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Looking at what customers were making out of their products in the last decade, manufacturers have forayed into satisfying the current wave of enthusiasts wanting custom and classic motorbikes. Factory Customization was born.

Factory custom parts and accessories have already become a thing with motorcyclists who wish to showcase their individuality with their most prized possession- their ride. And with manufacturers supplying these in-house parts themselves, there is no derailment of quality or fit and finish.

The most recent company to offer such services comes from the Italian Moto Morini. Dubbed as “Yours and Yours Alone”, this handcrafted production allows customers design every detail of their bike with the in-house designers.

The guys from Vardenchi released the first details about their upcoming project which is based on a Moto Morini model.

The new T5 Custom Roadster will be fully revealed at the Auto Expo in New Delhi, but for the moment, the custom workshop revealed only a sketch of their creation.

At the heart of the T5 motorcycle will sit Moto Morini’s 1,187cc unit which is mounted on a modern trellis frame that offers a perfect compromise between rigidity and lightness. We also know that the new T5 will use LED technology for the headlights and tail lights, Marzocchi USD forks, Brembo brakes and Ohlins shocks.

In terms of style, we especially like the fluid lines of the fuel tank which is a perfect match for the curvy fenders and the fat tires. The good part is that the new custom motorcycle will also be available in Europe through Moto Morini’s dealers. The expected price for the Indian market is rated at RS 16 lakh ($25,595).

For 2014, the Motor Morini Corsaro 1200 Veloce has received a series of important upgrades which enhance both its performance and appearance.

In terms of style, the new model year comes with standard carbon parts including the windshield, mudgurards and side panels.

At the heart of the motorcycle lies a new RS14 engine which features a new electronic mapping and a dual lambda probe. The engine delivers a maximum output of 135 hp at 8500 rpm and 122 Nm of torque at 6750 rpm. It is also worthy of being mentioned that the new engine delivers a better fuel economy than the old unit.

The unit transfers its power to the rear wheel by means of a six speed transmission with multi-disc wet slipper clutch (APTC).

As far as prices are concerned, the motorcycle can be yours for no less than $21,724.

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Moto Morini has revamped its Ganrpasso 1200 model for 2014. The new model comes with a fresh Carbon look, new passenger handle grips, an integrated rack and a new plate holder.

At the heart of the motorcycle lies a potent V twin oversquare engine, which features one-piece central sump, mixed gear-chain drive and dual overhead camshaft. The unit is paired with a six speed transmission and delivers a maximum power of 118 hp at 8400 rpm and 103.6 Nm of torque at 7000 rpm.

The engine is housed by a high tensile tubular steel trellis frame which is paired with a Marzocchi Upside Down fork and a fully adjustable Ohlins shock absorber.

The stopping power is handled by a modern Brembo breaking system which includes 298 mm double-discs at the front and a rear 255 mm mono-disc.

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The 2014 edition of the Moto Morini Rebello 1200 has received a comprehensive list of new features which help it stay on the same line with its rivals.

The most important upgrade is represented by the new oversquare evolution, 1187cc, RS14 engine which features a new electronic mapping and a modern dual lambda sensor. Compared to the old unit, the new one is also slightly more efficient. The engine develops a maximum power of 130 hp at 8500 rpm and 122 Nm of torque at 6750 rpm. You also get a six speed transmission and a multi-disc wet slipper clutch (APTC).

The motorcycle features an Exclusive EVS system (Electric Variable Saddle) which gives you the possibility to change between single-seat and two-seat layouts.

The 2014 Moto Morini Rebello 1200 can be yours for no less than $29,108.

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Meet the new 2014 Moto Morini 11½. This fresh model is built for the beginner riders and was especially developed to be very easy to ride.

In terms of power, the 2014 Moto Morini 11 ½ is built around a FMV912 engine with 4 valves per cylinder. From the moment you start the engine, you’ll be rewarded with a maximum power of 117 hp at 8500 rpm and 105 Nm of torque available at its peak at 6750 rpm.

All this power is transferred to the rear wheel by means of a six speed transmission with wet multi-disc clutch.

The motorcycle’s backbone is represented by a high tensile tubular steel trellis frame which sits on a front Marzocchi upside down fork and a rear Paioli Multi – adjustable mono-shock-absorber.

You also get Brembo brakes, 17 inch wheels and an electronic dashboard.

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With its aggressive design language and the black paint job, the Moto Morini Corsaro 1200 Veloce is a pretty imposing presence. Leaving behind the tasty design, the bike is also fitted with pioneering technological solutions, excellent quality components and very capable engine which is ready to reward you with a rush of adrenaline every time you jump in the saddle.

The V twin engine cranks out 140 hp and 122 Nm of torque and all power is sent to the rear wheel through a six speed gear box. The Moto Morini V twin unit is characterized by the innovative base with one-piece central sump, mixed gear-chain drive and dual overhead camshaft.

The motorcycle is kept in check by a set of Brembo brakes – a front 320 mm double-disc grabbed by 4 pistons calipers and a rear 220 mm disc paired with 2 piston calipers.

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The Moto Morini Granpasso 1200 is a sporty looking motorcycle designed with agility and lightness in mind. The motorcycle’s backbone is represented by a strong trellis frame which is combined with a similarly strong 120 hp V twin oversquare engine. Among the features offered by the engine you’ll find the innovative base with one-piece central sump, mixed gear-chain drive, 54 mm double throttle body and dual overhead camshaft.

As far as design goes, the 2013 Moto Morini Granpasso 1200 features a dynamic front cowl and twin front separated headlights. You’ll also like the direction indicator lamps which are incorporated into the bodywork.

The 2013 Moto Morini Granpasso 1200 sits on a front Marzocchi Upside Down fork and a rear Öhlins shock absorber which is fully adjustable in all its functions. The bike is kept in check by a set of capable Brembo brakes.

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The Moto Morini Scrambler 1200 can be best described as a versatile, agile and easy to drive motorcycle. Thanks to its practical character, the motorcycle can be used on any type of roads and is also packed with a long list of features designed to keep you comfortable.

The Scrambler 1200 is equipped with a 120 hp V twin oversquare engine, characterized by the innovative base with one-piece central sump, mixed gear-chain drive and dual overhead camshaft. The engine is mated on a six speed gearbox which rewards you with smooth and precise shifts.

All components are mounted on a high tensile tubular steel trellis frame which is combined with a set of comfortable suspensions. They consist of a front Marzocchi Upside Down Ø50 stalk and a rear, fully adjustable Paioli shock absorber. The stopping power is assured by Brembo brakes.

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The Moto Morini Granspasso 1200 has received a set of modifications which include both technical and cosmetic upgrades. As far as styling goes, Moto Morini’s engineers added a new front and a redesigned frame. The motorcycle sits on a 50mm adjustable Marzocchi fork (which allows for 190mm of wheel travel) and a high quality and quick adjustable Ohlins rear shock (which offers 200mm of wheel travel).

At the heat of the bike lies a twin cylinder Bialbero CorsaCorta engine at 1187 cc. technically this is a new engine based on the original 140hp Corsaro engine. The new unit delivers a peak power of 86.5 KW – 118 HP @ 8500 rpm and 103.6 Nm – 10.6 Kgm of torque @ 7000 rpm. The speed is kept in check by a set of capable Brembo brakes with radial pump, semi-floating front discs which measure 298mm and a rear 255 mm single-disc combined with two pistons.

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The Moto Morini Granpasso H83 is one of the newest models launched by the Italian manufacturer. The new model has a lot to love, but it manages to stand out from the crowd thanks to its capable V-twin engine. The 87° V-Twin, liquid cooled unit is made in Italy and cranks out a maximum power of 118 hp @ 8500 rpm and 103.6 Nm of torque at 7000 rpm. The engine is combined with a similarly sporty six speed transmission and a generous 27 liters fuel tank.

The V-Twin unit is mounted on a high-strength tubular trellis frame which is backed up by a set of capable suspensions. At front you’ll find a Marzocchi Magnum fork with 50 mm-diameter upside down legs, with plates in a cast light alloy, while out back there is a twin swing arm combined with a single shock absorber from Ohlins with piggy back tank. Needless to say, the shock absorber is multi-adjustable with external remote device in length, pre-load, rebound and compression damping.

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The Moto Morini Corsaro Avio is a sporty looking streetfighter designed for speed lovers. The bike uses a compact tube frame that lets us see the Bialberto CorsaCorta engine in its full glory. Talking about the engine, it churns out 88 Kw - 120 Hp @ 8500 rpm and 102 Nm - 10.4 Kgm Nm of torque @ 6700 rpm. It is mated on a six speed constant mesh gearbox and is combined with an 18 liters fuel tank.

The motorcycle weighs 198 kg and is packed with a set of sporty suspensions which consist of a front front Marzocchi Magnum fork with 50mm diameter stems and a rear asymmetric fork with a single adjustable Sachs shock absorber.

The 2012 Moto Morini Corsaro Avio sits on 17 wheels which are wrapped in Pirello Diablo tires - 120/70 on the front and 180/55 for the rear.

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The Moto Morini Scrambler was built on the foundation of the 9 ½ project and was especially developed for crossover use. In its off road adventures, the motorcycle is helped by its massive 19 inch front and 17 inch rear wheels which are wrapped in tread-blocked tyres.

As far as design goes, the Scrambler looks pretty good featuring a rugged, but pretty modern style. The 21 liter tank is one of the most striking styling elements and has a sporty and ergonomic design which is not intrusive for the rider. Taking about riding position is worthy of being mentioned that the seat forms a single piece with the streamlined tail and is fairly comfortable.

Power comes from a 1187 cc, liquid cooled engine which delivers 86 Kw (117 HP) @ 8500 rpm and 102 Nm (10.4 Kgm) of torque @ 6700 rpm.

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The Corsaro model has a long history behind it, as the first generation was launched back 1959. Since then, the model was constantly upgraded and today is one of the most capable motorcycles in its class.

The Corsaro 1200 Veloce is the sporty version of the Corsaro 1200 and its name means high speed in Italian. The secret behind the Corsaro 120 Veloce’s sporty personality is of course its engine. The Bialbero CorsaCorta unit is as advanced as Ducati’s Testastretta engine and delivers 140 horsepower at 8500rpm and 123 Nm of torque at 6500 rpm. The engine needs to deal with a total weight of only 196 kilos, so you can expect to great performances.

The ride is kept in check by a 50mm fully adjustable Marzocchi fork which is combined with a rear Ohlins shock. The bike sits on Diablo tires in sizes 120/70-ZR17 and 180/55-ZR17 and the stopping power is assured by Brembo brakes.

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After has managed to solve its financial issues, Moto Morini has managed to revive from the ashes. However, the manufacturer didn’t appeared at this year’s EICMA, instead has decided to launch the 2013 Milan model.

The new generation is based on the earlier models, but it doesn’t come with any impressive technologies of upgrades. Most of the changes were made to improve the bike’s reliability and there are also a few small tweaks to help it stay on the same line with its rivals.
For the moment Morini didn’t revealed any price specifications for the 2013 Milan, but judging by the price of its current models, it shouldn’t be too high.

At the moment Morini’s lineup includes the Corsaro, Granpasso and Scrambler. We’ll keep you posted as soon as we have more info.

New models are always subject to more scrutiny than their veteran counterparts, but that doesn’t mean that these models shouldn’t be ignored completely. On the contrary, a fresh new mode offers plenty of new experiences, and that’s what Moto Morini Company wants to build with their new addition to the family, the Moto Morini 1200 Sport.

Moto Morini presented this new model at the Motormotorcycle Expo in Verona, with a new graphic style and a black and orange design on its white frame. Attractive looks notwithstanding, the Moto Morini 1200 Sport is a bike that’s been built to impress, thanks in large part to the company’s powerful 1187cc v-twin engine that produces a tidy 117 horsepower.

Apart from the engine, the bike’s chassis is another point of pride for Moto Morini, with its front forks derived from the company’s Marzocchi line and rounded out with a set of 17" Excel wheels fitted with sport-touring rubber tires. In terms of looks, the Moto Morini 1200 Sport’s classic naked styling is a perfect match to its attractive look. Add that to a slew of top quality components from the likes of Verlicchi, Brembo, Marzocchi, Paioli, and Zard, and you have a newbie bike that was built to impress and destined to become a customer favorite from here on out.

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If a bike’s name is the sole purpose buyers make a purchase, then the Moto Morini 9 1/2 will cast curious looks from a lot of people. Derived from the legendary 3 ½ twin cylinder of the 1970s, the Moto Morini 9 ½ carries a name that belies all the outstanding qualities it offers. From the style to the design and all the way up to its technological innovation, the Morini 9 1/2 is a true ode to the spirit of that Morini machine.

When we look at the features on the Moto Morini 9 ½, it will be easy to be impressed. The first indication of the bike’s tremendous appeal is the power it gets from its 1187 cc Bialbero CorsaCorta twin-cylinder engine that develops an impressive 105 horsepower at 8000 rpm. The layout of the engine is compact, making for a sturdy and impressive ride.

Handling is also a big component to the entire 9 1/2 package. The rational approach to the technical solutions and the efficiency to which it handles comes as a result of the tremendous engineering done on the bike’s overall DNA.

All told, the Moto Morini 9 ½ combines a classic, reassuring style with the performance of a powerful and excellent motorcycle.

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Design guru Oberdan Bezzi has thought at a rather strange, but definitely interesting way to create a whole new V-twin powered Italian motorcycle. Called MMB1, the bike would come as the result of joined forces between Moto Morini and Bimota. The strange part is that MM would have to supply the engine on a bike to be sold with the Bimota name and logo on, but the thing does look plausible.

Our advice: don’t take it to seriously. Moto Morini was recently saved from bankruptcy by Paolo Berlusconi, so this is just Obiboi trying to guess where the company is heading now.

Moto Morini had to come up with something special for the 2009 EICMA show and an upgraded version of their Granpasso turned out to be the solution, such as these first photos of the new bike reveal.

Built on the platform of the standard Granpasso – their big adventure tourer – the SM will have a more aggressive riding position and feature new suspension and braking systems, sporty wheels and tires as well as a different exhaust system to help retune the engine. Sounds like Moto Morini created the Granpasso 1200 SM for the supermoto track, but don’t really think that the Ducati Hypermotard 1100 has serious reasons to worry about.

Moto Morini has long been preparing the supermoto version of the Granpasso and these first pics that we came across confirm the all-new bike’s upcoming official unveiling at the EICMA show. The pictures belong to Italian news site Motociclismo, which’s tester took the unfinished version of the Grand Motard for a spin.

Although we’ll have to say that this looks ready for the Italian manufacturer’s EICMA stand, they’re still talking code names such as “V12M01″ for the new machine that will be powered by an upgraded version of the Granpasso water-cooled 1187cc 87° V-twin motor. This will develop 127hp, 9 ponies more than on the adventure bike.

MM may have aimed towards a sporty style and character for their new motorcycle, but they also retained the best of the Granpasso, which is the 7-gallon fuel tank. This means more supermoto fun with fewer stops for gas. Expect us to bring more information and the official shots as they arrive.

Moto Morini has set their eyes on the adventure segment and the Granpasso 1200 model is the best example in this concern. The 2009 model year was brand new and they’ve already found new ways to improve the overall 2010 product, meaning that the competition can already start worrying.

There has always been a special something about naked European motorcycles and the recently announced 2010 Moto Morini Corsaro 1200 Veloce is the Italian motorcycle manufacturer’s demonstration of power as veloce means high-speed in Italian. This tends to make the bike even more special and increase our interest regarding it.