Aprilia Moto 6.5

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Aprilia Moto 6.5
Manufacturer
Production 1996 - 2003
Class Naked
Engine
652cc liquid-cooled, single cylinder, four-stroke
Bore / Stroke 99.1mm x 99.1mm
Compression ratio 9.0:1
Top Speed 99 mph (160 km/h)
Horsepower 43.05 HP (32.1 KW) @ 7000RPM
Torque 39.09 ft/lbs (53.0 Nm) @ 5000RPM
Battery YUASA YB12AL-A2 '95-99 [1]
Transmission Gear box: gears

Final Drive: chain

Clutch: wet multi-disc, manual
Suspension Front: 41mm Marzocchi telescopic fork
Rear: adjustable monoshock
Brakes Front: single 298mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Rear: single 220mm disc, 1-piston caliper
Front Tire 100/90-18
Rear Tire 130/90-17
Wheelbase 58.11 inches (1476 mm)
Length 83.98 inches (2133 mm)
Width 31.5 inches (800 mm)
Height 41.73 inches (1060 mm)
Seat Height 31.89 inches (810 mm)
Weight 330.69 pounds (150.0 Kg) (dry), 150.0 kg (wet)
Oil Filter K&N KN-151
Fuel Capacity 4.23 Gallon (16.00 Liters)
Fuel Consumption 0.61 liters/100 km (163.9 km/l or 385.61 mpg)
Manuals Service Manual
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The Aprilia Moto 6.5 was a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, single cylinder Naked motorcycle produced by Aprilia between 1996 and 2003. It could reach a top speed of 99 mph (160 km/h). Max torque was 39.09 ft/lbs (53.0 Nm) @ 5000 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 43.05 HP (32.1 KW) @ 7000 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a liquid cooled liquid-cooled, four-stroke, single cylinder. A 99.1mm bore x 99.1mm stroke result in a displacement of just 652.0 cubic centimeters.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 5-speed manual transmission. Power was moderated via the wet multi-disc, manual clutch.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 100/90-18 front tire and a 130/90-17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single 298mm disc, 2-piston caliper in the front and a single 220mm disc, 1-piston caliper in the rear. The front suspension was a 41mm Marzocchi telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a adjustable monoshock. The Moto 6.5 was fitted with a 4.23 Gallon (16.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 330.69 pounds (150.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 58.11 inches (1476 mm) long.

Overview[edit | edit source]

Aprilia's latest bike, the Moto 6.5, is a very different machine, albeit one that follows the Italian firm's tradition for style. It was created by French star designer Philippe Starck, whose portfolio includes everything from boats, toys and lemon squeezers to numerous buildings and interiors, including the recent museum at Groningen in the Netherlands and Bordeaux airport's control tower, his latest project.

Mr Starck is a keen motorcyclist and has produced a distinctive non-aggressive roadster, aimed particularly at tempting urban travellers away from cars, buses and trains. The Moto 6.5 certainly looks like nothing else on two wheels, thanks to its fuel tank and seat/sidepanels. It is powered by the 650cc single-cylinder unit from Aprilia's Pegaso 650 trail bike. Detuned slightly for this bike, the watercooled, five- valve engine produces a maximum of about 45bhp.

Aprilia Moto 6.5

The chassis is based around a steel frame whose main tubes form a graceful curve. That shape is followed by the visible pan of the exhaust system, much of which is hidden beneath the engine. Unlike the Pegaso, the Moto 6.5 is intended to be ridden only on the road, and has considerably less suspension travel than the trail bike. Its telescopic forks and single rear shock unit, both from Italian specialist Marzocchi, hold wire-spoked wheels whose tires are designed purely for the street. Riders of average height or less will quickly notice one advantage of the road-biased suspension: the Moto 6.5's seat is reasonably close to the ground. The Aprilia is very light, too, at just 150kg which, in conjunction with the softly tuned engine, makes it both lively and easy to ride.

  • Spark Plug: NGK D8EA



1996 Aprilia Moto 6.5[edit | edit source]

The 1996 MY Aprilia Moto 6.5 sports a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 649cc, single cylinder engine paired to a five-speed manual transmission, and can reach a maximum power output of 43 horsepower and 53 Nm of torque. It comes standard with features such as a 41mm Marzocchi telescopic fork, a rear, adjustable, Marzocchi monoshock, front and rear disc brakes, laced wheels, as well as an unique and futuristic design, with curved lines that start from the front fork and end with the rear license-plate mount.


1997 Aprilia Moto 6.5[edit | edit source]

The 1997 MY Aprilia Moto 6.5 boasts one of the most unique designs from the House of Noale, bearing the signature of renowned architect and designer Philippe Starck, whose portfolio includes the Groningen museum in the Netherlands and Bordeaux airport's control tower. It comes standard with a 41mm Marzocchi telescopic fork, a rear, adjustable, Marzocchi monoshock, front and rear disc brakes, and laced wheels.

In the tech/engine department, it sports a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 649cc, single cylinder powerhouse mated to a five-speed manual transmission, and can reach a maximum power output of 43 horsepower and 53 Nm of torque.


1998 Aprilia Moto 6.5[edit | edit source]

1998 Aprilia Moto 6.5

The 1998 MY Aprilia Moto 6.5 sports a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 652cc, single cylinder engine mated to a five-speed manual transmission, and can reach a maximum power output of 43 horsepower and 53 Nm of torque. It comes standard with a telescopic front fork, an adjustable monoshock as a rear suspension, a dual seat, laced wheels, an analogue speedometer, and a minimalist overall design.


1999 Aprilia Moto 6.5[edit | edit source]

1999 Aprilia Moto 6.5

The 1999 MY Aprilia Moto 6.5 has, at its heart, a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 652cc, single cylinder engine mated to a five-speed manual transmission, and can reach a maximum power output of 43 horsepower and 53 Nm of torque.

Its design bears the signature of french designer Philippe Starck, that has designed everything from boats to buildings, such as the Groningen museum in the Netherlands and Bordeaux airport's control tower. Standard features include front and rear disc brakes, a Marzocchi adjustable monoshock as a rear suspension, a 41mm Marzocchi telescopic fork in the front, laced wheels and a 16-liter (4.2-gallon) fuel tank.


2000 Aprilia Moto 6.5[edit | edit source]

The 2000 MY Aprilia Moto 6.5 is arguably the most unique motorcycle in the House Noale line-up, and sports a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 652cc, single cylinder powerhouse mated to a six-speed manual transmission, and can produce a claimed 43 horsepower and 53 Nm of torque.

It comes standard with a telescopic front fork, a rear adjustable monoshock, a dual seat, laced wheels, a 16-liter fuel tank, plus an overall design that flows smoothly from end to end, with continuous, curved lines.


2002 Aprilia Moto 6.5[edit | edit source]

The 2002 MY Aprilia Moto 6.5 has, at its heart, a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 652cc, single cylinder powerplant mated to a five-speed manual transmission, and can produce a claimed 43 horsepower and 59 Nm of torque.

This machine boasts one of the most unique designs in the House Noale line-up, with curved lines that start from the handlebars and finish in the rear licence plate holder, and comes standard with features such as a 41mm Marzocchi telescopic fork, an adjustable monoshock as a rear suspension, front and rear disc brakes, and a 4.2-gallon fuel tank.


2003 Aprilia Moto 6.5[edit | edit source]

The 2003 MY Aprilia Moto 6.5 boasts one of the most futuristic designs in its class, bearing the signature of French designer Philippe Starck, who also designed the Groningen Museum in the Netherlands and Bordeaux airport's control tower.

In the tech/engine department, it sports a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 652cc, single cylinder powerplant mated to a five-speed manual transmission, and can produce a claimed 43 horsepower and 59 Nm of torque. It also comes standard with a 41mm Marzocchi telescopic fork, an adjustable monoshock as a rear suspension, front and rear disc brakes, and a 4.2-gallon fuel tank.


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References[edit | edit source]

  1. 2021 Yuasa Powersports Battery. Yuasa guide. 2021.