Engineered by Ecosse for the naked motorcycle segment, the 2008 Ecosse Heretic pairs a 1966.6 cc (120 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 133 HP (97.1 kW) while maximum torque reaches 185.8 Nm (137 lb-ft), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 67.6 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 Heretic measures 205 kg (452 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.65 HP/kg (1.54 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 698 mm (27.5 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,537 mm (60.5 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability.
Within MotoLibrary's Ecosse archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2007 to 2015, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
67.6 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.65 HP/kg (1.54 kg/HP)
Standover Height
698 mm (27.5 in)
Engine
Displacement1966.6 ccm (120.00 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power133.0 HP (97.1 kW))
Torque185.8 Nm (18.9 kgf-m or 137.0 ft.lbs)
Compression10.5:1
Bore x Stroke108.0 x 108.0 mm (4.3 x 4.3 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Mikuni 45mm flat slide
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Performance
ExhaustHandcrafted by ECOSSE. 2 into 1. Stainless steel.
Chassis
Frame TypeCrMo mainframe, subframe and swingarm
Rake25.0°
Front SuspensionÖhlins Upside-down, fully adjustable
Rear SuspensionÖhlins fully adjustable
Wheelbase1537 mm (60.5 inches)
Ground Clearance165 mm (6.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre190/70-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc. 6-piston calipers
Front Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. 2-piston calipers
Rear Brake Ø260 mm (10.2 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight205.0 kg (452.0 pounds)
Power/Weight0.6487 HP/kg
Seat Height698 mm (27.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Alt. Seat Height775 mm (30.5 inches) If adjustable, highest setting.
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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