Moto Morini has brought back one of its beloved historic models, the Kanguro to the EICMA 2025, but in a modern, dual-sport avatar. With its slim profile and definite design nod to the 1980s, the Moto Morini Kanguro 300 intends to offer versatility and accessibility in a dual-sport adventure format – which sounds perfect for beginner ADV riders in our part of the world. With a 300cc single-cylinder engine rated at 33.5 bhp and 27 Nm, it promises to be fun, yet not quite overwhelming.
The Kanguro 300 is built around a frame made of steel, with an aluminium swingarm and rear subframe. It runs on a 21-inch front and 18-inch rear wire-spoke wheel set-up suspended from a 41 mm fork and a shock absorber at the rear with progressive linkage. Wheel travel at both ends is a decent 250 mm, and the ABS is switchable for slightly more adventurous riders who would want to lock up the rear wheel on dirt for more control, and more fun!
The Moto Morini Kanguro 300 will be offered in two versions – a base version with a high-mounted front fender, and a Rally version with a low fender and compact windshield. Kerb weight is pretty low with 145 kg for the base variant, and 153 kg for the Rally variant. Seat height is somewhat tall, at 880 mm. Moto Morini says the Kanguro 300 will be launched in the second half of 2026.
The original Moto Morini Kanguro was released in 1983 with a 350cc engine, followed by a cruiser version three years later in both 350cc and 500cc engine options, called the Excalibur.
The new Moto Morini Kanguro 300 has nailed the dual-sport look to the T, and with its lightweight construction and off-road ready hardware, it looks set to fuel the off-road dreams of many a beginner off-road rider around the world. The question now is – will it come to India? And if it does, will it generate interest in a market where enduro and dual-sport machines seem to be getting increasing attention these days.
