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november 08, 2022 - Italjet

EICMA 2022 Italjet presents dragster 500gp: the concept that revolutionises the world of 2 wheels beyond the imaginable!

Italjet is still accelerating innovation. At the International Two-wheeler Exhibition (EICMA), we present the world preview concept of the new DRAGSTER 500GP, a “unicum” in the motorcycle scene, which marks a real revolution in the world of two wheels. the DRAGSTER 500GP, with which #italjet definitively raises the bar, creating a masterpiece of technology, design and perfection.

A vehicle never seen before that is destined to change the history of the motorcycle world.

DRAGSTER 500GP, which enriches the range made up of DRAGSTER 125 and 200, is a hyper sport vehicle that gives the power of a real motorcycle with the lightness and agility of a hyperscooter and gives life to a new category of vehicle, the URBAN GEARED.

Characterized by the typical trellis frame that distinguishes #italjet scooters, DRAGSTER 500GP is equipped with a liquid-cooled 4-stroke single-cylinder 4-stroke engine with twin-shaft and 4-valve distribution that expresses 43 HP (32 kW) at 8,000 rpm and a maximum torque of 43 Nm at 6,000 rpm.

The transmission, another absolute innovation, combines a 6-speed gearbox (never seen before in such a vehicle) with a multi-plate wet clutch. Electronic injection, electric start and two-way underbody exhaust, worthy of a superbike, complete the mechanical package of the new DRAGSTER 500GP.

The concept, conceived and developed at the #italjet Style Center in Castel Guelfo di Bologna, anticipates the production of DRAGSTER 500GP, which will be produced in Italy and introduced on the market starting in 2024.

At #eicma, #italjet also brings the final version of DRAGSTER # e01 Electric, the zero-emission model of the range, with an electric motor of 12 kW of peak power and 6 kW of nominal power. Due for release in the second half of 2023.

The Malossi version of DRAGSTER 200 is also exhibited at the #italjet stand. #italjet has signed an agreement with the Malossi academy, where we will provide 10 DRAGSTER 200s to the participants of the Malossi racing academy that teaches children aged 14 to 24 all the secrets of the track involving pilotes in dedicated race championships.

In the meantime, the marketing of the DRAGSTER 125 and 200 continues with enormous success. The Urban SuperBikes from #italjet are getting an excellent response all over the world. To date, the number of DRAGSTER 125 and 200 sold worldwide is 7000 vehicles, equally divided between Europe and the South. - East Asia.

Following the huge demand from overseas, the DRAGSTER 125 and 200 will also land in the USA by the end of 2023.

"Once again, we have achieved our goal: to create a vehicle that did not exist. For DRAGSTER 500GP we were inspired by the world of sports bikes. We wanted to create a vehicle capable of combining the fun you feel riding a motorcycle with the lightness and agility of a scooter. DRAGSTER 500GP marks a new chapter in the history of two-wheelers and confirms us again as a brand that anticipates trends” comments Massimo Tartarini, President and CEO of #italjet Spa "At #eicma we are also pleased to present the final version of DRAGSTER # e01 Electric, the green model for those who want to focus on an electric choice, without renouncing to drive an unconventional, daring and innovative vehicle ".

 

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