Morbidelli C652V: The New V-Twin Power Cruiser at €6,990

The Morbidelli C652V arrives in Italy: a 650cc, 55.7 hp cruiser with belt drive and Italian design. Shocking price at €6,990. Discover it in our preview.

Morbidelli C652V: The Power Cruiser Redefining Value for Money

The mid-size cruiser market has a new protagonist that promises to get people talking. Morbidelli, a brand that has always evoked historical charm and refined engineering, enters the fray with the new C652V, a power cruiser arriving in Italy this July with a calling card that is hard to ignore: €6,990 (ex-showroom price).

V-Twin Heart and Technical Substance

The C652V is not just another "dressed-up" entry-level bike. Beneath the 18.5-liter tank beats an all-new 650cc V-twin (liquid-cooled, 8-valve) capable of producing 55.7 hp and 62 Nm of torque at 6,000 rpm. It is a powertrain designed for those who appreciate low-end grunt—perfect for urban commuting but ready to tackle extra-urban miles in total relaxation.

The real technical gem, however, is the belt final drive. A rarity at this price point, it promises a silent, clean ride and significantly reduced maintenance requirements.

Chassis: The Frame You Didn’t See Coming

Morbidelli has utilized an innovative manufacturing process for the aluminum double-cradle frame: zero welds. This choice is not just aesthetic—though the purity of the lines is undeniable—it ensures superior structural integrity, optimizing dynamic handling in combination with the 43mm inverted fork.

With a seat height of just 710mm and a "muscular" look defined by the massive 200/55R16 rear tire, the C652V presents itself as a low, long, and undeniably mean cruiser.

Electronics and Style

Despite the aggressive pricing, the equipment level is anything but spartan:

    Safety: Dual 300mm front discs with dual-channel ABS and traction control.

    Versatility: Two Riding Modes (Standard and Sport) and a removable passenger seat, allowing you to transform the bike from a two-seater cruiser to a stripped-back bobber look in moments.

The CrazyWheels Verdict

    "The Morbidelli C652V arrives at a time when the average motorcyclist is looking for substance, character, and affordable running costs. At €6,990, the C652V enters the 'accessible' cruiser segment while raising the bar for finish and technical engineering. The Italian design is evident, and its road presence belongs to a higher category. If you are looking for a bike that won't go unnoticed at the traffic lights and won't empty your bank account, this is likely the most interesting surprise of 2026. Stay tuned to CrazyWheels.it, as we will soon be putting it to the test to see if all this technical beauty translates into pure riding pleasure."