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Corsaro 1200

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65 /100 Sporty
Power/Weight
0.71 hp/kg
Torque
123 Nm
Engine
1187 ccm

2012 Moto Morini Corsaro 1200 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in Moto Morini's naked motorcycle lineup, the 2012 Moto Morini Corsaro 1200 features a 1187 cc (72.4 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 140 HP (102.2 kW) at 8,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 123 Nm (90.7 lb-ft) at 6,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 117.9 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (6,500 rpm) and peak power (8,500 rpm), 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 Corsaro 1200 measures 198 kg (437 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.71 HP/kg (1.41 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 800 mm (31.5 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,470 mm (57.9 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 21-liter (5.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Within MotoLibrary's Moto Morini archive, this model family spans 6 indexed model years from 2006 to 2012, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
117.9 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.71 HP/kg (1.41 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,500–8,500 rpm
Standover Height
800 mm (31.5 in)
Engine
Displacement 1187.0 ccm (72.43 cubic inches)
Engine Type V2, four-stroke
Engine Details 87 degree longitudinal V-twin. Moto Morini Bialbero CorsaCorta (DOHC - Short Stroke).
Power 140.0 HP (102.2 kW)) @ 8500 RPM
Torque 123.0 Nm (12.5 kgf-m or 90.7 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Compression 12.5:1
Bore x Stroke 107.0 x 66.0 mm (4.2 x 2.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 4
Fuel System Injection. Magneti Marelli, 54 mm throttle body
Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition I.A.W. electronic
Lubrication Forced with trochoidal pump
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch Multiple-plate clutch in oil bath with antiskipping system and radial master-cylinder
Performance
Emission Details Euro 3.
Exhaust Sport Termignoni with double silencer, 3-way catalytic converter and oxygen sensor.
Chassis
Frame Type High-strength steel tube trellis frame
Rake 24.5°
Trail 100 mm (3.9 inches)
Front Suspension Marzocchi upside down with 50 mm/ 1.96 Ø
Front Travel 129 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear Suspension Sachs shock absorber
Rear Travel 129 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase 1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Ground Clearance 162 mm (6.4 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre 180/55-ZR17
Front Brakes Double disc. Bremo, 4-piston caliper
Front Brake Ø 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc. Bremo
Rear Brake Ø 220 mm (8.7 inches)
Wheels Brembo rims in light alloy, 6 spokes
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 198.0 kg (436.5 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.7071 HP/kg
Seat Height 800 mm (31.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length 2170 mm (85.4 inches)
Overall Width 865 mm (34.1 inches)
Fuel Capacity 21.00 litres (5.55 US gallons)
Reserve Fuel 4.50 litres (1.19 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Black/grey, red/gray, white/black, yellow/black
Instruments Electronic/analogic rev counter multifunction LCD display
Light Dual head lights
Warranty 3 years.
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