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1s

US$ 120000. UK £ 90000. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
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67 /100 Sporty
Power/Weight
0.49 hp/kg
Torque
163 Nm
Engine
2032 ccm

2021 Arch 1s Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in Arch's sport motorcycle lineup, the 2021 Arch 1s pairs a 2032 cc (124 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 120 HP (87.6 kW) while maximum torque reaches 163 Nm (120.2 lb-ft), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 59.1 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.

On the scales, the 1s measures 244.9 kg (540 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.49 HP/kg (2.04 kg per horsepower).

Within MotoLibrary's Arch archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 2018 to 2024, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
59.1 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.49 HP/kg (2.04 kg/HP)
Engine
Displacement 2032.0 ccm (123.99 cubic inches)
Engine Type V2, four-stroke
Engine Details ARCH/S and S Cycle T124 45-degree V-twin
Power 120.0 HP (87.6 kW))
Torque 163.0 Nm (16.6 kgf-m or 120.2 ft.lbs)
Compression 10.8:1
Bore x Stroke 104.8 x 117.5 mm (4.1 x 4.6 inches)
Fuel System Injection
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch Dry
Performance
Emission Details CARB/EPA compliant. Euro 4.
Exhaust ARCH/SC Project MotoGP-inspired titanium/carbon fiber/billet aluminum exhaust
Chassis
Frame Type Billet and tubular steel frame with CNC machined aluminum backbone and sub-chassis
Rake 26.0°
Trail 112 mm (4.4 inches)
Front Suspension Ohlins / Arch proprietary FGRT series fork, fully adjustable
Rear Suspension Ohlins / Arch proprietary rear shock with reservoir, hydraulic pre-load adjustment, fully adjustable
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 3.50-17
Rear Tyre 8.50-17
Front Brakes Double disc. ABS. 6 piston monobloc radial mount calipers
Front Brake Ø 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc. ABS. Four-piston monobloc radial mount caliper
Rear Brake Ø 266 mm (10.5 inches)
Wheels BST Carbon Fiber “Turbine” wheels. Michelin Power RS tires.
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 244.9 kg (540.0 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.4899 HP/kg
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options White/grey/red/black
Instruments Digital
Light LED headlight
Notes

ARCH Motorcycles are made i Los Angeles.

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