Piaggio Zip SP, a myth of sportsmanship

In the context of Zip range, which constitutes one of the greatest commercial successes of Piaggio, the version SP (Acronym for Sports Production) represents the scooter devoted to the purest sportiness. It is aimed at a particularly "evolved" audience: kids who demand something from their scooter uncompromising performance and a clear aesthetic sporting imprint.

Zip SP is capable of satisfying the expectations of such a passionate and demanding public, counting on very high technical equipment, the same on which its extraordinary sporting tradition, consisting of an incredible series of victories on circuits around the world. Zip SP's palmarès is in fact unrivaled in the scooter segment: since 1996 it has recorded record attendances in single-brand trophies and has achieved uninterrupted victories in multi-brand trophies in Italy and abroad.

The engine

The heart of Zip SP is a jewel of technology: it's about the motorization Hi-Per 2, a 50 cc 2-stroke with two-way catalysis supported by a secondary air system (SAS), respectful of the most stringent anti-pollution standards which, in this very sporty version liquid cooled, ensures absolute power qualities.

This engine is in fact designed to equip the "super sport" vehicles of the Piaggio range and guarantees performance, in terms of acceleration, at the top of what is available on the market.

Performance also achieved thanks to the adoption of new more advanced intake and exhaust diagrams so as to obtain better thermodynamic performance and thanks to the adoption of the new "snakebite" upside-down muffler.

The powerful 50 cc is equipped with electric start – and emergency kick starter – and continuously variable transmission (CVT). Naturally, the ZIP SP has an automatic oil-petrol mixer.

CYCLING

The chassis is designed to support the aggressive nature of the Zip SP in all conditions and, combined with the lightness of the vehicle, allows for the best exploitation of the engine's characteristics.

The chassis layout, designed to withstand the performance and stresses of the track, consists of a high-strength steel monotube, further strengthened da elements in pressed sheet metal. A structure designed and built with the objective of superior flexural and torsional rigidity, capable of accommodating the power of the engine Hi-Per 2 and guarantee absolute precision even in sports driving.

The other elements of the chassis have also been designed to enhance the exceptional qualities of the frame.

One works on the front end refined suspension consisting of single arm and monoshock – derived directly from racing experience – complemented by a world-class braking system: disc brake da 200 mm in diameter and equipped with a caliper with two opposed pistons.

At the rear, the engine acts as a swingarm, with double-acting hydraulic shock absorber and coil spring. The rear brake is powerful, modular and reliable 110 mm drum in diameter. Zip SP is equipped with large section tubeless tires (100/80 front and 120/70 rear), with a low profile and sporty "slick" tread, mounted on 10" rims.

STYLE

The general layout of the vehicle favors, as per tradition, an aggressive and "racing" look and truly streamlined shapes, in search of maximum ergonomics and ease of driving. The shield is certainly the most personal and characterizing element: it incorporates the large radiator cooling grill, a technical choice which has the merit of accentuating unmistakable features.

The “bad guy” front conserve i two "cuts", which are among the most evident aesthetic characteristics of the Zip range, which includes the direction indicators.

The handlebar cover stands out for its originality transparent “drop”. which includes the dazzling headlight and dashboard.

The large headlights allow for broad visibility in all driving conditions. In particular, the front headlight is equipped with a 35+35 Watt high/low beam dual light lamp which generates a uniform and powerful light beam. The stop, elegantly incorporated into the luggage rack, is clearly visible in all light conditions.

The sportiness of Zip combines perfectly with comfort e practicality. in daily use. The proof of this is wide and comfortable saddle which hides a large compartment capable of holding a full-face helmet. The saddle is adjustable in its height from the ground up three different positions (775 mm, 790 mm, 805 mm), so as to adapt to every riding style and riders of all sizes.

It is a "flexible" ergonomic solution, unique in today's scooter panorama.

Although the general setting of the Zip SP is clearly "racing", the scooter maintains a broad footboard flat, characterized by a high level of habitability.

Il compartment with key lock which opens on the back of the shield is perfect for storing documents and everyday objects in complete safety. Zip SP is also equipped with the practical bag hook.

The rich instrumentation includes the analog speedometer equipped with double scale in km and miles. The temperature of the coolant is kept under control by a futuristic device LED instrument. The equipment is completed by the six-digit odometer and the series of warning lights which includes the high beam indicator, the direction indicator warning light, the fuel reserve warning light and the oil reserve warning light.

ACCESSORIES AND COLORS

As with the other members of the Piaggio Zip family, the SP version can also be extensively customized thanks to the specifically designed range of accessories, which include the side crutch and the grips in the same color as the bodywork. Two types of anti-theft devices are also available: one electronic with radio control and one mechanical.

La Zip SP color range for 2013 includes two new and aggressive graphic variants, shiny black and moon white, shades capable of enriching with personality a scooter destined to remain in the desires of today's young sportsmen.

Piaggio Zip SP Technical Data Sheet

Motor                                            Single cylinder Hi-PER2, 2 stroke

Bore                                       40 mm

race                                                39,3 mm

Displacement                                      49,4 cc

Potenza                                            3,2 KW – 4,3 HP – at 7.250 rpm

Torque                                              4,5 Nm to 6.000 rpm

Supply                           Carburetor

Cooling                        Liquid

Goodwill                                 Electric and kick starter

Lubrication                            Automatic mixer with throttle control at engine speed

Change                                             Automatic CVT variator with torque server

Clutch                                            Automatic dry spin

Chassis                                                Single cradle structure in high resistance steel tubes

Front suspension          Single arm and hydraulic shock absorber

Rear suspension         Hydraulic shock absorber

Front brake                          Ø 200 mm stainless steel disc with hydraulic control

Rear brake                        Drum type Ø 110 mm

Front tire           Tubeless 100/80-10”

Rear tire         Tubeless 120/70-10”

Length/Width/Pitch          1.700mm/680mm/1.205mm

Sella                                                      Height adjustable to three positions (750 mm, 765 mm, 780 mm)

Fuel tank capacity      7,6 liters

Approval                                Euro 2