Elefant 900 i.e. Lucky Strike

1992 Cagiva Elefant 900 i.e. Lucky Strike Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Cagiva for the enduro - offroad motorcycle segment, the 1992 Cagiva Elefant 900 i.e. Lucky Strike pairs a 904 cc (55.2 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 72 HP (52.6 kW) at 8,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 79.6 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the Elefant 900 i.e. Lucky Strike measures 225 kg (496 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.32 HP/kg (3.13 kg per horsepower). The 24-liter (6.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 182 km/h (113 mph).