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In this full review, I take the brand-new 2026 Moto Morini X-Cape 700 on-road, off-road, and everything in between to see if it's truly the best value mid-size adventure motorcycle under $9,000. With premium components like Marzocchi forks, KYB rear shock, Brembo brakes, Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tires, Bosch ABS/EFI, and a built-in dashcam, plus a punchy 693cc parallel-twin engine (70 hp, 50.2 ft-lb torque) based on proven Kawasaki architecture but built by CFMoto—this Italian-designed ADV packs serious bang for the buck at just $8,299 MSRP. Key highlights: 693cc liquid-cooled DOHC parallel-twin: 70 hp @ 8,500 rpm / 50.2 ft-lb @ 6,500 rpm Fuel tank: 4.8 gallons (real-world ~200+ mile range, est. 45-55 mpg mixed) Adjustable Marzocchi 50mm USD forks + KYB monoshock Brembo dual 298mm front discs + switchable Bosch ABS 7" TFT display, traction control, slipper clutch, adjustable windscreen Dry weight ~480 lbs / curb ~514 lbs | Seat height 33.2" | Ground clearance 7.5" Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tires on tubeless spoked wheels (19" front / 17" rear) How does it stack up against the Yamaha Tenere 700, Honda Transalp 750, Suzuki V-Strom 650/800, or CFMoto Ibex? Is the extra power, features, and killer price worth it over the competition? Watch to find out my honest thoughts on ride feel, handling, comfort, off-road capability, and if this underrated gem is too good to be true. If you're shopping for a budget-friendly middleweight adventure bike in 2026, hit play and let me know in the comments: Would you ride this over the big names? 👍 Like if you're into ADV bikes | Subscribe for more motorcycle reviews & tests | Drop a comment—what's your dream mid-size ADV? #MotoMorini #XCape700 #AdventureBike #MotorcycleReview #BestBudgetADV #2026MotoMorini #MidSizeAdventure #Tenere700 #Transalp #ADV #AdventureMotorcycle #Brembo #Marzocchi #Pirelli My Gear Helmet - https://imp.i104546.net/aOeN9R use code JAKE10 for 10% off Jacket - https://imp.i104546.net/Xxjxg4 Gloves - https://imp.i104546.net/DKyz7j use code JAKE10 for 10% off Pants - https://imp.i104546.net/Wy0Q1X use code JAKE10 for 10% off Boots - https://imp.i104546.net/rngqkd Patreon https://www.patreon.com/TheGardenSnake Merchandise https://www.jakethegardensnake.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TheGardenSnake YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@TheGardenSnake Twitter https://twitter.com/#!/thegardensnake Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jake_thegardensnake/