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Piaggio Beverly Cruiser review

09 May 2008
News image With over 170,000 vehicles sold since 2001, the Piaggio Beverly is clearly a hit. Ideal for town riding, the Beverly is also comfortable enough to use on mid-to-long range trips out of town.

Now there’s a motorcycle-style Beverly Cruiser which is even better suited to touring thanks to brilliant performance from its new 500 double ignition engine.

The engine is the latest in the Master (Multi-valve Advanced Super Torque Engine Range) four-stroke, four-valve, liquid-cooled series with electronic injection. The capacity of the new Piaggio Master double ignition engine has been upped to 493cc to deliver maximum power of 39.5hp at 7,250 rpm.

The introduction of the twin spark system has also made it possible to optimise fuel combustion inside the cylinder and reduce noise and gas emissions.

The result is a smooth, high-performance engine that is very torquey at low and medium speeds. The Beverly Cruiser 500 easily tops 100mph.

The engine runs cleaner thanks to an advanced closed loop injection system with a lambda sensor and three-way catalyser in the exhaust. Electronic ignition ensures that the Cruiser meets the exacting Euro 3 standard. A substantial reduction in fuel consumption and quicker throttle response are other benefits of this engine.

The central headlamp remains the most distinctive style element of the Beverly. This has been mounted on an all-new chrome tube handlebar, which replaces the earlier scooter-style plastic covered handlebar. The instrument panel is also motorcycle-derived, with two chrome-plated displays, with chrome-plated rear view mirrors.

Two new colours, aeronautical grey and shiny black go together with the new seat upholstery to flatter the Beverly Crusier’s classy looks.

Load capacity is boosted by a practical under-seat compartment, large enough to hold two semi-jet helmets.

The Beverly Cruiser 250 delivers 22hp at 8,250 rpm for a top speed of 80mph. The Quasar 250 engine also uses an exhaust system equipped with a lambda sensor to ensure Euro 3 compatibility.

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