Honda V30 Magna vs Moto Morini 501 Excalibur (1991)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda V30 Magnastacks up against the Moto Morini 501 Excalibur. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda V30 MagnaMoto Morini 501 Excalibur
Model year19841991
Price
Engine498 cc507 cc
Horsepower64 hp41 hp
Torque43 Nm
Weight180 kg
Seat height30 mm
Fuel capacity3.7 L4.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. 2-piston calipersSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires100/90-18 / 130/90-16

Honda V30 Magna vs Moto Morini 501 Excalibur — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda V30 Magna and the Moto Morini 501 Excalibur usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda V30 Magna brings 64 hp in a 180 kg package, while the Moto Morini 501 Excalibur counters with 41 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: