Moto Shifty 900 (1977-82)

The Moto Shifty 900 was produced from 1977 to 1982 and features a four-stroke, transverse four-cylinder engine with 903cc capacity borrowed from the Fiat 127. It uses a Weber 24mm choke induction and has a diaphragm spring dry clutch. The maximum power output is 53 horsepower at 5600 RPM, and the maximum torque is 45.6 lb-ft at 3000 RPM. The transmission has four speeds, and the final drive is a chain. The frame is a tubular double cradle, and the front suspension consists of Marzocci telescopic forks that are two-way damped. The rear suspension is a swinging arm with preload adjustable hydraulic shock absorbers. The front brakes have two discs and two piston calipers, while the rear brakes are a 230mm drum. The tires are 3.50 h 18 in the front and 120 90 18 in the rear. This motorcycle weighs in at 269 kg, and the fuel capacity is 21 liters.


Technical specifications:

Make Model: Moto Shifty 900

Year: 1977 – 82


Engine: Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, (from a Fiat 127)
Capacity: 903 cc
Bore x Stroke: 65 x 68 mm
Cooling System: Liquid cooled
Induction: Weber 24mm choke
Ignition / Starting: Distributor and HT coil / electric
Clutch: Diaphram spring dry clutch
Max Power: 53 hp @ 5600 rpm
Max Torque: 45.6lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
Transmission: 4 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Frame: Tubular double cradle
Front Suspension: Marzocci telescopic forks two way damped
Rear Suspension: Swinging arm with preload adjustable hydraulic shock absorbers
Front Brakes: 2x discs 2 piston calipers

Rear Brakes: 230mm Drum
Front Tyre: 3.50 h 18
Rear Tyre: 120 90 18
Dry Weight: 269 kg
Fuel Capacity: 21 Litres

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