Roma Motodays: all the main official manufacturers present

Rome Motodays – It will be a very rich program that will develop over the four days, from 8 to 11 March, for the Rome Motodays which will take place at Rome Fair, where motorized two-wheelers will be protagonists for the tenth consecutive year, and with an increasingly complex program. The presence of official houses is massive.

A welcome return that of Piaggio Group in Rome Motodays: considering that the Capital is a market where scooters are the protagonists, it will be the most "urban" two-wheelers that will be under the spotlight at the Group's stand, with the high-wheel scooters Beverly, Medley e Liberty and the technological Piaggio MP3. In Riding ExperiencesFurthermore, you will be able to try the latest products from Casa Aprilia and Moto Guzzi. The Piaggio Liberty is a milestone in the development of two-wheeled mobility. Presented in its first version in 1997, after 20 years it continues to be renewed but remains consistent with the values ​​that inspired the original project and with the aim of meeting the demand for a quality vehicle, light and robust, easy but with impeccable performance and with high technological contents at the service of safety, such as the ABS braking system, standard on the 125 and 150 cc versions, both Euro 4. It is also available with Euro 4 engines in the 50cc version.
The agility of a metropolitan vehicle combined with the dynamism of a high wheel and the comfort and load capacity of a large GT scooter have given rise to Piaggio Medley, which combines the values ​​of rationality, technology and Italian style. Combining the advantages of a chassis characterized by large diameter wheels, and the rationality of the classic scooter, it is characterized by protection, load capacity and the comfort of the wide saddle. Equipped as standard with the "Start & Stop" function and two-channel ABS, it boasts top-class equipment. It is available in 125 and 150cc versions, both 4-stroke liquid-cooled, with 4-valve distribution and electronic injection. The Piaggio Beverly thanks to its qualities of agility, reliability and safety it quickly became a leader in the high-wheel scooter segment. The motorcycle-style chassis, the ABS braking system and the ASR traction control make it the most advanced representative of the high-wheel maxi scooter. In addition to the 300cc version, it is now also available with a modern 350 single-cylinder 4-stroke, 4-valve, electronic injection and liquid-cooled engine. An engine designed to offer performance comparable to that of a 400 cc, with compact dimensions and weight in line with those of a 300. Equipped with the first and only scooter engine with automatic multi-disc clutch in oil bath derived from motorcycles, it offers 30,2 .29 HP of power and XNUMX Nm of maximum torque. MP3finally, it is the first three-wheeled scooter in the world and the new range represents the highest point of technological excellence applied to the Piaggio Group's scooters. The two engines of 350 and 500 cc aim to satisfy every need for city and extra-urban mobility. Piaggio MP3 500 is available in the Sport and Business versions, characterized by different colors and features, now richer in standard equipment, while the Piaggio MP3 350 is available in a version that takes up the color range of the Piaggio MP3 500 Sport. All models can be driven with a car license only.

At the stand BMW of Elica the spotlight is on the new ones F 750 GS e F 850 GS regarding motorbikes, and on the new C400X for the scooter sector. As in the past, the GS abbreviation once again represents the perfect synthesis of off-road and long distances, combined with sporty dynamics and superior off-road performance. In summary: a BMW GS aims to be the perfect companion when it comes to discovering remote corners of the world by motorcycle. Even more than previous models, the new F 750 GS and F 850 ​​GS are tailor-made for their respective customers. The F 750 GS is designed for all those riders who prefer the sensation and conceptual design of travel enduro together with a low saddle height, excellent power availability, a high cost-benefit ratio and excellent overall qualities . Alongside this is the new F 850 ​​GS, which in addition to offering greater power and torque, features even more distinctive travel characteristics, combined with superior off-road capability. In scooters, BMW Motorrad it arrived in 2011, with the models BMW C 600 Sports e BMW C 650 GT. Now it goes one step further with the presentation of the new BMW C 400 Equipped with a newly developed single-cylinder engine, it has a nominal power of 34 HP, transmission with CVT (continuously variable) gearbox and torsionally rigid swinging arm, with an innovative bearing for minimum vibrations and therefore maximum comfort. Automatic Stability Control ensures greater safety when accelerating, especially on slippery surfaces.

The 701 range will be the protagonist of the stand Husqvarna with two new features that Motodays visitors will be able to admire live: the vitpilen 701 , Svartpilen, to which is added the Vitpilen 401. These are the first models of the new "Real Street" range which marks the definitive return of the brand of Swedish origins to the road motorcycle segment. Characterized by a minimalist design, the Vitpilen represents one of the most personal proposals of recent years, with an aesthetic that aims to combine avant-garde and "substance". The heart is the 692,5cc single-cylinder engine, with four valves per cylinder, dual ignition and liquid cooling, which already powers the KTM "cousins", and is capable of delivering 75hp at 8.500 rpm and 72Nm of torque at 6.750 turns. The Vitpilen 401 model features a refined 375cc single-cylinder engine with ride-by-wire system, a compact trellis frame with great dynamic qualities, an advanced suspension package created by WP and quality brakes with ABS as standard. The model is completed by premium features such as LED headlights and high-quality spoked wheels. The Svartpilen 701 (in Swedish “Black Arrow”) is inspired by the world of flat track: it represents the combination of simplicity and functionality typical of Swedish school design, with the practical luggage rack on the tank, the sump guard and the exhaust pipe protection and the knobby tyres. The handlebar bend, high and straight in off-road style, contributes to having a comfortable riding position ready to easily tackle both urban traffic and country roads.

After completing the range Bonneville with the most recent ones Bonneville Speedmaster e Bonneville bobber Black, Triumph, which from 2019 will be the official engine supplier of the Moto2 World Championship, has also renewed the Tiger family, and both the new Tiger 1200 and its smaller sister Tiger 800 will be present at Rome Motodays. The new Tiger 1200 has undergone a "slimming treatment ” which allowed savings of up to 11 kilos, depending on the model. The livery has not been changed, while the engine has received a major update. Even richer electronic equipment, with Triumph Shift Assist technology, up to six riding modes, including the new Off-Road Pro mode) Adaptive Cornering Lighting system, full-colour TFT instruments, LED lighting, illuminated control block, keyless ignition , as well as optimized ergonomics and a contemporary style. With a rich heritage that boasts over eighty years of two-wheeled adventures, the new generation Tiger 800 offers four models with the most road-ready setup ever, each with a dedicated level of innovative technologies and features. Over 200 revisions made to the chassis and engine to offer an even richer level of technology, performance and capacity, and optimal comfort on all types of surfaces. Among the new features, a shorter first gear, a renewed exhaust system and a larger and more protective adjustable windscreen. Triumph will also be present in the external areas of Roma Motodays with the demo ride activity, the first stage of the official Demo Tour.

 yamaha Motor will be present in pavilion 4 with a large stand showcasing the my 2018 motorcycle and scooter ranges and will pay particular attention to the very recent innovations presented over the last few months. And for a look in perfect Yamaha style, it will be possible to purchase items from the new 2018 clothing and accessories collections. The House of Tre Diapason will also be present in the external area to allow enthusiasts to test its products on the road.