The Nepali motorcycle market has been playing the same song for a while now. A handful of familiar brands, a few popular models, and not much to get genuinely excited about if you're the kind of rider who wants something different. That's exactly the gap Morbidelli has just walked into.
The Italian manufacturer, with a heritage spanning more than a century, has officially launched in Nepal through Vaidya Organization, and it hasn't arrived quietly. Five motorcycles. Four riding categories. A brand new showroom in Naxal. A live service center in Tinkune. And a local assembly setup in Parsa that keeps four out of five models competitively priced from day one.
We're talking about a lineup that goes from a smooth 249cc V-twin cruiser all the way up to a full liter-class adventure flagship. That kind of range doesn't happen by accident, this is a brand that has studied the Nepali market, identified what's missing, and shown up with actual answers.
If you've ever looked at your options at a showroom and thought, "There has to be something more interesting than this", Morbidelli might just be the answer you've been waiting for. Let's get into everything: the full lineup, what each bike actually offers, the real-world specs that matter, and of course, the prices.
Why Morbidelli's Nepal Launch Is Different
Most international motorcycle brands enter Nepal the same way: one or two flagship models, a single distributor, and a lot of waiting around for parts. Morbidelli has taken a structurally different approach.
Four out of five models in the current lineup are being assembled locally at a joint facility in Parsa. That single decision changes the entire cost structure, keeping prices more competitive while also demonstrating long-term commitment to the Nepali market. Only the top-of-the-range T1002VX comes in as a fully imported unit, which is reflected in its premium pricing.
Vaidya Organization, the distributor behind Ather electric scooters in Nepal, is running the operation. That background matters. Managing an EV brand demands real investment in customer experience, service infrastructure, and owner communication. If that same discipline is applied to Morbidelli, buyers should feel it from day one.
Morbidelli Full Lineup Overview
Here's a quick snapshot of every model currently available in Nepal:
Model | Category | Engine | Power | Torque | Price (NPR) |
C252V | Cruiser | 249cc V-twin | 25.48 hp at 9,000 rpm | 25.0 Nm at 5,500 rpm | 9,69,900 |
T352X | Adventure Tourer | 349cc parallel-twin | 41 hp at 10,500 rpm | 31.5 Nm at 8,500 rpm | 9,96,900 |
F352 | Naked / Streetfighter | 349cc parallel-twin | 40.90 hp at 11,000 rpm | 31.5 Nm at 8,500 rpm | 9,96,900 |
T502X | Mid-Capacity ADV | 486cc parallel-twin | 46.94 hp at 8,500 rpm | 45.0 Nm at 6,750 rpm | 13,49,900 |
T1002VX | Flagship ADV | 997cc V-twin | 88.51 hp at 7,750 rpm | 89.0 Nm at 5,250 rpm | 44,99,900 |
Morbidelli C252V

Price in Nepal: NPR 9,69,900
The C252V is Morbidelli's entry point into the Nepali market and the brand's only cruiser in the current lineup. Built around a 249.1cc liquid-cooled V-twin (SOHC, 8-valve) engine producing 25.48 horsepower at 9,000 rpm and 25.0 Nm of torque at 5,500 rpm, it delivers the kind of smooth, unhurried power that cruiser riders actually want, enough pull to feel confident on highways, without the nervous energy of a performance-focused machine.
The riding position is classic: wide T-bar, a low 690mm seat height, and forward-set footpegs that let you settle in rather than perch on top. A belt final drive (instead of the usual chain) reduces vibration and maintenance demands, a thoughtful touch on a bike meant for relaxed, long-haul riding. The double-cradle steel frame keeps handling predictable and confidence-inspiring for riders of all levels.
Key Features:
249.1cc liquid-cooled V-twin engine (SOHC, 8-valve)
25.48 hp at 9,000 rpm 25.0 Nm at 5,500 rpm
Bosch dual-channel ABS
Traction Control System (TCS)
6-speed gearbox with slipper clutch Belt final drive
37mm USD front fork (115mm travel) Dual rear shock (52mm travel)
Front: 320mm disc, 4-piston caliper Rear: 260mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Tyres: CST 130/90-16 (front) / 150/80-16 (rear) on alloy wheels
690mm seat height
200 kg curb weight
15.5L fuel tank
Round LCD display with gear indicator and USB charging
Full LED lighting with DRL
Top speed: 125 km/h
Locally assembled in Parsa
Who should buy it: Riders who want European character, relaxed ergonomics, and a sub-NPR 10 lakh price tag on a twin-cylinder machine.
Morbidelli T352X

Price in Nepal: NPR 9,96,900
The T352X is arguably the most well-rounded motorcycle in the entire lineup. It's an entry-level adventure tourer built around a 349.2cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin (DOHC, 8-valve) engine producing 41 horsepower at 10,500 rpm and 31.5 Nm of torque at 8,500 rpm, figures that place it firmly in capable territory for Nepal's mix of city traffic, highway runs, and mountain roads.
What makes the T352X stand out isn't just the engine. It's the package around it. Long-travel 41mm USD forks with 160mm of front travel handle broken surfaces without drama. A Bosch ABS system includes a specific off-road mode for loose terrain. The 7-inch TFT display offers navigation and smartphone connectivity via Morbidelli Connect, with built-in GPS tracking, anti-theft remote shutdown, and an SOS button. An 18-liter fuel tank gives it a claimed range of up to 400 kilometers, which means Kathmandu to Pokhara and back without a fuel stop in the right conditions.
Key Features:
349.2cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine (DOHC, 8-valve)
41 hp at 10,500 rpm 31.5 Nm at 8,500 rpm
Bosch ABS with Off-road mode
Traction Control System (TCS)
3 riding modes: Standard, Sport, Off-Road
41mm USD front fork (160mm travel) Pro-link rear shock (56mm travel)
Front: 300mm floating disc, 4-piston caliper Rear: 240mm disc, 1-piston caliper
Tyres: Pirelli 110/80-19 (front) / 150/60-17 (rear) on tubeless spoked wheels
7-inch TFT display with navigation and Morbidelli Connect
TPMS included Backlit handlebar switches
820mm seat height
180 kg curb weight
18L fuel tank
400 km claimed range
Top speed: 140 km/h
Locally assembled in Parsa
Who should buy it: Riders looking for a capable, feature-rich adventure tourer under NPR 10 lakh who don't want to compromise on electronics or range.
Morbidelli F352

Price in Nepal: NPR 9,96,900
The F352 shares its 349.2cc parallel-twin engine with the T352X but exists in an entirely different headspace. Where the T352X is built for distance and terrain, the F352 is built for the city, and for riders who want their daily commute to feel like something worth suiting up for.
The engine outputs 40.90 hp at 11,000 rpm and 31.5 Nm of torque at 8,500 rpm, channelled through a 6-speed slipper clutch gearbox. The chassis is tuned specifically for the street: 41mm USD forks with 120mm travel for sharp, controlled response, and a Pro-link rear monoshock with 56mm travel. At just 175 kg kerb weight with a low 790mm seat height, it's among the most approachable bikes in the segment.
Three rider modes give you precise control over the electronics: Standard (full ABS front and rear), Sport (ABS active, TCS off), and Expert (front ABS only, TCS off). The 5-inch TFT display with Morbidelli Connect handles navigation, GPS tracking, anti-theft shutdown, and the SOS button. Fuel consumption is a claimed 4.1 L/100 km from its 15-liter tank.
Key Features:
349.2cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine (DOHC, 8-valve)
40.90 hp at 11,000 rpm 31.5 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
Bosch ABS (3 modes)
Traction Control System (TCS)
3 riding modes: Standard, Sport, Expert
41mm USD front fork (120mm travel) Pro-link rear shock (56mm travel)
Front: 300mm floating disc, 4-piston caliper Rear: 240mm floating disc, 1-piston caliper
Tyres: Maxxis 110/70-17 (front) / 150/60-17 (rear) on alloy wheels
5-inch TFT display with navigation and Morbidelli Connect (4G)
790mm seat height
175 kg curb weight
15L fuel tank
Top speed: 155 km/h
Fuel consumption: 4.1 L/100 km
Locally assembled in Parsa
Who should buy it: Urban riders and enthusiasts who want a sporty, characterful twin-cylinder naked bike at an accessible price.
Morbidelli T502X

Price in Nepal: NPR 13,49,900
The T502X sits between the entry-level adventure duo and the flagship in both price and purpose. It's Morbidelli's mid-capacity ADV, powered by a 486cc liquid-cooled inline parallel-twin (DOHC, 8-valve) engine fed by a Marelli fuel injection system, producing 46.94 hp at 8,500 rpm and 45.0 Nm of torque at 6,750 rpm. Those are a meaningful step up from the 349cc bikes , enough to make a genuine difference on longer climbs and highway stretches.
The long-travel suspension, 43mm USD forks with 180mm of front travel and a multi-link rear shock with 69mm travel, gives it the ground clearance (210mm) and composure for varied terrain. J.Juan hardware handles the braking at both ends. The 7-inch vertical rally-inspired TFT display runs the full Morbidelli Connect suite. Standard kit includes a skid plate, central stand, hand guards, and crash bars. The 18-liter Pirelli-shod package weighs in at 210 kg with an 830mm seat height.
Key Features:
486cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine (DOHC, 8-valve, Marelli EFI)
46.94 hp @ 8,500 rpm 45.0 Nm @ 6,750 rpm
Bosch ABS with switchable rear-only off function
2 riding modes: Standard and Off-Road
43mm USD front fork (180mm travel) Multi-link rear shock (69mm travel)
Front: 300mm dual floating discs, 2-piston J.Juan calipers Rear: 240mm disc, 1-piston J.Juan
Tyres: Pirelli 110/80-19 (front) / 150/70-17 (rear) on tubeless spoked wheels
7-inch vertical TFT display with navigation and Morbidelli Connect (4G)
TPMS included Backlit handlebar switches
USB + USB-C charging
830mm seat height
210 kg curb weight
18L fuel tank
210mm ground clearance
Top speed: 160 km/h
Fuel consumption: 4.1 L/100 km
Standard: skid plate, central stand, hand guards, crash bars
Locally assembled in Parsa
Who should buy it: Experienced riders looking for a step up from entry-level ADVs who want real touring capability without flagship-level investment.
Morbidelli T1002VX

Price in Nepal: NPR 44,99,900
The T1002VX is in a different category from everything else in the lineup, not just in price, but in intent. This is a full liter-class adventure tourer, and it's built without apology for riders who take long-distance travel seriously.
The 997cc 80-degree V-twin (SOHC, 8-valve) engine produces 88.51 horsepower at 7,750 rpm and 89.0 Nm of torque at 5,250 rpm. Ride-by-wire electronic throttle control ensures smooth, precise power delivery across all four riding modes, Standard, Sport, Rainy Days, and Off-Road. Fully adjustable KYB suspension at both ends (43mm forks with 183.8mm of front travel; multi-link rear with 77.4mm travel) can be dialled precisely for rider weight, luggage, and road surface.
Braking comes from dual 320mm floating front discs with J.Juan 4-piston radial calipers and a 260mm rear disc with a single J.Juan piston, all managed by Bosch ABS Pro with cornering function. Long-haul comfort is addressed with a heated seat, heated grips, and cruise control as standard. The 20-liter tank covers serious distances, and the top speed is rated at 198 km/h.
Key Features:
997cc 80-degree V-twin engine (SOHC, 8-valve, liquid-cooled)
88.51 hp at 7,750 rpm 89.0 Nm at 5,250 rpm
Electronic throttle control (ride-by-wire)
Fully adjustable KYB suspension front and rear
Front: 183.8mm travel Rear: 77.4mm travel
Front: Dual 320mm floating discs, 4-piston J.Juan radial calipers
Rear: 260mm disc, 1-piston J.Juan
Bosch ABS Pro with cornering function Switchable off function
Traction Control System (TCS)
4 riding modes: Standard, Sport, Rainy Days, Off-Road
7-inch TFT display with navigation and Morbidelli Connect
TPMS Heated seat and grips (standard) Cruise control (standard)
Adjustable windscreen Backlit handlebar switches
Tyres: 120/70-19 (front) / 170/60-17 (rear) on spoked wheels
820mm seat height
265 kg curb weight
20L fuel tank
Top speed: 198 km/h
Fuel consumption: 4.8 L/100 km
Fully imported unit
Who should buy it: Serious touring riders and enthusiasts who want a liter-class European adventure motorcycle with top-shelf electronics and long-distance credentials.
Full Specification Comparison Table
Specification | C252V | T352X | F352 | T502X | T1002VX |
Engine | 249.1cc V-twin | 349.2cc parallel-twin | 349.2cc parallel-twin | 486cc parallel-twin | 997cc V-twin (80°) |
Engine Config | SOHC, 8-valve | DOHC, 8-valve | DOHC, 8-valve | DOHC, 8-valve | SOHC, 8-valve |
Cooling | Liquid-cooled | Liquid-cooled | Liquid-cooled | Liquid-cooled | Liquid-cooled |
Power | 25.48 hp at 9,000 rpm | 41 hp at 10,500 rpm | 40.90 hp at 11,000 rpm | 46.94 hp at 8,500 rpm | 88.51 hp at 7,750 rpm |
Torque | 25.0 Nm at 5,500 rpm | 31.5 Nm at 8,500 rpm | 31.5 Nm at 8,500 rpm | 45.0 Nm at 6,750 rpm | 89.0 Nm at 5,250 rpm |
Gearbox | 6-speed | 6-speed | 6-speed | 6-speed | 6-speed |
Clutch | Slipper clutch | Slipper clutch | Slipper clutch | Slipper clutch | Slipper clutch |
Throttle | Cable (dual) | Cable (dual) | Cable (dual) | Cable (dual) | Ride-by-wire |
Final Drive | Belt | Chain | Chain | Chain | Chain |
ABS | Bosch dual-channel | Bosch + Off-road mode | Bosch (3 modes) | Bosch (rear-off switch) | Bosch ABS Pro (cornering) |
Display | Round LCD | 7-inch TFT | 5-inch TFT | 7-inch vertical TFT | 7-inch TFT |
Front Suspension | 37mm USD · 115mm travel | 41mm USD · 160mm travel | 41mm USD · 120mm travel | 43mm USD · 180mm travel | 43mm KYB USD · 183.8mm travel |
Rear Suspension | Dual shock · 52mm travel | Pro-link · 56mm travel | Pro-link · 56mm travel | Multi-link · 69mm travel | KYB multi-link · 77.4mm travel |
Front Brake | 320mm disc, 4-piston | 300mm floating, 4-piston | 300mm floating, 4-piston | 300mm dual floating, 2-piston J.Juan | 320mm dual floating, 4-piston J.Juan |
Rear Brake | 260mm disc, 2-piston | 240mm disc, 1-piston | 240mm floating, 1-piston | 240mm disc, 1-piston J.Juan | 260mm disc, 1-piston J.Juan |
Front Tyre | 130/90-16, CST | 110/80-19, Pirelli | 110/70-17, Maxxis | 110/80-19, Pirelli | 120/70-19 |
Rear Tyre | 150/80-16, CST | 150/60-17, Pirelli | 150/60-17, Maxxis | 150/70-17, Pirelli | 170/60-17 |
Wheels | Alloy (CNC) | Spoked tubeless | Alloy | Spoked tubeless | Spoked |
Fuel Tank | 15.5L | 18L | 15L | 18L | 20L |
Seat Height | 690 mm | 820 mm | 790 mm | 830 mm | 820 mm |
Kerb Weight | 200 kg | 180 kg | 175 kg | 210 kg | 265 kg |
Ground Clearance | 173 mm | 180 mm | 160 mm | 210 mm | 190 mm |
Top Speed | 125 km/h | 140 km/h | 155 km/h | 160 km/h | 198 km/h |
Price (NPR) | 9,69,900 | 9,96,900 | 9,96,900 | 13,49,900 | 44,99,900 |
Morbidelli Showroom & Service in Nepal
Showroom: Naxal, Kathmandu Service Center: Tinkune, Kathmandu Expansion Planned: Uttardhoka
Vaidya Organization has set up both a dedicated showroom and an active service operation from day one , which is more than many new brands manage at launch. The Naxal showroom is the primary destination for walk-ins, test rides, and purchases. Service at Tinkune is already operational, and Uttardhoka is the next planned location as the network expands.
Morbidelli vs Competitors in Nepal
Morbidelli enters a segment already occupied by KTM and CFMOTO, two brands that have worked hard to build trust with Nepali riders over several years. KTM owns significant mindshare in the performance and adventure categories. CFMOTO has made a strong case for value-oriented buyers who still want specification depth.
Morbidelli's answer isn't to out-spec either of them on a single model. It offers a broader ecosystem, multiple categories, consistent electronics packages, and a European identity that positions the brand as a lifestyle choice rather than simply a performance option. Whether that story resonates will depend as much on service quality and parts availability as it does on horsepower numbers.
Conclusion
Morbidelli's Nepal launch is one of the more ambitious motorcycle market entries in recent memory. Five models. Four categories. Local assembly from day one. A showroom is already open and a service center is already running. This is not a brand hedging its bets, it's one committing to a market and backing that commitment with infrastructure.
The motorcycles themselves are genuinely appealing. The T352X offers adventure-touring specification at a price point that would be hard to beat. The C252V brings V-twin cruiser character to a segment that rarely gets European attention in Nepal. And the T1002VX gives serious touring riders a liter-class option that doesn't require importing privately.
The questions that remain are the same ones every new brand faces here: Will the service network grow fast enough? Will parts be available when needed? Will the ownership experience match the showroom promise?
Those answers will arrive gradually, kilometer by kilometer. For now, Morbidelli has done the hard part, it's shown up, and it's shown up properly.