Positioned in Brough Superior's sport motorcycle lineup, the 2018 Brough Superior Pendine Sand Racer utilizes a 997 cc (60.8 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 100 HP (73 kW) at 9,800 rpm while maximum torque reaches 130 Nm (95.9 lb-ft) at 8,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 100.3 HP per liter and a 1,800 rpm working window between peak torque (8,000 rpm) and peak power (9,800 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
On the scales, the Pendine Sand Racer measures 196 kg (432 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.51 HP/kg (1.96 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 820 mm (32.3 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,540 mm (60.6 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability.
Within MotoLibrary's Brough Superior archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 2018 to 2023, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
100.3 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.51 HP/kg (1.96 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
8,000–9,800 rpm
Standover Height
820 mm (32.3 in)
Engine
Displacement997.0 ccm (60.84 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Power100.0 HP (73.0 kW)) @ 9800 RPM
Torque130.0 Nm (13.3 kgf-m or 95.9 ft.lbs) @ 8000 RPM
Compression11.0:1
Bore x Stroke94.0 x 71.8 mm (3.7 x 2.8 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchMultiplate oil-bath Adler clutch with hydraulic operation
Chassis
Frame TypeMachined titanium frame with fabricated titanium subframe
Rake23.3°
Trail94 mm (3.7 inches)
Front SuspensionFior-type cast aluminium wishbone fork with twin articulated titanium triangular links, and monoshock adjustable for preload and rebound damping with 120mm travel
Rear SuspensionCast aluminium swingarm pivoting in engine crankcases, with monoshock adjustable for preload and rebound damping and progressive rate link with 130mm travel
Wheelbase1540 mm (60.6 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-R19
Rear Tyre170/60-R17
Front BrakesDouble disc. Four-piston calipers.
Front Brake Ø230 mm (9.1 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Two-piston calipers.
Rear Brake Ø230 mm (9.1 inches)
WheelsAaluminum
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight196.0 kg (432.1 pounds)
Power/Weight0.5102 HP/kg
Seat Height820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1108 mm (43.6 inches)
Overall Length2180 mm (85.8 inches)
Overall Width730 mm (28.7 inches)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsBlack/silver
Notes
Each motorcycle is made to order. There is a choice of three finishes and a number of options including optional wheels, handle bars, footrests and seats.
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Weight
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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