Four stroke, 90° “L” twin cylinder, SOHC, desmodromic 2 valve
per cylinder
Capacity
904 cc / 55.1 cu-in
Bore x Stroke
92 x 68 mm
Cooling System
Air cooled
Compression Ratio
9.2:1
Induction
2mm Weber L.A.W fuel injection
Ignition
Marelli
electronic inductive discharge
Starting
Electric
Max Power
68 hp / 49.6 kW @ 8000 rpm
Max Power Rear Tyre
63.0 hp
@ 7900 rpm
Max Torque
78 Nm / 57.5 lb-ft @ 5250 rpm
Clutch
Dry Multi-disc
Transmission
6 Speed
Final Drive
Chain
Frame
Double steel tubular cradle
Front Suspension
45mm
Marzocchi clamped stanchion telescopic forks non
adjustable
Rear Suspension
Öhlins
Rising rate box, monoshock adjustable for
preload
Front Brakes
Single 296mm disc
Rear Brakes
Single 240mm disc 4 piston caliper
Front Tyre
100/90-19
Rear Tyre
140/80-17
Dimensions
Length 2295 mm / 90.3 in
Width 860 mm / 33.8 in
Height 970 mm / 38.1 in
Wheelbase
1570 mm / 61.8 in
Seat Height
900 mm / 35.4 in
Ground Clearance
260 mm / 10.2 in
Dry Weight
189 kg / 416.6 lbs
Wet Weight
208 kg / 458.5 lbs
Fuel Capacity
24 Litres
/ 6.3 US gal
Consumption Average
17.5 km/lit
Braking 60 - 0 / 100 - 0
14.0 m / 40.6 m
Standing
¼ Mile
12.8 sec / 160.9 km/h
Top Speed
190.2 km/h
Elefant History
The Elephant 900 is a completely new project compared to the previous Elephant
750. It was produced in two distinct series, the first from 1990 to 1992 ,
the second from 1993 to 1996. In 1990, the
Elephant 900 IE series with a Lucky Explorer livery was
born: it has a 904 cm³ engine derived from the Ducati 900SS with a 5-speed
gearbox and electronic injection Weber-Marelli: the bike is equipped with
the best components available in the market at that time, such as the Ohlins mono shock absorber and the
Nissin brakes.It
came with a silver keychain with a progressive number and signed by Edi Orioli.
It is now rare and sought after by collectors for its exclusivity.
In 1992, a GT
version was launched, which was slightly adapted for touring. It differs from the Lucky Explorer
with it's
gray metallic livery and a 45mm Marzocchi Magnum forks, instead of previous
42.7mm Marzocchi forks.
In 1993 the Elefant 900 project was substantially revised and 900 AC
carburettors was introduced.
Compared to the injection versions, the new Elefant AC features a number of
substantial modifications: the engine is a new 904 with "thrust" clutch and
a six-speed gearbox.
The
Ohlins shock absorber was replaced with a cheaper Boge hydraulic spring
preload type, and the 45 mm Marzocchi Magnum fork gives way to s 45 mm Showa
USD.
The braking system is also modified: the 296 mm front
single disc drive of the IE gives way to the 282 mm double disc of the AC.
Brembo floating calipers replaced the expensive Nissins. A retrofit catalytic converter is
inserted into the exhaust.
This Elephant, with minimal modifications over the years, will be produced
until 1996 when it will give way to the Cagiva Gran Canyon.
Any corrections or more information on these motorcycles will be kindly appreciated.