AMEX 250 J

1985 Moto Morini AMEX 250 J Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Moto Morini for the motorcycle segment, the 1985 Moto Morini AMEX 250 J utilizes a 239 cc (14.6 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 23 HP (16.8 kW) at 8,800 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 96.2 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 AMEX 250 J measures 145 kg (320 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.16 HP/kg (6.3 kg per horsepower). The 13-liter (3.4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 141 km/h (88 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Moto Morini archive, this model family spans 6 indexed model years from 1980 to 1985, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.