OUR LEGACY

1940s

During World War II, Moto Morini was on the front line of anti-aggression and was subjected to countless bombings. Moto Morini’s factory was completely destroyed by the war. But Alfonso Morini`s love for motorcycles could not be destroyed. After the war, in the summer of 1945, he rebuilt the company which destroyed by the war.

1940s CONT.

Turismo was released in Italy by MOTO MORINI in 1946, and became one of the annual best motorcycle. Rear shock absorber was initially introduced to ensure ridding comfortability. It is one of the top performance 125cc motorcycle with 2 strokes in Europe. Racers won numerous victories and glories with Turismo. Meanwhile, it was perfected and modified for following new models.

1950s

After continuous development and expansion, Moto Morini moved to the factory located in Bergami street, Bologna in 1955.The output was more than twice that of other brands in the same period, occupying a large market share.

1960s

In 1963, Tarquinio Provini rode MOTO MORINI Bialbero 250 with single cylinder in Global GP race. He ran faster than Honda with 2 cylinders, as well as Yamaha and Suzuki models. Even though he was not the champion and only 2 score backward, he made it a historical event in Europe Racing.

1970s

In 1977, MOTO MORINI started producing 500cc models. Franco Lambertini created a new 72° V-twin engine with exceptional technical advance：Heron-type combustion chamber, toothed belt distribution control, 6-speed gearbox, electronic ignition. The engine was divided into different units. It can be of different displacements while most units remained same. All these made the model high performance with low oil consumption, and achieved incredible success.

1980s

In 1980, MOTO MORINI came up with off road model for professional racing- Camel 500.
It was 500cc with six-speed transmission and 2 cylinders, which support it won the gold medal in six-day 4T race.
Considering 350cc models’ structure, Camel started using square tube new frame and disc brake. It was developed to 507cc with 43 HP.
In 1981, Moto Morini launched Kanguro 350 model equipped with 3 ½ engine contributed 31HP max power. It had single rear shock absorber could running on paved and non-paved road.

2000s

In 2008, MOTO MORINI brought up a new model, 9 1/2, with same excellent 87° V-twin Bialbero Corsa Corta engine.
Granpasso 1200 went to the public in the same year. This model was designed to show the beauty and curves of steel and metal. With a larger torque and excellent power support engine, Granpasso ran faster with lower oil consumption while at low RPM.

1920s

FOUNDING OF MOTO MORINI

Alfonso Morini establishes Moto Morini, marking the beginning of a legacy that continues to thrive through innovation and excellence.