Moto Morini Launches X-Cape SE In The US
The 649cc model gets a more adventure-ready variant.
A year after introducing the budget-friendly X-Cape to the US market, Moto Morini is adding a new variant to the lineup. Dubbed the X-Cape SE, the bike is an up-spec’d version of the standard model, packing features that enhance its touring-readiness, ruggedness and overall comfort.
Like the standard model, the X-Cape SE is powered by a Bosch EFI 649cc parallel-twin engine, pumping 60 horsepower and 42.5 ft-lbs of torque. Suspension duties are handled by beefy, 50mm Marzocchi forks offering 6.9 inches of travel and a KYB monoshock with 6.5 inches of travel. Brembo twin-piston calipers bite on dual discs up front and a single disc in the rear for stopping power.
As a more adventure-ready version of the standard model, the X-Cape SE comes equipped with an easily detachable 3-piece set of aluminum luggage, providing ample storage space for essentials. The SE also adds features such as a larger skid plate, upper and lower crash bars, handguards, and a larger height-adjustable touring windscreen.
For standard equipment, Moto Morini offers switchable Bosch ABS, a 7” colored TFT display, Bluetooth connectivity, full LED lighting, on-road / off-road ride modes, a Tire Pressure Monitoring System and a double waterproof USB charger. The bike rides on 19”/17” Akront tubeless spoke wheels shod with Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tires, all supporting a claimed curb weight of 514 lbs without accessories.
Pricing, Colors and Availability
Like the standard model, the up-spec X-Cape SE is backed by Moto Morini’s 3-year, unlimited miles warranty and has a 25,900-mile valve check duration. The 2024 variant is currently available with an MSRP of $9,799 in three color options—Italian Red, Black Ops, and Anthracite Smoke. The SE package can also be applied to the 2023 X-Cape with an MSRP of $8,799 with color options of Anthracite Smoke, Italian Red or Carrara White. For more information visit MotoMoriniUSA.com.
Moto Morini X-Cape SE Specs
ENGINE TYPE: | liquid-cooled Inline Twin 4-stroke, DOHC 8-Valve |
DISPLACEMENT: | 649 cc |
BORE X STROKE: | 83mm x 60mm |
COMPRESSION RATIO: | 11.3:1 |
MAXIMUM TORQUE: | 42.5 ft-lbs @ 7000rpm |
MAXIMUM POWER: | 60 HP @ 8250rpm |
INJECTION SYSTEM: | BOSCH EFI |
MAXIMUM SPEED: | 106 mph (170 Km/h) |
EMISSION LEVEL: | Euro 5 |
DIMENSIONS (LXWXH) | 2200x900x1390mm |
WHEELBASE: | 58.7″ (1490 mm) |
DRY WEIGHT: | 470 lbs (213 kg) |
SEAT HEIGHT: | 32.3″ (optional low seat) / 33.3″ (820mm/845mm) |
FUEL TANK CAPACITY: | 4.8 gallons (18 liters) |
MINIMUM GROUND CLEARANCE: | 7.5″ (190mm) |
FRAME: | steel |
FRONT SUSPENSION: | Marzocchi 50mm inverted forks with 6.9″ travel, adjustable for preload, compression and rebound damping. |
REAR SUSPENSION: | KYB Shock with 6.5″ travel, adjustable for preload and rebound damping. |
SWINGARM: | aluminum |
FRONT BRAKE: | Double disc 298 mm, floating calipers, 2 pistons |
REAR BRAKE: | Single disc, 2 pistons |
ABS: | BOSCH ABS 9.1 Mb (switchable) |
WHEELS: | Tubeless spoked rims (Tubeless alloy rims as optional) |
FRONT TIRE: | 110/80-19M/C |
REAR TIRE: | 150/70-17M/C |
CURB WEIGHT: | 514 pounds (w/out accessories) |
First Valve Clearance Check: | 25,900 miles |
Warranty: | 3 Years Unlimited Miles |
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That’s a really good price! I’ll be watching for more reviews.
I’ve had one of these for 12 months now. (Brit living in France) and the spec is pretty much the same other than the hand guards. I have to say that it’s a great bike. It can keep up with everything, it looks good and always draws a crowd to look at it. It is quite high and heavy but once you are moving you don’t notice it as it is well balanced. The only thing that I have found is that the metal on the clutch lever to the box has started to tarnish. But it’s half the price the price of a BMW and works just as well.
If a versys and africa twin had a baby.