Specifications Morbidelli 850 V8 1997
- Chassis
- Frame : aluminum double-beam frame
- Seat height : 780 mm (30.71 in)
- Length : 2,130 mm (83.86 in)
- Width : 890 mm (35.04 in)
- Min height : 1,200 mm (47.24 in)
- Wheelbase : 1,460 mm (57.48 in)
- Dry weight : 200 kg (441 lb)
- Front axle
- Reverse telehydraulic fork Ø 43 mm, Wheel travel : 120 mm (4.72 in)
- Angle de chasse : 25 °
- Compression and rebound adjustment
- Braking 2 Brembo discs Ø 320 mm (12.6 in), 4-piston caliper
- Front tire : 120 / 70 - 17 → Order this type of tire
- Transmission
- 5 stage gearbox , manual
- Secondary cardan shaft
- Rear axle
- monoshock, Wheel travel : 110 mm (4.33 in)
- Preload, compression and rebound adjustment
- Braking 1 Brembo disc Ø 285 mm (11.22 in), 2-piston caliper
- Rear tire : 160 / 60 - 17 → Order this type of tire
- Motor
- 8 cylinders 80° V-shaped , 4 strokes, set at 180°
- Injection
- Cooling system : liquid
- 1 ACT
- 4 valves per cylinder
- 847 cc
- 120 ch (118.30 hp) to 11,000 rpm
- 8.20 mkg to 7,500 rpm
- Power-to-weight ratio : 1.69 kg/ch
- Weight / torque ratio : 24.39 kg/mkg
- Compression : 10.3 : 1
- Standard equipment
- Brake assist : ABS
- Aluminium rims
- Center stand
- Mono Swingarm
- Dry clutch
- Mono Swingarm
- Practical information
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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the 850 V8 1997
- What is the power of the 850 V8 1997?
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The 850 V8 1997 develops a power of 120 ch (118.30 hp)
- What is the torque of the 850 V8 1997?
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The maximum torque of the 850 V8 1997 is 8.20 mkg to 7,500 rpm.
- What is the maximum speed of the 850 V8 1997?
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The 850 V8 1997 is capable of reaching a top speed of over 240 km/h (149.10 mph) on the track.
- What is the weight of the 850 V8 1997?
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The 850 V8 1997 has a a dry weight of 200 kg (441 lb).
- QWhat is the seat height of the 850 V8 1997?
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To ensure good accessibility, the 850 V8 1997 offers a minimum seat height of 780 mm (30.71 in).
- What is the price of the 850 V8 1997?
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The price of the 850 V8 1997 is 60,000$ in Italy
- What colors are available for the 850 V8 1997?
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For the 1997 model year, the 850 V8 is available in one color: grey.
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