Moto Morini 501 Camel vs KTM 500 EXC (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Morini 501 Camelstacks up against the KTM 500 EXC. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMoto Morini 501 CamelKTM 500 EXC
Model year19872016
Price
Engine507 cc510 cc
Horsepower43 hp
Weight112 kg
Seat height38 mm
Fuel capacity3.7 L2.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. Brake calipers on floating bearings
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. Brake calipers on floating bearings
Tires3.00-21 / 4.00-18

Moto Morini 501 Camel vs KTM 500 EXC — which should you buy?

Picking between the Moto Morini 501 Camel and the KTM 500 EXC usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Morini 501 Camel brings 43 hp, while the KTM 500 EXC counters with its own power figure at 112 kg.

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: