Maico letta 277: history, specs, pictures

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Maico letta 277
Manufacturer
Production 1954 - 1966
Engine
single cylinder, two-stroke
Bore / Stroke 71.0mm x 70.0mm
Fuel System carburetor
Transmission Final Drive: chain
Suspension Front: telescopic
Rear: swingarm-coil springs-dampers
Brakes Front: expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear: expanding brake (drum brake)
Length 82.68 inches (2100 mm)
Width 25.2 inches (640 mm)
Height 38.19 inches (970 mm)
Seat Height 29.13 inches (740 mm)
Weight 321.87 pounds (146.0 Kg) (dry),
Manuals Service Manual


The Maico letta 277 was a single cylinder, two-stroke standard produced by Maico between 1954 and 1966.

Engine[edit | edit source]

A 71.0mm bore x 70.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 277.0 cubic centimeters.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

Stopping was achieved via expanding brake (drum brake) in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The front suspension was a telescopic while the rear was equipped with a swingarm-coil springs-dampers. The bike weighed just 321.87 pounds (146.0 Kg).