APRILIA Pegaso 650 (2001-2002) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Aprilia Pegaso was a line of motorcycles introduced by Aprilia in 1989 and produced until 2011 as a replacement for the Aprilia Tuareg. It was the first alternative to the classic desert-road enduro motorcycles with characteristics more suited for road use.

The first Pegaso model presented to the public was the Aprilia Pegaso 125. It was introduced in 1989, and later on, the maker released the 50cc version in 1992, the 600cc model in 1990, and the 650cc model in 1992.

In 2001, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Aprilia Pegaso 650, a half-faired motorcycle that debuted in 1992 as the first motorcycle fitted with a double-spar aluminum frame. In addition, the 2001 model was equipped with an Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) system.

In the visual department, the bike was similar to previous models, packing standard features, such as wire-spoke wheels, an under-seat-mounted exhaust system, a half fairing with a windscreen, a one-piece dual seat with passenger grab handles, an engine plate, a luggage rack, and a side stand.

As for power, the 2001 Aprilia Pegaso 650 had installed a 652cc four-stroke liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine underneath its fuel tank, boasting 49 hp with maximum strength at 7,000 rpm and 60 Nm (44 lb-ft) torque at 6,500 rpm.

A five-speed manual transmission handled the bike's power, sending it to the rear wheel through a final chain drive, pushing the motorcycle to a top speed of 179 kph (111 mph).