Positioned in Highland's enduro - offroad motorcycle lineup, the 2007 Highland DesertStorm utilizes a 936 cc (57.1 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 85 HP (62 kW) at 6,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 104 Nm (76.7 lb-ft) at 4,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 90.8 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (4,000 rpm) and peak power (6,000 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the DesertStorm measures 168 kg (370 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.51 HP/kg (1.98 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 20-liter (5.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 200 km/h (124 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's Highland archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2007 to 2008, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
90.8 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.51 HP/kg (1.98 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
4,000–6,000 rpm
Standover Height
910 mm (35.8 in)
Engine
Displacement936.0 ccm (57.11 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power85.0 HP (62.0 kW)) @ 6000 RPM
Torque104.0 Nm (10.6 kgf-m or 76.7 ft.lbs) @ 4000 RPM
Compression11.1:1
Bore x Stroke95.0 x 66.0 mm (3.7 x 2.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionIgnition coils fitted directly on the spark plugs
LubricationWet sump
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed200.0 km/h (124.3 mph)
Chassis
Frame TypeCrMo and aluminium
Rake26.0°
Front SuspensionMarzocchi.
Front Travel280 mm (11.0 inches)
Rear SuspensionÖhlins
Rear Travel300 mm (11.8 inches)
Wheelbase1530 mm (60.2 inches)
Ground Clearance300 mm (11.8 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre90/90-21
Rear Tyre150/70-18
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø260 mm (10.2 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight168.0 kg (370.4 pounds)
Power/Weight0.5060 HP/kg
Seat Height910 mm (35.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity20.00 litres (5.28 US gallons)
Other
Color OptionsTermoplasic and carbon in silver, black or yellow.
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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