The Morbidelli name has a grand heritage in Italian-built racing motorcycles, with championship-winning machines going back to the 1960s. The name has now been revived after being acquired last year by Chinese manufacturer Keeway, and is adorning the flanks of a pair of new adventure style machines – the T1002V and the T1002VX. They differ only in terms of wheels: the T1002V has 19in front and 17in rear cast alloy rims, while the VX sports tubeless spoked items in the same sizes. Both V and VX are powered by a 997cc V-twin pumping out 89hp fitted into a chassis with KYB suspension, J.Juan brakes and Bosch cornering ABS. Tech features haven’t been forgotten, with TFT dash, 12v and USB-C charging ports, LED lighting all round and four riding modes to adjust throttle response, traction control and braking. Spec is kept high, with heated grips, heated seat, hand guards, alloy belly pan, crash bars and even cruise control all fitted as standard. They come in a choice of silver/black or silver/white paintwork for an SRP of £7999 for the T1002V and £8199 for the T1002VX. To complete the adventure look, a complete set of aluminium quick-release luggage can be added to either bike for £499.
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