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X132 Hellcat

US$ 45000. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
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73 /100 Sporty
Power/Weight
0.58 hp/kg
Torque
197 Nm
Engine
2163 ccm

2012 Confederate X132 Hellcat Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Confederate for the naked motorcycle segment, the 2012 Confederate X132 Hellcat features a 2163.2 cc (132 cu in) v2, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 132 HP (96.4 kW) while maximum torque reaches 196.6 Nm (145 lb-ft), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 61 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 X132 Hellcat measures 226.8 kg (500 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.58 HP/kg (1.72 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 711 mm (28 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops.

Specific Output
61 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.58 HP/kg (1.72 kg/HP)
Standover Height
711 mm (28 in)
Engine
Displacement 2163.2 ccm (132.00 cubic inches)
Engine Type V2, four-stroke
Engine Details X 132 Copperhead, 56° V-Twin. One-piece Forged Crank.
Power 132.0 HP (96.4 kW))
Torque 196.6 Nm (20.0 kgf-m or 145.0 ft.lbs)
Bore x Stroke 111.8 x 111.8 mm (4.4 x 4.4 inches)
Fuel System Injection
Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Transmission
Gearbox 5-speed
Final Drive Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Chassis
Frame Type 3 inch 120 wall hard steel backbone; 2 inch 120 wall hard steel downtube; Hand TIG wld fabrication
Rake 27.5°
Front Suspension Custom Marzocchi RAC 50mm Fork; Rebound and Compression Adjustable for Low and High Speed Actuation
Front Travel 81 mm (3.2 inches)
Rear Suspension Custom Race Tech Coil-Over-Shock; Rebound and Compression Adjustable for Low and High Speed Actuation
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre 190/55-ZR17
Front Brakes Double disc. Dual Beringer 4 Piston AEROTEC Radial Calipers; Dual Beringer AERONAL Floating Stainless Steel Discs
Rear Brakes Single disc. Single 2 Piston Brembo Monobloc Caliper; Cross-drilled Brembo Stainless Steel Disc
Wheels Carbon fiber
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 226.8 kg (500.0 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.5820 HP/kg
Seat Height 711 mm (28.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Oil Capacity 4.90 litres (5.18 US quarts)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Black/silver
Instruments Motogadget Precision Analogue Tachometer; Digital Speed, Status
Light Integrated high intensity discharge headlamp
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High performance — experienced riders only.
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City & Weekend Rides
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Seat Height
71.1 cm / 28 in
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Handling
Heavy bike — requires confident handling
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