Italy’s Moto Morini motorcycle company has agreed to stay open until the end of September in a last-ditch attempt to finalise any expressions of interest in its purchase before it finally closes its doors. The move also gives the company the chance to sell-off the last remaining bikes at bargain prices.

Prices of some Morini models are well down on the official sales list, with the Granpasso, for example, selling at just 6,600 euros. All you have to do is fill out a form and fax it directly to the company and then you’re in touch with them for the rest of the process including payment and registration.

It’s a golden but sad opportunity to get yourself what are wonderful motorcycles. If nothing happens between now and the end of September, and after the failed bid from Nuova Garelli we don’t hold out much hope, we’ll be saying goodbye to these historic Italian twin cylinders. For more details, see the Moto Morini site.

Update: Check out MCN for the inventory order form and more details on the bikes going cheap.

Source | Motoblog.it

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Here’s a gallery of the first pics of the Moto Morini Granpasso 1200 SM version, as we wait for all the official EICMA presentations to kick off today. The twin cylinder is very much a road enduro model, designed for hard road use, with a couple of aesthetic tweaks, including an attractive twin exhaust pipe.

The new Moto Morini Granpasso SM builds on the standard version and confirms the Morini Motard version spied back in August. While we wait for more details coming from the EICMA show, check out the Granpasso 1200 SM gallery below.

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After the new MV Agusta Brutale 1090RR video by Tor Sagen, here’s another onboard video, this time of the Moto Morini Granpasso 1200. We’ll have more from the man again: stay tuned for a Ducati Hypermotard 796 onboard video! This video also includes a look at the Moto Morini Corsaro 1200 Veloce model.

Moto Morini Granpasso 1200 2010

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Here’s a look at the new 2010 Moto Morini Granpasso 1200, which gets a few updates to make it one of the real road-enduro bikes on the market. The off-road characteristics of this new Granpasso are even more marked, accentuating its all-terrain style.

The bike can now take a heavier load, and Excel tubeless wheels and tyres with an even greater tread make the Granpasso more off than road. The handle bars can be adjusted to match the individual rider’s style and the heavy duty off-road pedals show what this bike is made of.

Technically speaking, the only difference to the previous model is the new injection system which has repositioned the oxygen sensor, now housed in the front cylinder collector. The heat shield panel has also been modified for better insulation and to isolate more effectively the Ohlins shock absorber. For more details, see the technical specs after the jump.

Moto Morini Granpasso 1200 2010

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After having looked at Moto Morini’s Scrambler model, the latest offering from the company at the Eicma show in Milan is the granpasso, which has been revealed in a new version - the Granpasso H83.

The model will be available from March, 2009, and as the name suggests, this is a lowered version of the Endurona, with a seat height of 83cm (compared to the standard 87). Other features include a dedicated single shock absorber, rear wheels at 5.50 x 17” and tyres at 180/55.

Three colour versions will be available in white/black with red chassis, titanium/black with black chassis, red/black with black chassis. Pricing should be similar to the standard version at 12,790 euros.

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The guys over at Motociclismo have done a preview test of the new Moto Morini Granpasso 1200. On the site of the Italian monthly you can find full test details of this maxienduro.

The new bike from the Morini Company has aggressive lines characterised by a new front and frame. The tank (at 25 litres) is designed to allow for a more forward riding position. Comfort is enhanced by adequate aerodynamic protection. The longer seat prevents forward sliding and double handles allow for great passenger comfort.

The Granpasso 1200 is equipped with a twin cylinder Bialbero CorsaCorta engine at 1187 cc. It’s compact with a V layout at 87 degrees for the cyclinders and an innovative carter integrated solution. The engine has been designed by Franco Lambertini and is aimed at improving performance at lower revs and reducing consumption.

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