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{{Motorcycle | |||
|name = Piaggio BV250 | |||
|photo= Bv large.jpg | |||
|aka = BV Tourer 250 | |||
|manufacturer = Piaggio | |||
|parent_company = | |||
|production = 2009 - 2011 | |||
|model_year = | |||
|predecessor = | |||
|successor = | |||
|class = Scooter | |||
|engine = liquid-cooled, single cylinder, [[four-stroke]] catalytic [[Piaggio]] QUASAR | |||
|bore_stroke = 71.1mm x 71.1mm | |||
|compression = | |||
|top_speed = 80 mph (129 km/h) | |||
|power = 21.99 HP (16.4 KW) @ 8250RPM | |||
|torque = 14.75 ft/lbs (20.0 Nm) @ 6500RPM | |||
|fuel_system = injection | |||
|ignition = | |||
|spark_plug = | |||
|battery = | |||
|transmission = Gear box: CVT <br> | |||
Clutch: dry, centrifugal, automatic <br> | |||
|frame = | |||
|suspension =Front: 35mm telescopic fork <br> | |||
Rear: dual [[hydraulic]] shock absorber, four-position spring pre-load | |||
|brakes =Front: 260 mm disc, 2-piston floating [[caliper]] <br>Rear: 260 mm disc | |||
|front_tire = {{tire|110/70, 16in}} | |||
|rear_tire = {{tire|140/70, 16in}} | |||
|rake_trail = | |||
|wheelbase = 57.91 inches (1471 mm) | |||
|length = 83.11 inches (2111 mm) | |||
|width = 29.88 inches (759 mm) | |||
|height = 51.97 inches (1320 mm) | |||
|seat_height = 30.91 inches (785 mm) | |||
|dry_weight = | |||
|wet_weight = 149.0 kg | |||
|fuel_capacity = 2.56 Gallon (9.70 Liters) | |||
|oil_capacity = | |||
|fuel_consumption = | |||
|turning_radius = | |||
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}} | |||
The '''[[Piaggio]] BV Tourer 250''' was a liquid-cooled, single cylinder, four-stroke catalytic Piaggio QUASAR scooter produced by [[Piaggio]] between 2009 and 2011. It could reach a top speed of 80 mph (129 km/h). Max [[torque]] was 14.75 ft/lbs (20.0 Nm) @ 6500 RPM. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 21.99 HP (16.4 KW) @ 8250 RPM. | |||
==Engine== | |||
The engine was a [[liquid cooled]] liquid-cooled, single cylinder, four-stroke catalytic Piaggio QUASAR. A 71.1mm [[bore]] x 71.1mm [[stroke]] result in a [[displacement]] of just 244.0 cubic centimeters. | |||
==Drive== | |||
The bike has a CVT transmission. Power was moderated via the dry, centrifugal, automatic. | |||
==Chassis== | |||
It came with a 110/70, 16in front [[tire]] and a 140/70, 16in rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 260 mm disc, 2-piston floating caliper in the front and a 260 mm disc in the rear. The front suspension was a 35mm telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a dual hydraulic shock absorber, four-position spring pre-load. The BV Tourer 250 was fitted with a 2.56 Gallon (9.70 Liters) fuel tank. The wheelbase was 57.91 inches (1471 mm) long. | |||
[[Image:Bv large.jpg|left|thumb|2008 Piaggio VB250]]<br style="clear: left"/> | [[Image:Bv large.jpg|left|thumb|2008 Piaggio VB250]]<br style="clear: left"/> | ||
Before you get in your car on Monday morning, ask yourself this: Are you looking forward to your commute? Get yourself a BV and you will. Twist the throttle and traffic disappears behind you. Powered by a Piaggio single cylinder, four-stroke engine with an automatic transmission, the BV is the ideal vehicle for stop-and-go situations. | Before you get in your car on Monday morning, ask yourself this: Are you looking forward to your commute? Get yourself a BV and you will. Twist the throttle and traffic disappears behind you. Powered by a Piaggio single cylinder, four-stroke engine with an automatic transmission, the BV is the ideal vehicle for stop-and-go situations. | ||
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* Optional top case and side compartments | * Optional top case and side compartments | ||
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==2009 Piaggio BV Tourer 250== | |||
[[File:piaggio-bv250-2009-2009-4.jpg|600px|2009 Piaggio BV Tourer 250]] | |||
The 2009 MY Piaggio BV Tourer 250 sport a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 244cc, single cylinder Piaggio Quasar lump mated to a continuously variable transmission, that can produce 22 horsepower and 20 Nm of torque. It addresses scooter fans who want a machine capable of going the extra mile, both solo and two-up. It comes standard with a large, front windshield, a dual hydraulic shock absorber with four-position spring pre-load, as well as a two-up seat with pillion grab rails and an under-seat and front storage compartments. This makes for a comfortable, maneuverable and fairly powerful scooter, which also allows the rider to spend more time in the saddle. | |||
==2010 Piaggio BV Tourer 250== | |||
[[File:piaggio-bv250-2010-2010-4.jpg|600px|2010 Piaggio BV Tourer 250]] | |||
[[File:piaggio-bv250-2010-2010-3.jpg|600px|2010 Piaggio BV Tourer 250]] | |||
[[File:piaggio-bv250-2010-2010-2.jpg|600px|2010 Piaggio BV Tourer 250]] | |||
[[File:piaggio-bv250-2010-2010-1.jpg|600px|2010 Piaggio BV Tourer 250]] | |||
For scooter fans who want a lightweight, agile, and yet, gritty two-wheeler capable of going the extra mile, the Italian engineers from Piaggio have lauched the 2010 MY Piaggio BV Tourer 250. At its heart lies a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 250cc, single cylinder Quasar powerhouse mated to a continuously variable transmission (CVT), and can produce 22 horsepower and 23 Nm of torque. Also, it comes standard with a two-up seat, passenger grab rails, a windscreen, for enhanced protection against the elements, and big (in the scooter world), 16" wheels, which not only increase maneuverability, but also make for a more fast scooter. | |||
==2011 Piaggio BV Tourer 250== | |||
[[File:piaggio-bv250-2011-2011-4.jpg|600px|2011 Piaggio BV Tourer 250]] | |||
[[File:piaggio-bv250-2011-2011-3.jpg|600px|2011 Piaggio BV Tourer 250]] | |||
[[File:piaggio-bv250-2011-2011-2.jpg|600px|2011 Piaggio BV Tourer 250]] | |||
[[File:piaggio-bv250-2011-2011-1.jpg|600px|2011 Piaggio BV Tourer 250]] | |||
[[File:piaggio-bv250-2011-2011-0.jpg|600px|2011 Piaggio BV Tourer 250]] | |||
The 2011 MY Piaggio BV Tourer 250 addresses scooter fans who want a gritty machine capable of longer trips, solo or two-up, but which still are nimble and lightweight enough to give that unmistakable scooter feel. At its heart lies a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 250cc, single cylinder Quasar lump paired to a continuously variable transmission (CVT), and can produce 22 horsepower and 23 Nm of torque. In addition, it comes with a large, front windshield, dual hydraulic, rear shock absorbers with a four position spring pre-load, as well as beefy 16" front and rear alloy wheels, which increase its agility and stability, at the same time. | |||
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