The Aprilia Pegaso 650 is a mid-weight trail-styled bike that carves out its own unique niche in the market.
Its liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine produces almost 37kW (50bhp) and features a five-valve cylinder head, Sagem electronic fuel-injection and a balance shaft to reduce vibration. The engine’s character is smooth and refined, making it an ideal choice for both town and back-road riding.
The Pegaso’s long-travel suspension and off-road styled tyres provide a comfortable ride on various road surfaces, while the narrow chassis makes it agile and responsive to handle. With its sleek tail unit design and aftermarket hard luggage systems, this bike is well-suited for middle-distance touring.
Whether you’re navigating tight city streets or carving through winding country roads, the Aprilia Pegaso 650 delivers a thrilling riding experience that’s sure to leave a lasting impression.
Key Specifications
Engine Type
Four stroke, single-cylinder, DOHC, 5 valves
Engine Capacity
652 cc / 39.8 cu in
Max Power
36.4 kw / 50 hp
Max Torque
59 Nm / 6.02 kgf-m / 43.5 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity
21 L / 5.5 US gal
Weight (Wet/Kerb)
385 lbs / 175 kg
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
All Specifications
Make & Model
Model
Aprilia Pegaso 650
Year
1997 – 98
Engine
Engine Type
Four stroke, single-cylinder, DOHC, 5 valves
Displacement
652 cc / 39.8 cu in
Bore x Stroke
100 x 83 mm
Compression Ratio
9.1:1
Max Horsepower
36.4 kw / 50 hp
Max Torque
59 Nm / 6.02 kgf-m / 43.5 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm
Engine Management System
2 x 32 mm Mikuni BST33
Cooling System
Liquid cooled
Performance
Top Speed
178.6 km/h / 111 mph
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
Transmission
Gearbox
5 Speed
Final Drive
Chain
Electrical & Electronics System
Starter
Electric
Chassis & Suspension
Front Suspension
45 mm Upside down forks preload adjustable, Marzocci
Front Suspension Travel
6.9 inches / 175 mm
Rear Suspension
Varying section high strength steel swing-arm, Aprilia Progressive System (APS) rising rate linkage
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tire Size
100/90-19
Rear Tire Size
130/80-17
Front Brakes
Single 300 mm disc, 2 piston caliper
Rear Brakes
Single 220 mm disc, 1 piston caliper
Dimension & Weights
Fuel Tank Capacity
21 L / 5.5 US gal
Wet (kerb/curb) Weight
385 lbs / 175 kg
Dry Weight
160 kg / 352 lbs
Features
Long-travel suspension
Off-road styled tyres
Narrow chassis
Modern liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine
Rotax-based design
Five-valve cylinder head
Sagem electronic fuel-injection
Balance shaft to reduce vibration
5-speed gearbox
Chain drive
Twin underseat silencers
Sleek tail unit design
Aftermarket hard luggage systems
Brembo disc brakes (on some variants)
Revised airbox
New frame with longer wheelbase, increased rake and trail
Rotax engine with claimed 49bhp at the crankshaft
Fat spread of torque from 3500 to 6000 rpm
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