Morini Newby first impressions of the bike
Posted: 04 Oct 2024 13:43
Only done a few miles on my 3 1/2 so far due to fettling and weather.
I have to say so far it lives up to expectations.
Brakes are brilliant - mine is a Strada with double disks so guess someone must have fitted the extra disk.
It also has the Sport Engine - there is an S stamped on the cases where it should be.
Performance is great, it has a surprising amount of grunt at low revs for such a small engine, also pleased with how little is vibrates - in fact hardly at all. Also as has been said it revs like a 2 stroke.
Handling feels really taught - had to tighten up the headstock bearings as I could feel some play. I dont find the suspension to harsh - forks are a bit firm, but rear is fine, still has the OE Marzocchis fitted as far as I can tell.
Comfort, have not really been far enough on it yet to make a decision, but feels pretty good and is a good fit for me - I am about 5' 7".
Only downside is the RH gearchange - not ridden a RH change for along time, having said that gear selection is spot on, I can even fine neutral without too much bother, clutch is also pretty light, although not as light as my Triumph Speedmaster or Enfield Himalayan.
So yes, pretty pleased I think this bike and I have a future.
Roll on Spring / Summer 2025 so I can get some serious miles in on it as I wont be riding it much over the Autumn / Winter.
P.S. Love the clunky / laid back electric starter, clunk, whirr, turns over a few times before firing.......love it.
P.P.S Must join the MOC as well as this board has been a great help so far.
I have to say so far it lives up to expectations.
Brakes are brilliant - mine is a Strada with double disks so guess someone must have fitted the extra disk.
It also has the Sport Engine - there is an S stamped on the cases where it should be.
Performance is great, it has a surprising amount of grunt at low revs for such a small engine, also pleased with how little is vibrates - in fact hardly at all. Also as has been said it revs like a 2 stroke.
Handling feels really taught - had to tighten up the headstock bearings as I could feel some play. I dont find the suspension to harsh - forks are a bit firm, but rear is fine, still has the OE Marzocchis fitted as far as I can tell.
Comfort, have not really been far enough on it yet to make a decision, but feels pretty good and is a good fit for me - I am about 5' 7".
Only downside is the RH gearchange - not ridden a RH change for along time, having said that gear selection is spot on, I can even fine neutral without too much bother, clutch is also pretty light, although not as light as my Triumph Speedmaster or Enfield Himalayan.
So yes, pretty pleased I think this bike and I have a future.
Roll on Spring / Summer 2025 so I can get some serious miles in on it as I wont be riding it much over the Autumn / Winter.
P.S. Love the clunky / laid back electric starter, clunk, whirr, turns over a few times before firing.......love it.
P.P.S Must join the MOC as well as this board has been a great help so far.