Piaggio presents a deluge of new features at EICMA 2016

Piaggio – The Piaggio Group presents itself at the 74th edition of the International Two Wheel Show consolidating its position as the leading European and Italian two wheel group.

The Vespa Elettrica project was officially born at EICMA, the new mobility according to the most elegant and most loved two-wheel brand in the world which takes a step forward towards the future in total coherence with the values ​​that have accompanied its history. The Vespa Elettrica project confirms the Piaggio Group's commitment not only to making people move but to wanting to change the way people move. Vespa Elettrica will be, first of all, a true Vespa, bringing the best electric technology to a vehicle that will maintain all the features that have built its success. Lo style, agility, ease of use and driving pleasure will be the same as the Vespa as always with the addition of technological and innovative connectivity solutions. A perfect mix of emotion, technology and attention to the environment that only Vespa is able to create. As it has always done in its first seventy years of history.

The collaboration between the Piaggio Group and (RED) has generated (VESPA 946) RED which is dressed entirely in red to contribute to programs to fight AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria. RED represents the most elegant and stylish way to demonstrate sensitivity to a major problem and gives the opportunity to concretely join one of the most difficult battles of civilization. The most exclusive and precious Vespa, created to celebrate the beauty of a vehicle that has become legend, is also the only product in the automotive world chosen by (RED). A privilege and a record that the Vespa 946 embodies by dedicating itself to red in every detail, as never happened before.

To celebrate fifty years since the birth of the first model, Moto Guzzi presents the V7 III. The third generation of the universally known and most loved Moto Guzzi has been completely renewed, leaving the originality and authenticity typical of this iconic motorcycle unchanged. Maximum power increased by 10%, thanks to the introduction of a new twin-cylinder, but increasing performance was not the main objective that guided the renewal of the V7. The third generation of the "settemezzo" from Mandello aims to continue to be the entry-level motorcycle into the Moto Guzzi world, easy, with one of the smallest dimensions and weight in the category, but at the same time with a strong and authentic character, typical of all motorcycles Guzzi, much of which is showcased by the transverse V-twin, a unique configuration in the world. The primary objectives that guided the evolution concern style, standard equipment and road behavior, i.e. the aspects that influence the pleasure of owning and driving a V7.

V7 III is available in the three well-known and appreciated versions Stone, Special and Racer, which compared to the past, gain stronger connotations and greater differentiation between them and Moto Guzzi pays homage to fifty years of V7 by introducing a fourth version, called Anniversario , numbered and limited series of just 750 copies, characterized by unprecedented, exceptional details. The range of original Moto Guzzi accessories, already very rich on the V7 II, was created as an integral part of the project and is further expanded. V7 III therefore lends itself to an exceptional possibility of customization, to create your own tailor-made special, like a tailored suit.

The Moto Guzzi V9 family of motorcycles evolves in the name of comfort: V9 Roamer and V9 Bobber, the light, easy and exciting easy cruisers, become more comfortable and habitable, ready for the journey that is in the soul of every Mandello eagle. V9 Roamer is the elegant and universal custom. V9 Bobber represents the bold and essential soul of Moto Guzzi. Both stand out for the exceptional quality of the components and the high attention to detail and are powered by the 850 cc Euro 4 Moto Guzzi twin-cylinder engine, with excellent torque, fluidity and promptness characteristics which contribute to enhancing the cycling qualities of the two cruisers Italian. The 2017 versions of the V9 are the result of the continuous improvement that Moto Guzzi dedicates to its bikes, Roamer and Bobber are now characterized by greater differentiation, with two clearly distinct personalities: one more touring and the other more sporty. Both evolve in the name of comfort and attention to long distances, introducing different riding positions, more comfortable saddles and an entire range of accessories dedicated to tourism.

The naked Aprilia grows in displacement with a new Euro 4 twin-cylinder engine with over 95 hp and 90 nm of torque. The new performances are combined with a frame of absolute excellence for reference handling in the naked world. An intuitive, powerful, easy to handle and technological motorbike is born in the best Aprilia tradition, dedicated to absolute riding pleasure. The new Shiver 900 increases in performance, thanks to the new V2 900 engine, capable of raising not only the power, but above all the maximum torque delivered at each speed to top levels for the category. More strength and more character which correspond to great riding satisfaction, without taking anything away from ease and comfort, which have always been characteristic of the Aprilia Shiver. A motorbike is born capable of making the novice fall in love with the most advanced rider thanks to its chassis which, in the best Aprilia tradition, draws on the knowledge of a company that has won 54 world titles in its young history and today sees its motorbikes engaged in top world competitions such as MotoGP and Superbike.

The new Dorsoduro 900 is born from Aprilia's solid tradition in this motorcycle segment and presents itself as a true generator of emotions. The exclusivity is also due to its original and innovative technical choices, such as the mixed steel trellis/aluminium plate frame with excellent handling qualities and rigorous cornering. The 90° V-twin engine gives a smile with every rotation of the throttle, thanks to the new torque and maximum power characteristics that amplify its character. The fine electronic management which includes, in addition to the multi-map full Ride-by-wire accelerator, also traction control and ABS, complete the technical equipment of the Dorsoduro 900.

The electronic management of the engine is now entrusted to the new and more powerful Marelli 7SM control unit, which communicates with the new full Ride-by-wire electronic accelerator system completely integrated into the throttle. A new Kayaba fork makes its debut, 450 grams lighter, adjustable in hydraulic rebound and spring preload, capable of better supporting the stresses of sports riding and copying the imperfections of the road surface as much as possible. The better overall behavior of both Dorsoduro 900 suspensions is also thanks to the new pair of split three-spoke wheel rims, over 2 kg lighter than those fitted to the Dorsoduro 750.