Positioned in Highland's enduro - offroad motorcycle lineup, the 2001 Highland 950 V2 features a 950 cc (58 cu in) v2, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 76 HP (55.5 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 80 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 950 V2 measures 145 kg (320 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.52 HP/kg (1.91 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 910 mm (35.8 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,530 mm (60.2 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 22-liter (5.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 180 km/h (112 mph).
Specific Output
80 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.52 HP/kg (1.91 kg/HP)
Standover Height
910 mm (35.8 in)
Engine
Displacement950.0 ccm (57.97 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power76.0 HP (55.5 kW)) @ 8500 RPM
Bore x Stroke95.0 x 66.0 mm (3.7 x 2.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed180.0 km/h (111.8 mph)
Chassis
Front Travel280 mm (11.0 inches)
Rear Travel300 mm (11.8 inches)
Wheelbase1530 mm (60.2 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre90/90-21
Rear Tyre140/80-18
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø260 mm (10.2 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight145.0 kg (319.7 pounds)
Power/Weight0.5241 HP/kg
Seat Height910 mm (35.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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