Moto Rumi
An Italian Masterpiece
Moto Rumi
The innovative 839cc Mana was introduced in 2008 and showcased an advanced CVT with several electronic ride modes. Operated either in "full auto" with three modes were available: Touring, Sport & Rain or manually via a sequential, electronic "7 speed" system. A parking brake was fitted. Other features included an under seat fuel tank and a large storage area in the normal tank position. 76hp at 8,000rpm. Dry weight 205kg.
Engine: Aprilia Four stroke longitudinal 90° V twin. Liquid cooling. Single overhead cam with chain drive, four valves per cylinder.
Bore x stroke: 88 x 69 mm
Total displacement: 839.3 cc
Compression ratio: 10.5: 1
Maximum power at crank: 55.1 kW (75 HP) at 7250 rpm.
Lubrication: Dry sump with separate oil reservoir.
Maximum torque at crank: 7.79 kgm (76.5 Nm) at 8000 rpm.
Fuel: Unleaded petrol.
Fuel system: Integrated engine management system. Weber Marelli electronic fuel injection with one 38 mm throttle body.
Exhaust: Two in one system in 100% stainless steel with three-way catalytic converter and Lambda probe
Ignition: digital electronic ignition, with two spark plugs per cylinder, integrated with fuel injection Starting: Electric
Generator: 450 W at 6000 rpm.
Gearbox: Sequential with manual or automatic mode selectable by the user. 7 ratios in manual mode. 3 maps (Touring, Sport, Rain) in automatic mode. Gear change by pedal or handlebar command.
Clutch: Automatic
Primary drive: Belt
Final drive: Chain
Frame: High strength steel trellis
Front suspension: Ø 43 mm upside-down fork. Wheel travel: 120 mm. Rake / Trail: 24° / 103 mm
Rear suspension: Aluminium alloy single-piece swingarm hydraulic shock absorber adjustable in spring preload and rebound damping. Wheel travel: 125 mm.
Brakes:
Front: double stainless steel floating disc (Ø 320 mm). Radial calipers with four pistons.
Rear: steel disk (Ø 240 mm). Single piston caliper.
Wheels / Tyres: Aluminium alloy. Front: 3.50 x 17 / 120/70 R 17 Rear: 6.00 x 17 / 180/55 ZR 17
Dimensions:
L x W x H 2080 mm; 800 mm (at handlebars); 1130 mm
Seat height: 800 mm
Wheelbase: 1463 mm
Tank capacity: 16 litres
Sources: Introduction and images courtesy Phil Aynsley. Specifications John Sample Group.
