Cagiva Raptor 650 - 2001 Specifications and Reviews

The 2001 Cagiva Raptor 650 is a lightweight naked bike powered by a 645cc V-twin engine delivering 70 horsepower. Ideal for riders seeking an agile, manageable middleweight, it combines European styling with accessible performance and nimble handling. Known for its affordable entry point to v-twin ownership and fun-to-ride character on both urban streets and twisty roads.

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General information

CategoryNaked bike
Year2001
ModelCagiva Raptor 650
 
 

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Transmission typefinal driveChain
Gearbox6-speed
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel systemCarburettor
Bore x stroke81.0 x 62.6 mm (3.2 x 2.5 inches)
Torque63.00
Power70.00
Stroke4
Engine typeV2
Capacity:645.00 ccm (39.36 cubic inches)

Physical measures and capacities

Wheelbase1,440 mm (56.7 inches)
Seat height775 mm (30.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Dry weight180.0 kg (396.8 pounds)

Cagiva Raptor 650 dimensions and frame

Rear brakes diameter220 mm (8.7 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc
Front brakes diameter298 mm (11.7 inches)
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear tyre dimensions160/60-ZR17
Front tyre dimensions120/70-ZR17
Rear suspension travel130 mm (5.1 inches)
Front suspension travel120 mm (4.7 inches)

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.3889 HP/kg
Top speed200.0 km/h (124.3 mph)

Other specs

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Fuel capacity19.00 litres (5.02 gallons)

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

73.8 hp
Peak Power
3.6s
0-60 mph
124.3 mph
Top Speed

Best For

Track55%
City70%
Cornering82%
Daily Riding65%
Touring38%
Passenger40%

Rider Profile

Best ForThis bike suits riders who have moved beyond beginner status and want a torquey, characterful naked to sharpen their skills on.
PurposeIt's built for spirited backroad riding and city commuting where quick direction changes and strong midrange punch matter more than outright top speed.
Rider FitA moderate seat height and lightweight steel-framed chassis make it manageable for riders of average build, though the firm suspension and sporty stance ask for some fitness on longer rides.
CharacterThe V-twin engine gives it a gruff, torquey personality with immediate throttle response, favoring feel and feedback over sheer refinement.
Not Ideal ForIt's not the right choice for someone wanting a plush, wind-protected long-distance tourer or a machine for off-road exploration.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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2001 Cagiva Raptor 650 Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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Feet:

At 775mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2001 Cagiva Raptor 650, with a relaxed knee angle of around 120 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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