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1990Cagiva Elefant 750

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The 1990 Cagiva Elefant 750 is a capable adventure enduro designed for riders seeking rugged off-road capability with genuine on-road comfort. Its air-cooled 748cc Ducati-derived V-twin engine delivers 61 horsepower through a straightforward five-speed transmission, making it equally at home tackling challenging terrain or covering long distances on varied surfaces.

Capacity
748.0 ccm
Engine
V-Twin
Gearbox
5-speed
Dry weight
188.0 kg
Seat height
835 mm
Power
61.0 HP (44.9 kW) @ 8000 RPM
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Other years 1988 1989 1990

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 45Agility 68Comfort 55Off-road 78Touring 58Road manners 50
Off-road & trail78%
Cornering55%
City riding50%
Daily riding55%
Touring60%
Two-up40%
Track25%
Best for
A big-bore desmodromic V-twin enduro built for mixed on- and off-road adventure riding rather than outright speed or track use.
Built for
Rugged, characterful, and mechanically engaging, rewarding riders who enjoy a raw, air-cooled V-twin with genuine off-road pedigree.
Not ideal for
Not a good fit for riders seeking modern sportbike performance, plush touring comfort, or a light, low-maintenance commuter.

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 835mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 1990 Cagiva Elefant 750, with a moderate knee angle of around 90 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
748.0 ccm
Power
61.0 HP (44.9 kW) @ 8000 RPM
Engine type
V-Twin
Power/weight ratio
0.3245 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
88.0 x 61.5 mm
Compression
9.3:1
Cooling system
Air
Valves per cylinder
2
Torque
Not on record - add it
Transmission
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Performance
Top speed
166.0 km/h (103.1 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Seat height
835 mm
Dry weight
188.0 kg
Wet weight
213.0 kg
Fuel capacity
19.00 litres
Ground clearance
Not on record - add it
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes
Single disc
Front tyre
90/90-21
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 198819891990
Capacity 748 cc 748 cc 748 cc
Dry weight 188 kg 188 kg 188 kg
Seat height 835 mm 835 mm 835 mm
Fuel capacity 19 L 19 L 19 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 Cagiva Elefant 750?

The 1990 Cagiva Elefant 750 has a Capacity of 748.0 ccm (45.65 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Cagiva Elefant 750 have?

The 1990 Cagiva Elefant 750 has a Power of 61.0 HP (44.9 kW) @ 8000 RPM.

How many gears does the Cagiva Elefant 750 have?

The 1990 Cagiva Elefant 750 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

How much does the Cagiva Elefant 750 weigh?

The 1990 Cagiva Elefant 750 has a Dry weight of 188.0 kg (414.5 pounds).

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