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2017Metisse MK 5 Cafe Racer
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The 2017 Metisse MK 5 Cafe Racer is a hand-built British cafe racer with a big parallel twin and a windscreen. Its air-cooled 997cc parallel twin makes 97 hp at 8,000 rpm and 94.9 Nm through a five-speed gearbox and chain. A 187 kg dry weight and 15-litre tank give it a light, classic sports feel.
- 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 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 997 cc | 997 cc | 997 cc | 997 cc | 997 cc | 997 cc |
| Dry weight | 187 kg | 187 kg | 187 kg | 187 kg | 187 kg | 187 kg |
| Fuel capacity | 15 L | 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 2017 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 2017 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 2017 Metisse MK 5 Cafe Racer has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Metisse MK 5 Cafe Racer?
The 2017 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 2017 Metisse MK 5 Cafe Racer has a Dry weight of 187.0 kg (412.3 pounds).
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