Moto Morini 500 Sei-V vs Honda CX 500 Deluxe (1984)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Morini 500 Sei-Vstacks up against the Honda CX 500 Deluxe. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMoto Morini 500 Sei-VHonda CX 500 Deluxe
Model year19841979
Price
Engine478 cc496 cc
Horsepower42 hp50 hp
Weight205 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity4.2 L4.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesDual discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires3.25-18 / 4.00-18 100/90-19 / 130/90-16

Moto Morini 500 Sei-V vs Honda CX 500 Deluxe — which should you buy?

Picking between the Moto Morini 500 Sei-V and the Honda CX 500 Deluxe usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Morini 500 Sei-V brings 42 hp, while the Honda CX 500 Deluxe counters with 50 hp at 205 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: