The Regal Raptor 1000 has just been launched in China, in the form of an attractive cruiser with a clear sporty touch, and in which the front stands out with a rather radical dual headlight. By the way, Regal It is the brand belonging to the Asian giant Lifenga group recognized in Asia for its unique designs and dedicated, until now, to mechanics that never exceeded 500 cc. But as we can see, they have doubled their expectations with the aim of gaining a target of clients that continues to grow locally.
The new one Regal Raptor 1000first introduced in September 2024, is a sporty cruiser with an efficient water-cooled V2 engine of around 1,000 cc, CVT automatic transmission and a 38-litre tank.
The bike also features wide tires, measuring 140 mm at the front and 220 mm at the rear, which maximizes its dynamic and emotional appearance. All the details and price are not yet known, but it is expected to go on sale this year, at least in China.
Regal Raptor 1000 Facts
As we have been able to learn, and although the name of the model was not initially confirmed, it has been provisionally named as such officially. Its presentation is expected at the Chongqing Motorcycle Expowhich will take place from September 13th.
The water-cooled V2 engine of the Regal Raptor 1000 It seems to have originated from the Chinese manufacturer Gaokinwhose specifications fit. Around 1,000 cc, 75 HP (55 kW) at 6,500 rpm and 85 Nm of torque at 5,500 rpm.
In the images of the Regal Raptor 1000 We can see a single-sided swingarm with a directly connected shock absorber and, as we mentioned at the beginning, an integrated cardan shaft system. Of course, there is no gear lever and the left lever that can be seen could act as the rear brake, as on scooters with automatic transmission.
The front end design is sporty, with a fairing that includes dual LED headlights, an inverted telescopic fork and dual disc brakes with radially mounted four-piston calipers. It is rumored that Bosch supplies the ABS and fuel injection system, as it has done for Gaokin previously.
In addition, the two silencers are positioned on either side in front of the rear wheel, and the single-sided swingarm reveals the aluminium alloy wheels with a black spoke design and a chrome centre.
This impressive model also comes equipped with wide tyres, as we already mentioned. Specifically, 220/55-17 at the rear and 140/80-17 on the front axle. Its total length reaches 2.43 metres, standing out above all for its enormous 38-litre tank, which gives it an estimated range of 700 km.
No further technical details or weight have yet been revealed. Regal Raptor 1000. The initial photos show a large screen on the instrument panel, along with protection bars at the front and a support for suitcases at the rear. Key features on a motorcycle designed to travel comfortably and, above all, efficiently.
We don’t know if this cruiser will come to Europe, it’s likely not, as with so many bikes from the same origin.
