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2001Aprilia Pegaso 650

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The 2001 Aprilia Pegaso 650 is an adventure bike for riders who want long-distance comfort with light off-road ability. Its 652cc liquid-cooled single makes 50 hp and 54 Nm, with an 810 mm seat, a 201 kg wet weight and a 22-litre tank.

Capacity
652.0 ccm
Engine
Single, four-stroke
Gearbox
5-speed
Dry weight
160.0 kg
Seat height
810 mm
Power
50.0 HP (36.8 kW)
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What’s new for the 2001 Aprilia Pegaso 650

vs the 2000
Spec20002001
Dry weight 180.0 kg (396.8 pounds) 160.0 kg (352.7 pounds)
Seat height 870 mm (34.3 inches) 810 mm (31.9 inches)
Other years 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 31Agility 67Comfort 50Off-road 40Touring 40Road manners 68
Off-road & trail40%
Cornering72%
City riding75%
Daily riding65%
Touring38%
Two-up35%
Track35%
Best for
Built for long road journeys with the ability to handle gravel and light trails along the way.
Built for
An adventure bike from Aprilia with a 652cc engine; its character is versatile and engaging, with 50 hp on tap.
Not ideal for
Not for riders who want a low, light city bike or serious competition off-road riding.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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At 810mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2001 Aprilia Pegaso 650, with a cramped knee angle of around 85 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
652.0 ccm
Power
50.0 HP (36.8 kW)
Torque
54.0 Nm (5.5 kgf-m)
Engine type
Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.3125 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
100.0 x 83.0 mm
Compression
9.1:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Electric
Ignition
CDI Nippon Denso
Valves per cylinder
5
Lubrication system
Dry Sump
Transmission
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Clutch
Multidisc In Oil Bath
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1480 mm
Overall length
2180 mm
Overall width
880 mm
Overall height
1433 mm
Seat height
810 mm
Dry weight
160.0 kg
Wet weight
201.0 kg
Fuel capacity
22.00 litres
Ground clearance
250 mm
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Composite Structure Of Steel And Alloy
Front suspension
Hydraulic Upside Down
Rear suspension
Hydraulic Mono Shock
Front wheel travel
180 mm
Rear wheel travel
165 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Front brakes diameter
300 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes diameter
220 mm
Front tyre
100/90-19
Rear tyre
130/80-17

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted
Specification 199219972001200220072012
Capacity 652 cc 652 cc 652 cc 652 cc 660 cc 660 cc
Dry weight 157 kg 161 kg 160 kg 161 kg — —
Seat height 845 mm 845 mm 810 mm 845 mm 780 mm 780 mm
Fuel capacity 14 L — 22 L 22 L 19.5 L 16 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Aprilia Pegaso 650?

The 2001 Aprilia Pegaso 650 has a Capacity of 652.0 ccm (39.79 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Aprilia Pegaso 650 have?

The 2001 Aprilia Pegaso 650 has a Power of 50.0 HP (36.8 kW).

How many gears does the Aprilia Pegaso 650 have?

The 2001 Aprilia Pegaso 650 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

What is the torque of the Aprilia Pegaso 650?

The 2001 Aprilia Pegaso 650 has a Torque of 54.0 Nm (5.5 kgf-m or 39.8 ft.lbs).

How much does the Aprilia Pegaso 650 weigh?

The 2001 Aprilia Pegaso 650 has a Dry weight of 160.0 kg (352.7 pounds).

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