Whenever you think about or discuss engine torque and horsepower, remember that torque has different meanings to different people.
If a rider says his or her engine is “torquey” the meaning is a subjective one, signifying that useful acceleration is available across a wide range of engine rpm. In this context, the opposite of torquey is peaky, meaning that the engine delivers most of its action up close to peak rpm, often requiring the rider to tap down a gear or two to get the bike to