125 KJ Kanguro

1986 Moto Morini 125 KJ Kanguro Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 1986 Moto Morini 125 KJ Kanguro touring motorcycle, Moto Morini features a 123 cc (7.5 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 13 HP (9.5 kW) at 10,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 105.7 HP per liter, 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 125 KJ Kanguro measures 119 kg (262 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.11 HP/kg (9.15 kg per horsepower). The 7.5-liter (2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 110 km/h (68 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Moto Morini archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 1984 to 1988, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.