Engine: 693 cc, Kawasaki Lineage, Built by CFMoto

The Calibro’s DOHC parallel twin has a clear technical lineage. The 649 cc engine used by Moto Morini in the X-Cape 650 and Seiemmezzo family is based on a Kawasaki license and manufactured by CFMoto. For the Calibro, stroke was increased from 60 to 64 mm while bore remains 83 mm, bringing displacement to 693 cc. Output is 69 hp at 8,500 rpm and 68 Nm at 6,500 rpm. Those are solid numbers for a cruiser of this size. A Honda CMX500 Rebel makes 47 hp and a Kawasaki Eliminator 500 45 hp; the Calibro sits comfortably above both.

Power passes through a six-speed gearbox and belt final drive, the classic American-inspired cruiser choice. A belt requires less maintenance than a chain and delivers a characteristic, even flow of power. The engine pulls smoothly and cleanly, without surging or obvious holes in the power curve. Throttle response is direct but never harsh.

There is one caveat: from around 4,500 rpm, light vibration becomes noticeable through the seat and footpegs—not annoying, but clearly present. The Calibro feels best between 3,000 and 4,000 rpm, enough for relaxed 80–100 km/h cruising rather than high-speed Autobahn work. The 693 will rev beyond 10,000 rpm, but sounds strained when asked to do so. For a cruiser, less peak power and more low-rpm torque would arguably have produced a more authentic character. That is a criticism of the package’s personality vs image rather than a performance weakness.

Chassis and Brakes: Simple, but Surprisingly Effective

The chassis is deliberately straightforward, as the cruiser concept demands. A 41 mm conventional fork provides 120 mm of travel, while twin rear shocks offer 100 mm and adjustable spring preload. The frame is tubular steel and Bosch ABS is standard. The simple suspension works surprisingly well. Despite a 214 kg ready-to-ride weight, the Calibro is agile, easy to steer, and impresses with a tight turning circle. The setup is on the firm side, however, so everyday comfort suffers somewhat on poor surfaces.

The brakes are appropriate for relaxed cruising: a single 320 mm front disc with a two-piston floating caliper and a 255 mm rear disc with a single-piston caliper. There is no radial-caliper ambition here, nor does there need to be. Riders who want to brake like they are on a sport bike are simply looking at the wrong motorcycle. The modest single-disc setup does not overwhelm the simple chassis.

Ergonomics: 725 mm and an Adjustable Footpeg System

A 725 mm seat height is exceptionally low, even within the cruiser class. For comparison, the Royal Enfield Meteor 350 is 765 mm, the Honda CMX500 Rebel 690 mm, and the Kawasaki Eliminator 500 745 mm. Shorter riders can easily get both feet flat on the ground. The riding position is upright and relaxed, while the handlebar is neither excessively wide nor too high.

The footpegs are moderately forward-set rather than radically stretched out. Riders who find them too far forward can move them approximately 15 cm rearward toward the center of the motorcycle. The resulting knee angle is open and relaxed. Passenger accommodation is perfectly acceptable, while a passenger luggage rack and sissy bar are available as accessories. The 15-liter tank, combined with consumption of around 3.8 L/100 km, gives roughly 350–400 km of range. Top speed is around 175 km/h.

Calibro Cruiser vs. Calibro Bagger: What the Premium Buys

The Calibro comes in two versions with identical basic mechanical specifications. The Cruiser is the standard model, with a slim profile, decorative flyscreen, 15-liter steel tank, and classic cruiser styling. Colors are Fire Red and Shark Grey. The German price including ancillary charges is EUR 7,699.

The Calibro Bagger adds a Batwing fairing in the style of American touring cruisers plus two standard 19-liter hard cases. That turns it into a genuine travel-oriented cruiser. It is available only in Quartz Black and costs EUR 8,620 including ancillary charges. For roughly EUR 920 more, buyers get real wind protection and 38 liters of integrated luggage capacity, an attractive complete package for touring-cruiser riders. The Bagger also uses a different rear tire size: 180/65-16 rather than 180/70-16.

Price Positioning and Competition

At EUR 7,699, the Cruiser is competitively priced. The Honda CMX1100 Rebel costs around EUR 12,000 and is a much larger 1100-class machine. The Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 is around EUR 7,500 and is the Calibro’s closest price rival. The Kawasaki Eliminator 500 is around EUR 7,700. A Harley-Davidson Nightster costs roughly EUR 15,900, while the SWM Stormbreaker V 1200 is EUR 9,990 with an air-cooled V-twin.

The Calibro sits between small-displacement budget cruisers and the Harley price bracket. Its engine makes more power than the 500-class competition, while design and finish make a respectable impression.

Germany: Availability and Importer

Unlike the AlltrHike 450, the Calibro has been officially available in Germany since August 2024. Moto Morini recorded 66 new registrations in Germany between January and August 2025. That is not mass-market volume, but it does represent a real dealer presence. The three-year unlimited-mileage warranty applies as it does to all Moto Morini models, provided scheduled servicing is carried out by an authorized Moto Morini dealer.

Verdict

The Moto Morini Calibro does what a cruiser should do: glide along comfortably, look good, and remain easy to handle. The Kawasaki-derived 693 cc twin and belt drive make the power delivery smooth and cultivated. The chassis performs better than its simple specification suggests. The limitations are the vibration above 4,500 rpm and an engine calibration that feels a little too sporty at high revs for the concept. At only around EUR 920 more, the Bagger with Batwing fairing and 38 liters of luggage is a touring-cruiser package rarely found at this price.

Quick Check

+ Friendly, unintimidating motorcycle: smooth belt-drive power delivery, surprisingly agile despite 214 kg, tight turning circle, easy to place.

+ Belt final drive: lower maintenance than a chain, smooth power flow, and appropriate for an American-inspired cruiser.

+ 725 mm seat height: very low and accessible for shorter riders; footpegs adjustable roughly 15 cm fore/aft; cruiser ergonomics are relaxed without being extreme.

+ Calibro Bagger: Batwing + two 19-liter hard cases standard for EUR 8,620, roughly EUR 920 above Cruiser; complete touring-cruiser package.

+ Three-year unlimited-mileage warranty; 69 hp, 68 Nm; A2 35 kW version available; officially available in Germany since August 2024; Cruiser EUR 7,699.

 

– Vibration above 4,500 rpm is noticeable through seat and footpegs; sweet spot is 3,000–4,000 rpm.

– 69 hp and a 10,000-plus-rpm rev range feel overly sporty for classic cruiser character; engine sounds strained at high rpm.

– Simple brake system: single 320 mm front disc and two-piston floating caliper; sufficient for relaxed cruising, not intended for sporting use.

– Short suspension travel: 120 mm front / 100 mm rear; cruiser-typical and less comfortable on rough roads.

– 15-liter tank: roughly 350–400 km at around 3.8 L/100 km; source considers it somewhat limited for a touring cruiser.

– Stationary noise not officially published; confirm Tyrol compatibility with dealer. Moto Morini recorded 66 German registrations Jan–Aug 2025, so market and dealer presence remain limited.

 

Technical Specifications: Moto Morini Calibro 650/700 (2026)

Brand / Model: Moto Morini Calibro Cruiser + Calibro Bagger; Moto Morini founded 1937; owned by Zhongneng Vehicle Group / ZNEN since 2018; design and development in Trivolzio, Lombardy; production in China

Engine: DOHC parallel twin, 693 cc; Kawasaki-license design manufactured by CFMoto; 83 mm bore, 64 mm stroke; four valves per cylinder; fuel injection; six-speed; belt final drive; Euro 5; A2 35 kW version available

Engine Relationship: Enlarged version of the 649 cc Kawasaki-license engine used in X-Cape 650 and Seiemmezzo; stroke increased 4 mm to 64 mm; same CFMoto production base

Power: 69 hp at 8,500 rpm

Torque: 68 Nm at 6,500 rpm

Top Speed / Consumption: Approx. 175 km/h; approx. 3.8 L/100 km

Fuel Tank / Range: 15 liters; approx. 350–400 km

Frame: Tubular steel frame

Fork: 41 mm conventional fork; 120 mm travel

Rear Shocks: Twin rear shocks; adjustable spring preload; 100 mm travel

Front Brake: Single 320 mm disc; two-piston floating caliper; Bosch ABS

Rear Brake: Single 255 mm disc; one-piston caliper; ABS

Wheels: 18-inch front / 16-inch rear, cast aluminum

Tires, Cruiser: 130/70-18 front; 180/70-16 rear

Tires, Bagger: 130/70 R18 front; 180/65-16 rear

Ergonomics: 725 mm seat height; moderately forward footpegs adjustable roughly 15 cm rearward; medium-height handlebar; relaxed cruiser position

Weight: 214 kg fully fueled

Equipment: Full LED lighting; Bosch ABS; analog/digital instrument cluster; USB; belt final drive; removable passenger seat

Calibro Bagger Extras: Batwing fairing with wind protection; two standard 19-liter hard cases, 38 liters total; Quartz Black only

Cruiser Colors: Fire Red; Shark Grey; Bagger only Quartz Black

Stationary Noise: Not officially published; confirm Tyrol compatibility with dealer

German Price: Calibro Cruiser EUR 7,699; Calibro Bagger EUR 8,620; both including ancillary charges; A2 version available

Warranty: 3 years, unlimited mileage; scheduled servicing at an authorized Moto Morini dealer required