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2016Metisse MK 5 Cafe Racer
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The 2016 Metisse MK 5 Cafe Racer is a lightweight British retro-styled motorcycle ideal for riders seeking classic aesthetics with manageable performance. Known for its nimble handling and compact proportions, this 187kg machine excels in urban environments and twisty roads. Its spoked wheels and vintage cafe racer design appeal to enthusiasts valuing character over raw power.
- Capacity
- 997.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 187.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 97.0 HP (70.8 kW) @ 8000 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for spirited backroad riding and café racer style, blending retro aesthetics with genuinely capable modern-spec suspension and brakes.
- Built for
- A boutique, hand-built British special that rewards mechanical sympathy and rider skill with sharp handling and a visceral riding experience.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders seeking plush comfort, pillion-friendly touring, or any kind of off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 997.0 ccm
- Power
- 97.0 HP (70.8 kW) @ 8000 RPM
- Torque
- 94.9 Nm (9.7 kgf-m) @ 7000 RPM
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5187 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 98.0 x 66.0 mm
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Ignition
- MBE ECU
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1480 mm
- Overall length
- 2120 mm
- Overall width
- 715 mm
- Overall height
- 1100 mm
- Dry weight
- 187.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 15.00 litres
- Seat height
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- 4130 chrome moly steel tube Cradle frame nickel plated
- Front suspension
- 41 mm Ceriani forks with Polished Metisse yokes
- Rear suspension
- Adjustable Ohlins dampers
- Front wheel travel
- 190 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 100 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Bremo
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Bremo
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Front tyre
- 110/80-R19
- Rear tyre
- 150/50-R17
Other
- Color options
- Green, red, custom
- Comments
- Windscreen. British brand.
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 | 2016 | 2018 | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 997 cc | 997 cc | 997 cc | 997 cc | 997 cc |
| Dry weight | 187 kg | 187 kg | 187 kg | 187 kg | 187 kg |
| Fuel capacity | 15 L | 15 L | 15 L | 15 L | 15 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Metisse MK 5 Cafe Racer?
The 2016 Metisse MK 5 Cafe Racer has a Capacity of 997.0 ccm (60.84 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Metisse MK 5 Cafe Racer have?
The 2016 Metisse MK 5 Cafe Racer has a Power of 97.0 HP (70.8 kW) @ 8000 RPM.
How many gears does the Metisse MK 5 Cafe Racer have?
The 2016 Metisse MK 5 Cafe Racer has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Metisse MK 5 Cafe Racer?
The 2016 Metisse MK 5 Cafe Racer has a Torque of 94.9 Nm (9.7 kgf-m or 70.0 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM.
How much does the Metisse MK 5 Cafe Racer weigh?
The 2016 Metisse MK 5 Cafe Racer has a Dry weight of 187.0 kg (412.3 pounds).
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