Morini Turbo

In 1981 Morini announced their long awaited 500cc turbo. Unfortunately the cost of its production was too much for the company and the design was shelved after the production of several prototypes.

• Engine Type: OHV, 4 stroke, turbocharged
• Bore & Stroke: 69 x 64 x 2
• Displacement: 478.6cc
• Carburation: Single Dellorto PHB36BS
• Lubrication: Wet Sump 3 litre
• Ignition: Electronic
• Horsepower: 70.5 at engine sprocket @ 8300 rpm
• Torque: 47.6 lb/ft @ 5600 rpm
• Electrics: 12W 180W alternator
• Starter: Kick or Electric
• Primary Drive: Helical Gear
• Clutch: Two Plate dry
• Suspension Front: Telehydraulic fork 5 1/2 inch travel
• Suspension Rear: Adjustable gas charged shocks 4" travel
• Brake Front: 2x260mm disc
• Brake Rear: 260mm disc
• Tire Front: 100/90V18 Pirelli
• Tire Rear: 120/90v18 Pirelli
• Weight: 403 lbs
• Length: 89"
• wheelbase: 57.1"
• Mileage: City 52.2 mpg
• Max Speed: 126 Mph

Other nifty bits:

• Modular bodywork with integrated fairing
• Full instrumentation including speedometer, tachometer, electric clock, turbo boost meter and fuel gauge
• Reinforced aluminum swing arm
• Cartridge type oil filter (at last!)
• Oil cooler
• Triple beam halogen headlight