The Piaggio X8 is an Italian-made
motor cycle, released in 2004 and available in 125 cc, 150 cc (Street Version), 250 cc, and 400 engine sizes by
Piaggio
Piaggio & C. SpA (Piaggio ) is an Italian motor vehicle manufacturer, which produces a range of two-wheeled motor vehicles and compact commercial vehicles under seven brands: Piaggio, Vespa, Gilera, Aprilia, Moto Guzzi, Derbi, and Scarabeo. ...
. It has now been replaced by the
Piaggio Xevo.
X8 250 cc
Now with a fuel injected quasar engine that meets Euro 3
European emission standards
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. It comes with a windscreen and features a remote central locking style key that opens the front and rear storage compartments without having to put the key in the ignition, and an underseat storage space which is big enough to take two full-face
helmets
A helmet is a form of protective gear worn to protect the head. More specifically, a helmet complements the skull in protecting the human brain. Ceremonial or symbolic helmets (e.g., a policeman's helmet in the United Kingdom) without prote ...
.
The X8 has load capacity and dual access to the storage area. The under-seat storage area holds items up to in length. The storage area also contains a foldaway seat cover and a courtesy light. The front shield provides further space to place small items or documents within easy reach and is also equipped with a 12 V plug to recharge a mobile phone.
The bike has an automatic
twist and go transmission so there is no manual clutch/gears.
External links
Official Piaggio website
X8
Motor scooters
Motorcycles introduced in 2006
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