kayaba adjustable in spring preload and in the hydraulic extension that guarantees the wheel 165mm of travel. The rear rim is from 17 inches. 

The command bridge is dominated by the 7" TFT screen in color and is managed by the left backlit block for night use. The display It has excellent visibility and in off-road driving mode the rev counter takes on the profile of a knobby tyre. It's possible connect bluetooth way their smartphone and two earphones to answer calls or browse your music collection.  

In the saddle

Moto Morini X-Cape puts you in the saddle immediately at ease offering a seat 845 mm apart from the ground which allows you to put both feet on the ground even for those who are 1,75 meters tall like myself. The bust it then remains in upright position thanks to the not high handlebar distance and its rectilinear shape. The engine is 649 cubic centimeter twin cylinder able to deliver 60 hp at 8.250 rpm and 54 Nm of maximum torque at 7.000 rpm.

These numbers clearly do not promise high performance but in everyday use there is no lack of drive and verve, with smooth delivery without peaks which gives its best between 4.000 and 6.000 rpm. This engine is in line with the general all-rounder philosophy of this X-Cape, designed not to put even those who are approaching the motorbike for the first time in crisis. The clutch control is very light and has a fair amount of modulation. The gearbox has precise clutches and it also accepts rather intense use. The gear ratio is correct in all gears, only the first one is a bit long also given the possibility of off-roading. Driving X-Cape proves to be easy and intuitive and also rather light despite the declared weight of 213 kg dry. The protection offered by the adjustable windshield is good, which deflects a good part of the air flows from the helmet, while the shoulders remain exposed.

The suspensions absorb correctly potholes and bumps and also allow for some off-road excursions, aided by the tyres Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR, truly remarkable in all conditions. The tread and the general setting of the bike clearly pay something in terms of riding precision which is only decent. The Brembo braking system it is modulable and progressive, of adequate power and also has the possibility of excluding ABS for off road use. On longer journeys the shape of the saddle makes the coccyx area slightly sore and at motorway speeds you feel some vibrations at the footrest level.

Our conclusions

Moto Morini X-Cape therefore proves to be one bike easy to use and manage, an ideal motorbike for those who are approaching two wheels for the first time or after a long time but also for those who want a concrete vehicle without giving up the quality components and design. Prices range from 7.190 € for the version with i alloy wheels, while for the one with the tubeless spoke wheels the figure becomes di 7.490 €. Adding another 200 euros gives you tubeless spoked rims but in gold colour. There is also a wide range of accessories such as the luggage set or the engine protectors for more off-road use.