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Piaggio BV Tourer 250, 2009

The Powered by a Piaggio single cylinder, four-stroke engine with an automatic transmission, the BV is the ideal vehicle for stop-and-go situations, while its 16" wheels and dual shock absorbers make for the smoothest ride in scootering.

The BV Tourer in a 250cc and 500cc version, combines high wheels and a motorcycle-style ride with the comfort and practicality of a scooter to ensure a safe and precise ride.
• Modern Piaggio four-valve, liquid cooled, fuel-injected engines
• Large, front windshield
• Dual hydraulic shock absorber, four-position spring pre-load
• 16” front and rear tires (BV Tourer 250) / 16” front and
14” rear tires (BV Tourer 500)
• Underseat and front compartment storage

Engine Type Single cylinder, four-stroke catalytic Piaggio QUASAR
Displacement 244cc
Bore x Stroke 72 mm x 60 mm
Max Power at Shat 22 hp at 8,250 rpm
Max Torque 20.2 Nm at 6,500 rpm
Max Speed 77 mph (124 km/h)
Fuel / Tank Capacity Unleaded 2.6 gallons (9.7 litres)
Gas Mileage 65-70 mpg
Distribution Single overhead camshaft (SOHC) with four valves
Cooling System Liquid
Lubrication Wet sump
Ingnition Electronic start
Gears CVT CVT automatic ratio variator (twist-and-go)
Clutch Dry automatic centrifugal type

Chassis Twin cradle tubes in high-tensile steel
Front Suspension Telescopic fork, 35 mm shafts, 104 mm travel
Rear Suspension Dual hydraulic shock absorber, four-position spring pre-load, 90 mm travel
Front Break 260 mm disc, floating caliper with two pistons
Rear Break 260 mm disc, floating caliper with opposed pistons
Front Tire Tubeless 110/70, 16"
Rear Tire Tubeless 140/70, 16"

Length 83.1" (2111 mm)
Width 29.9" (760 mm)
Wheelbase 57.9" (1471 mm)
Seat Height 30.9" (785 mm)
Dry Weight 328 lbs (149 kg)