V-Raptor 1000

2000 Cagiva V-Raptor 1000 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Cagiva's naked motorcycle platform, the 2000 Cagiva V-Raptor 1000 relies on a 996 cc (60.8 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 116 HP (84.7 kW) at 8,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 116.5 HP per liter, 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 V-Raptor 1000 measures 197 kg (434 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.59 HP/kg (1.7 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 770 mm (30.3 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,440 mm (56.7 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 18-liter (4.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 220 km/h (137 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Cagiva archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 2000 to 2004, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.