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 |