500 three-wheeler launched
Meet the MP3 with teethThe Piaggio group has uncaged the (so far) ultimate expression of the MP3 three-wheeler, called the Gilera Fuoco.
The wild-looking machine runs a 492cc single-cylinder, fuel-injected, twin-spark engine that claims 40 horses at 7250rpm and 42Nm of torque at 5500.
"In just a short period of time, the MP3 has made a huge impact in Australia, and the interest from consumers has been phenomenal," said Piaggio Brand Manager, Simon Gloyne. "Now we have the Fuoco 500ie, which maintains all the attributes of the MP3, but in a sleek package which sticks to Gilera's sporting platform. This is the archetypal go-anywhere scooter - all with a minimum of fuss and with superb handling and performance."
Gilera says a large range of accessories is also available for the Fuoco 500ie, including a 42-litre top box, adjustable windshield, hand guards, navigational system (with installation kit), leg cover, bike cover, electronic alarm and soft tail bag for luggage.
The Fuoco 500ie is type-approved as a standard two-wheeled motorcycle. This means licensing and registration requirements are the same as for a motorcycle.
It's priced at $12,990 plus ORC.
Below is the corporate brag sheet.
Fuoco 500ie features:
- Powerful and economical 492cc fuel-injected liquid-cooled four-stroke, double ignition engine
- Electric start
- Front assembly with dual independent tilting wheels providing a lean angle of up to 40 degrees
- Electro-hydraulic front suspension locking system that keeps vehicle upright without using the centrestand
- Analogue dash with speedo and large clock
- Three-disc braking system
- No wider than comparable two-wheel maxi scooters
- Handbrake for parking
- Low-emission, environmentally friendly Euro 3 compliant
- Two-year unlimited kilometre warranty
Link: Piaggio.com
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