V-Raptor 1000

2002 Cagiva V-Raptor 1000 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 2002 Cagiva V-Raptor 1000 naked motorcycle, Cagiva features a 996 cc (60.8 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 112 HP (81.8 kW) at 8,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 105 Nm (77.4 lb-ft) at 7,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 112.4 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (7,000 rpm) and peak power (8,500 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 V-Raptor 1000 measures 197 kg (434 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.57 HP/kg (1.76 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 805 mm (31.7 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 15.2-liter (4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

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.