Motorcycle specifications MoriniSeiemmezzo 650 SCR 2025 Scramblerino

Moto-Morini has to forget (whether willingly or unwillingly) its sultry days with Corsaro, 11 1/2, Gran Passo, Rebello... powered by the fiery twin 1200 of muscular times. The range of bikes in the catalog began its new tempo with more modest, more accessible machines, including the Seimmezzo 650 roadsters. Quite successful in design, eye-catching without being provocative, these entry-level machines are available in STRada and, in a more fashion-retro vein, SCR versions.

The Scrambler type has been resurrected by the beginnings of a new fashion, and is available in a whole range of sauces, depending on the manufacturer. Often derived from an existing model. This is also the case for the Morini, with a common base and a number of items to play on the plastic. The exercise here is a skilful one, showing that synergies can be achieved positively with a little seriousness. A compliment that is also reflected in the finish.

The SCR shares 90% of its components with the Seiemmezzo STR. The "Scramblerization" operation is carried out with tubeless spoked rims, Pirelli MT 60 RS studded tires (more suitable for a few forays into soft terrain), a high mudguard, a small windscreen, a rear mud flap, a more wraparound (plastoc) engine cowling at the front, different under-seat plates, a pair of knee grips on the tank sides, rounded rear-view mirrors, a flanged leather seat with topstitching, and passenger grips.

The bike also features more pronounced handlebars, modifying the riding position. With the chest raised, the rider adopts a more relaxed stance, more in keeping with the scrambler philosophy. Between the profile of the tires and the lesser support on the front axle, this "country" version of the Seimmezzo should have slightly less dynamism than the STR, in favor of a cooler, more flowing, sometimes randonneur ride; with a style mixing mountain sneakers and streetwear-trek shirt.

Morini leased the plans from Kawasaki to manufacture its twin-cylinder engine. The block is similar to that of the er-6n, with the same cubic capacity, identical dimensions, 4 valves per cylinder and liquid cooling, but a good ten horsepower less. As a result, the Seiemmezzo has 60 hp at its disposal, the middle ground between the 47.5 hp of the 500 and the 70-75 hp of the competition. Its engine mapping should give it a very different character from the Kawa, compensating for the loss of watts.

the chassis would perhaps have benefited from a little more off-road capability. But the brand has limited the range of differences. The SCR features the same suspension as the STR, with identical 120 mm travel. The good news is that the seat height remains very accessible, at 810 mm; and that both feature settings that are rare at this level of the range. Usually, bikes in this segment can only claim rear preload adjustment. The Seiemmezzo features a 43 mm inverted fork and Kayaba shock absorber, both adjustable in all directions. The brakes, more modest with their 2-piston calipers, are also renowned, with Brembo brake shoes gripping 298 mm discs. A 255 mm rear disc is also calmed by 2 pistons.

This machine won't be debated on its weight, its 200 kilos being neither in the best nor in the worst of the category. Its electronic equipment focuses more on information than on assistance, which can only be counted with... ABS and tire pressure monitoring. Traction, speed, inclination and weather controls are not included. On the other hand, the rider will appreciate a handsome, well-appointed 5-inch color TFT screen, with Bluetooth connectivity for smartphone control and two audio systems. It is controlled from the handlebars, with backlit commodos.

Even if it lacks the aura and spirit of its erstwhile cousin, the 1200 Scrambler, this Seiemmezzo SCR can still present itself without blushing on the roads, and its forgotten junctions.

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