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Metisse MK 5 Cafe Racer - 2016 Specifications and Reviews
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.
General information | |
| Category | Classic |
| Year | 2016 |
| Model | Metisse MK 5 Cafe Racer |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Exhaust system | Twin stainless steel Up-swept pipes |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Ignition | MBE ECU |
| Fuel system | Injection. Twin 42mm throttle bodies and injectors with high pressure fuel pump |
| Bore x Stroke | 98.0 x 66.0 mm (3.9 x 2.6 inches) |
| Torque | 94.92 Nm (9.7 kgf-m or 70.0 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM |
| Power | 97.00 HP (70.8 kW) @ 8000 RPM |
| Engine type | Twin, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 997.00 ccm (60.84 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Alpina spoked rims with AVON Distanza tyres |
| Rear brakes diameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Bremo |
| Front brakes diameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Bremo |
| Rear tyre | 150/50-R17 |
| Front tyre | 110/80-R19 |
| Rear wheel travel | 100 mm (3.9 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Adjustable Ohlins dampers |
| Front wheel travel | 190 mm (7.5 inches) |
| Front Suspension | 41 mm Ceriani forks with Polished Metisse yokes |
| Frame type | 4130 chrome moly steel tube Cradle frame nickel plated |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 15.00 litres (3.96 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,480 mm (58.3 inches) |
| Overall width | 715 mm (28.1 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,120 mm (83.5 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,100 mm (43.3 inches) |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.5187 HP/kg |
| Dry weight | 187.0 kg (412.3 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Comments | Windscreen. British brand. |
| Color options | Green, red, custom |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
97 hp
Peak Power
3.9s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track60%
City55%
Cornering80%
Daily Riding50%
Touring45%
Passenger30%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Best suited to experienced riders who appreciate a raw, analog machine with a strong power-to-weight ratio and minimal electronic intervention. |
| Purpose | Built for spirited backroad riding and café racer style, blending retro aesthetics with genuinely capable modern-spec suspension and brakes. |
| Rider Fit | The low, forward-leaning riding position and firm suspension demand decent fitness and wrist/back tolerance, especially on longer rides. |
| Character | 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. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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