The Piaggio Group at Intermot 2008 – New models

Aprilia RSV4
Coming from a unique sporting heritage, Aprilia is proud to present the RSV4, the bike destined to mark the company’s return to the Superbike World Championship in 2009. This extraordinary machine has been conceived, designed and developed for competition use entirely by Aprilia Racing.
With its 65° V four, 999 cc engine, the RSV4 is a truly revolutionary machine. As riders have come to expect from Aprilia, it is totally innovative in styling and technology. V-four engine architecture, total electronic engine management, and an exceptionally light and compact chassis are just some of the features that make this bike unique in the world of motorcycling.
The road-going version of the RSV4 also benefits from the extraordinary technical know-how that Aprilia Racing has accumulated over two decades of success in MotoGP, and is packed with advanced racing solutions. In short, the RSV4 stands alone as an exclusive, genuine, and in many ways unique racing replica.
Aprilia Mana 850 ABS
The Aprilia Mana 850 embodies a completely new concept of motorcycling and a brand new way of riding. Here is a bike that has surprised the world of motorcycling and typifies Aprilia’s innovative approach to technology.
The Mana boasts a sequential/automatic gearbox, radial brakes, a helmet storage compartment, and upside down forks, combining the potential of high performance motorcycle with unrivalled functionality. For maximum active safety under all riding conditions, the Mana is now also available with ABS.
Aprilia Shiver 750 GT and ABS
The Aprilia Shiver 750, the most innovative and technically advanced naked around, is now entering the sport touring segment in a brand new GT version. A torquey and superbly practical V twin engine, plus excellent weather protection and a superb chassis are just some of the distinctive elements of the new Aprilia Shiver 750 GT. Fully integrated, ride by wire electronic throttle control, three performance mappings (Sport, Touring and Rain) and radial brakes are all-new features for the sport touring sector and make the Aprilia Shiver 750 GT a uniquely prestigious machine. The enhanced wind protection afforded by the new half fairing adds significantly to the range of action of the Shiver 750 GT, turning it into a ‘total’ motorcycle, capable of satisfying all riding needs from everyday commuting to summer touring. The Shiver 750 GT will thrill even the most demanding riders by turning every ride into a gratifying, intuitive, enjoyable and safe experience. For maximum active safety under all riding conditions, the Shiver and the Shiver GT are now also available with ABS.
Aprilia Dorsoduro ABS
The unique and distinctive Dorsoduro applies Aprilia's vast racing experience to just one mission: to offer pure riding enjoyment. A 92 bhp, 750 cc engine with Aprilia’s exclusive Tri Map ride by wire technology means that this high performance lightweight is perfect even for experienced riders. Stunning to look at, fun to ride and safe too, the Aprilia Dorsoduro is now also available with ABS.

Moto Guzzi 1200 Sport 4V
Over 105 bhp of thoroughbred power is the most distinctive characteristic of the new Moto Guzzi 1200 Sport 4V. The beating heart of this latest eagle from Mandello is its new ‘Quattrovalvole’ four valve engine, guaranteed to attract admirers with its unmistakable 90° transverse V architecture. The ‘Quattrovalvole’ unit that equips the 1200 Sport 4V is the latest evolution of the engine that was first introduced on the Griso and Stelvio. The new unit incorporates an updated intake and exhaust system, specially developed to obtain a more robust response at medium high revs in keeping with the racing character of this magnificent sports motorcycle. The engine, which develops over 105 bhp at 7500 rpm and 110 Nm of torque at 6500 rpm, also acts as a load bearing element in the tubular steel frame. Prestige components like a 45 mm Marzocchi fork and a Brembo Gold braking system with two 320 mm front discs complete the standard equipment of this true sportster.

Piaggio MP3
The Piaggio MP3 is evolving. The superior handling, exceptional level of safety and extraordinary versatility of the world’s first three wheel scooter are now clothed in more refined styling and better than ever equipment for an even greater level comfort. For 2009 the Piaggio MP3 has received a series of technical and stylistic improvements to reinforce its image and mission as Piaggio’s flagship at the prestige end of the GT scooter market.
The 125 cc Piaggio MP3 has even set a new technical record by becoming the first scooter in the world with ride by wire electronic throttle control.
Piaggio MP3 LT
Piaggio is expanding its MP3 range to help customers seeking an innovative, agile and safe solution to their urban mobility needs. The Piaggio MP3 LT is the first ‘over 125 cc’ scooter that you can ride on a normal car licence.
Worsening congestion in our towns and cities, difficulties in parking, restrictions on cars in city centres, and last but not least the soaring price of petrol are combining to force up the costs of private transport. Well aware of these problems and always ready to take the lead in offering innovative mobility solutions, Piaggio is proud to present the MP3 LT. The MP3 LT is the only scooter in the 250 and 400 cc class that you can ride on a car licence.
Derived from the revolutionary Piaggio MP3 range, the new MP3 LT maintains all the MP3’s advanced solutions, as well as the safe, fun riding characteristics that have made the three-wheel scooter such a tremendous success.

VESPA S 4 Valves
Vespa maintains the lead that has lasted over sixty years.
The new Vespa S 50 4 Valves brings you all the pleasure and lightness of a 50 cc Vespa.
The new four valve, four stroke Vespa 50 rediscovers a legendary engine size that has played a major role in the history of Vespa. Thanks to a 4 valve cylinder head, this brand new little powerplant has nothing to fear from its two-stroke competitors. (At 4.35 bhp it is the most powerful 50 cc four stroke on the market.) Yet its consumption and emission figures remain those of a typical four stroke.