V Raptor 1000

2006 Cagiva V Raptor 1000 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Cagiva for the naked motorcycle segment, the 2006 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 105.5 HP (77 kW) at 8,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 90.3 Nm (66.6 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 105.9 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 0.54 HP/kg (1.87 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 1,431 mm (56.3 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 2 indexed model years from 2005 to 2006, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.