The Vespa LXS in Action.
Piaggio USA just had their dealer meeting and here are some highlights:
The LXS is finally on its way. It will have an MSRP of $4,099, it will be available in black, white or red. Unfortunately, the US version will not have a "touring" seat rather than the unusual and cool solo seat on European models. Luckily, the solo seat will be an accessory option.
The MP3 will now be available in 400- and the 500cc version (which is a rebadged Gilera Fuoco 500). Preliminary pricing places them at $8,200 and $8,600, respectively. The most obvious difference between the 400 and the original 250 (besides the engine) is the reduced storage under the seat. The concession is that the 400 now gets an accessory plug. Our sources that test rode both bikes say, "the 400 is marginally faster off the line with just a tad more power towards the top of the throttle. The 500 is significantly faster and stronger."
As for Aprilia, they are releasing a Scarabeo 200. Its MSRP will be around $3,800 and it has an appealing, re-designed headset. Otherwise, the bike retains its unique Scarabeo shape. It is reportedly, "a really nice ride."
The more rugged, rear end of the MP3 (a rebadged Fuoco)
1 comment:
These bikes are cool, but where are the practical Italian 2008 pure electrics like the Oxygen and the Piaggio delivery scooters?
Are they being imported... who sells them?
The $2500 to $3500 class of scooters are going to fly out of whomever's dealership they are in....
Thanks to peak oil, we are getting somewhere!
michael@wellonearth.com
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