2025 Moto Morini 3 ½ – First Look
That’s 350 for the fractionally-impaired
Moto Morini is bringing back one of its most important model names with a brand new 3½, just in time for its 50th anniversary.
Originally launched in 1974, the original Moto Morini 3½ was the brand’s first V-Twin model, produced in Sport or Strada touring variants. Designed by Franco Lambertini, the 3½ Sport shook up the 350cc class which was dominated by Singles, introducing a 344cc 72° V-Twin with flat Heron heads that quickly became one of the most powerful four-strokes of its era.
The modern 3 1⁄2 isn't the same performance beast as the original, featuring a liquid-cooled 350.3cc 60° V-Twin DOHC eight-valve engine that is compliant with Euro5+. Moto Morini claims a peak output of 32 hp at 8,500 rpm and 23 lb-ft. at 6,500 rpm, making it accessible to European riders with an A2 license.
The chassis is a single-beam double cradle steel design, paired with an aluminum swingarm. The suspension consists of a 43mm inverted fork and a single preload-adjustable rear shock, both offering 4.7 inches of travel.
The front wheel uses a single radial-mount four-piston caliper and 300mm disc, while the rear is equipped with a two-piston caliper and 255mm disc. A double-channel ABS is standard.
Other features include full LED lighting, a TFT screen with an integrated navigation system, and a claimed dry weight of 363 pounds.
The 2025 Moto Morini 3½ will arrive in dealers in the second half of 2025. There’s no word on U.S. availability yet, but given the historic significance of the name, it would be a big misstep not to offer it for a brand trying to reestablish itself in America.
2025 Moto Morini 3½ Gallery
2025 Moto Morini 3½ Specifications | |
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Engine Type | V2 60°, 4 strokes |
Displacement | 350.3cc |
Bore x Stroke | 58mm x 66.3mm |
Compression | 12.8:1 |
Horsepower | 32 hp at 8500 rpm (claimed) |
Torque | 23 lb-ft. at 6500 rpm (claimed) |
Frame | single-beam double cradle, steel |
Swingarm | aluminum |
Front Suspension | Upside-Down fork ø43mm, wheel travel 120mm |
Rear Suspension | monoshock, cantilever, wheel travel 120mm, adjustable in spring preload |
Front brake | ø300mm single disc, fixed caliper, 4 opposed pistons |
Rear brake | ø255mm single disc, fixed caliper, 2 opposed pistons |
ABS | double channel |
Front Wheel | alloy rim 3.0”x17” |
Rear Wheel | alloy rim 4.5”x17” |
Front Tire | 110/70 17” |
Rear Tire | 150/60 17” |
Length | 82.3 inches |
Width | 31.5 inches |
Height | 45.3 inches |
Wheelbase | 55.9 inches |
Seat Height | 30.1 inches |
Ground Clearance | 6.3 inches |
Dry Weight | < 364 pounds |
Fuel Capacity | 4 gallons |
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It's a great looking entry level machine, just what Canadian riders need! It's too bad that Moto Morini is ignoring the Canadian market. I personally had to give up on the brand, wanting to purchase the X-Cape 650 or 1200, but could no longer wait for the brand to commit to Canada.
Nice bike. Let’s hope USA gets it