Moto Morini Granpasso H83 Travel Kit
It could reach a top speed of 218.9 km/h.
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| Moto Morini Granpasso H83 Travel Kit | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Production | 2010 - |
| Engine | Four stroke, 87° V longitudinal twin, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Compression ratio | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 218.9 km/h |
| Ignition | I.A.W. electronic |
| Transmission | 6 Speed |
| Frame | Verlicchi high strength steel tubular trellis frame |
| Suspension | Front: Marzocchi upside down with 50mm stems, 190mm wheel travel. Rear: Öhlins single shock, with separate tank, preload , rebound and compression adjustable, 200mm wheel travel |
| Brakes | Front: 2x 298mm discs 2 piston callipers Rear: Single 255mm disc 2 piston caliper |
| Front Tire | 110/80 ZR 19 |
| Rear Tire | 180/55 ZR 17 |
| Seat Height | 830 mm / 32.7 in |
| Weight | 210.0 kg / 463 lbs (dry), |
| Fuel Capacity | 27 Liters / 7.1 US gal |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
EngineEdit
The engine was a Liquid cooled cooled Four stroke, 87° V longitudinal twin, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder. The engine featured a 12.5:1 compression ratio.
DriveEdit
Power was moderated via the Multiplate clutch in oil bath with antis kipping and radial master cylinder..
ChassisEdit
It came with a 110/80 ZR 19 front tire and a 180/55 ZR 17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2x 298mm discs 2 piston callipers in the front and a Single 255mm disc 2 piston caliper in the rear. The front suspension was a Marzocchi upside down with 50mm stems, 190mm wheel travel. while the rear was equipped with a Öhlins single shock, with separate tank, preload , rebound and compression adjustable, 200mm wheel travel. The Granpasso H83 Travel Kit was fitted with a 27 Liters / 7.1 US gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 210.0 kg / 463 lbs.
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OverviewEdit
Moto Morini Granpasso H83
The 2009 Granpasso, which has been revealed in a new version -
the Granpasso H83., this is a lowered version of the Endurona, with a seat
height of 83cm (compared to the standard 87). Other features include a dedicated
single shock absorber, rear wheels at 5.50 x 17 and tires at 180/55.
Three color versions will be available in white/black with
red chassis, titanium/black with black chassis, red/black with black chassis. A
full travel kit will be available.
Morini Granpasso vs BMW R1200GS
Starting off on the two bikes, the first thing that strikes you is the height of their saddles 875mm for the Moto Morini, 850-870mm (adjustable) for the BMW. Both bikes need fairly tall riders, otherwise you have to stand on the tips of your toes to keep your balance when these bikes are at rest. Its just as well, then, that Moto Morini plan to launch a new version of the Granpasso soon, which will come with an 830mm seat height
The R1200GS is bigger and heavier than the Granpasso. The BMW is 935mm wide and weighs 244 kilos, while the Moto Morini is only 850mm wide and at 234kg, it is 10 kilos lighter. The Granpasso looks more elegant, like the KTM 990 Adventure, while the R1200GS is bigger and bulkier, like the Moto Guzzi Stelvio.
At 13,450 euros, the BMW is more expensive than the Moto Morini, which comes in at 12,990 euros. Both bikes are fairly high-tech and well equipped. The BMW is fitted with the Bavarian companys Telelever (front) and Paralever (rear) suspension, with shaft drive. The Moto Morini comes with an adjustable Öhlins shock, hydroformed aluminum swingarm, tubular-steel chassis from Verlicchi, Excel wheels and Brembo brakes.
On the move, both bikes feel quite manageable. The BMWs riding position is very good and all the controls are quite intuitive. The Moto Morinis clutch is a bit stiffer and the gearbox isnt quite as slick and accurate as the BMWs. The BMW also inches ahead in terms of overall comfort and weather protection, with its big, padded saddle and adjustable windscreen scoring higher than the Moto Morinis.
The Moto Morini seems better suited to smooth tarmac, while the BMW is better at handling the rough stuff. The German bike is slower to respond to rider inputs it doesnt change direction very quickly, and can be a bit tricky to manage under hard braking, though things seem to improve a bit with the optional electronically adjustable suspension (ESA). But while the BMW is better off-road, the Moto Morini is better on the tarmac it feels more responsive and is quicker and faster than the Beemer.
The Granpasso is more focused towards being sporty, while the BMW is more versatile and comfortable. The Moto Morinis seat, which feels quite comfortable initially, starts feeling a bit too stiff after a while. Also, its adjustable windscreen isnt as effective as the BMWs wind turbulence seems to be a constant problem at almost all speeds and its brakes arent as powerful as those on the German bike. Finally, the Granpassos 6.2m turning radius, compared to the BMWs 4.9m, is a big disadvantage for the Italian machine, especially in the city, on narrow roads and while making U-turns.
The wide open road is where the Moto Morini really belongs thats where its 1,187cc v-twin can really breathe. Designed by Franco Lambertini, the Italian engine sounds almost like an American V8 at times and quite encourages you to be generous with the throttle, rewarding you with satisfying bursts of power. Measured on our test bench, the Moto Morini engine produced 120.5bhp, a bit more than the BMW 1,170cc boxer-twins 112.5bhp.
In the real world, the Granpassos 8bhp advantage isnt enough to give it a significant performance edge over the R1200GS. If anything, the German engine feels smoother at low revs, while the Italian engine feels more free-revving and delivers its punch in the higher reaches of its rev range. In the end, both engines deliver the goods though the way they do it feels quite different. Both bikes are quite competent its just that they do things in their own unique way
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| Make Model | Moto Morini Granpasso H83 Travel Kit |
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| Year | 2010 - |
| Engine Type | Four stroke, 87° V longitudinal twin, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Displacement | 1187 cc / 72.5 cu-in |
| Bore X Stroke | 107 x 66 mm |
| Cooling System | Liquid cooled |
| Compression | 12.5:1 |
| Lubrication | Forced with trochoidal pump |
| Induction | Magneti Marelli fuel injection 54 mm throttle body |
| Ignition | I.A.W. electronic |
| Starting | Electric |
| Max Power | 86 kW / 117 hp @ 8500 rpm |
| Max Torque | 102 Nm / 10.4 kgf-m @ 6750 rpm |
| Clutch | Multiplate clutch in oil bath with antis kipping and radial master cylinder. |
| Transmission | 6 Speed |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| Frame | Verlicchi high strength steel tubular trellis frame |
| Front Suspension | Marzocchi upside down with 50mm stems, 190mm wheel travel. |
| Rear Suspension | Öhlins single shock, with separate tank, preload , rebound and compression adjustable, 200mm wheel travel |
| Front Brakes | 2x 298mm discs 2 piston callipers |
| Rear Brakes | Single 255mm disc 2 piston caliper |
| Front Tire | 110/80 ZR 19 |
| Rear Tire | 180/55 ZR 17 |
| Dimensions | Length 2,170 mm / 85.4 in |
| Seat Height | 830 mm / 32.7 in |
| Ground Clearance | 200 mm / 7.9 in |
| Dry Weight | 210.0 kg / 463 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity | 27 Liters / 7.1 US gal |
| Consumption Average | 18.1 km/lit |
| Standing ¼ Mile | 12.1 sec |
| Top Speed | 218.9 km/h |