Italjet - new Dragsters, electric version in 2022
Founded in Bologna in 1959, the name Italjet is synonymous with the Italian scooter industry. For 2022, Italjet has announced the arrival of a new DRAGSTER 125/200 - due to be shipping to dealers by the end of 2021.
Nicknamed the "Urban Superbike", it is an unconventional, high-tech vehicle with hypersport styling and a completely bespoke design. "Conceived and created for those who do not want to give up the pleasure of sporty riding, even on a scooter, it is a nexus of technology - an ideal vehicle for those who want to stand out, continuing Italjet's path of innovation".
Based on a steel tube trellis frame, with integrated die-cast aluminium plates and patented Independent Steering System (I.S.S.), the new models are equipped with a new single arm, forged aluminium swingarm.
The Euro 5 approved single-cylinder 4-stroke liquid-cooled engines of 125 and 200 cc feature a DOHC twin-cam, four-valve head set-up powered by Magneti Marelli electronic injection - providing a claimed near 10 kW (13 hp) in the 125 cc displacement and 13 kW (18 hp) in the 200 cc version.
"For racing, and to add further character to the new DRAGSTER, its new Power Parts line has been conceived to increase power and performance - relying on partnerships forged with some of the best world-class specialists such as Akrapovic, Malossi, Brembo and Öhlins. These parts allow the 125 cc version to regain the full 15 hp and the output of the 200 cc version to be increased to over 20 hp.
Famous for its high-performance exhaust systems, Akrapovic has built two tailpipes for the DRAGSTER - one approved for road use, the other in a Racing version, and both will be available from February 2022.
Malossi, another famous Bolognese company with a long tradition in supplying special parts for mopeds, scooters and motorcycles, has developed a DRAGSTER kit for the 125 cc and 200 cc engines to improve the performance of the transmission - both kits will be available from February 2022. A Racing cylinder kit is also under development.
Brembo will supply Racing brake levers and master cylinders and Öhlins a suspension set in collaboration with Andreani Group. A series of carbon accessories developed directly by Italjet will also soon be available.
Speaking at EICMA, Italjet President and CEO Massimo Tartarini said: "We started production a few weeks ago - the debut of the new DRAGSTER on the market is imminent. Once again, we are ready to bring Made in Italy to the world, strengthened by an all-Italian heritage and the ability to create innovative, daring and non-replicable products.
"The DRAGSTER is Italian excellence that stands out for its quality and attention to detail, a vehicle that enthusiasts from all over the world can't wait to drive."
In additional news - 2022 will see Italjet unveil a zero-emission electric DRAGSTER version - its #e01 Electric, with a 12 kW maximum power electric motor.
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