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2018Confederate Wraith

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The 2018 Confederate Wraith is a radical American roadster with a carbon-fibre girder fork and exposed frame. Its air-cooled 1,966.6cc V-twin makes 125 hp and 176.3 Nm through a six-speed gearbox and belt drive. At just 176.9 kg dry, it is a rare, sculptural boutique machine.

Capacity: 1966.6 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 176.9 kg
Seat height: 775 mm
Power: 125.0 HP (91.9 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering70%

City riding50%

Daily riding45%

Touring35%

Two-up25%

Track55%

Best for: Built as a boutique power-cruiser-naked hybrid, it exists to deliver dramatic styling, engineering artistry, and visceral V-twin thrust rather than practical utility.
Built for: It's a raw, sculptural, mechanically theatrical machine that rewards smooth throttle control with explosive torque and a distinctive exhaust note.
Not ideal for: This is not the bike for new riders, budget-conscious buyers, long-distance tourers, or anyone needing wind protection, passenger comfort, or storage space.

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

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Units

At 775mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2018 Confederate Wraith, with a relaxed knee angle of around 120 degrees and a forward-leaning 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: 1966.6 ccm
Power: 125.0 HP (91.9 kW)
Torque: 176.3 Nm (18.0 kgf-m)
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.7066 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 104.8 x 114.3 mm
Cooling system: Air
Starting: Electric

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Belt

Dimensions & weight

Seat height: 775 mm
Dry weight: 176.9 kg

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Confederate design triple load path carbon fiber monocoque. Aircraft grade CNC billet bulkhead, fuselage. Oil in frame.
Front suspension: Penske coil over shock, fully adjustable
Rear suspension: Penske coil over shock with cooling reservoir; multi adjustable
Rake (fork angle): 27.0°

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