Italjet, a well-known boutique scooter manufacturer, left a lasting impression at EICMA 2023. In addition to introducing several new models, the brand announced its ambitious plans for global expansion.
One of the main attractions at Italjet’s EICMA 2023 presentation was the introduction of the Dragster 559 Twin, a radical scooter inspired by superbikes. This model features a parallel-twin engine, manual transmission, and dual Brembo brakes. Another highly anticipated model, the Dragster 300, was also unveiled. It is the top-performing single-cylinder model in Italjet’s current lineup and shares premium components and similar styling with its smaller counterparts, the Dragster 125 and 200.
Italjet has revealed that the Dragster 125 and 200, the most popular bikes in its lineup, will be available in the US market in 2024. These models have enjoyed considerable commercial success, with approximately 15,000 units sold across Europe and Southeast Asia. Although this may seem modest compared to other brands, Italjet has always maintained low production quantities.
Italjet has secured a distribution agreement with Chicago’s Genuine Scooters for the two new models. The Dragster 125 and 200 are expected to arrive in the US by the Spring of 2024.
For those unfamiliar with the specifications of these models, the Dragster 125 is equipped with a 125cc, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected, single-cylinder engine producing a maximum power output of 12.5 horsepower at 9,500 rpm and 10.5Nm (7.35 pound-feet) of torque at 7,750 rpm. The larger Dragster 200 features a 181cc, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected single, delivering 17.5 horsepower at 8,000 rpm and 15.5 Nm (10.85 pound-feet) of torque at 7,750 rpm.
Both models share the same underpinnings, including an S.I.S single-arm front end paired with a hydropneumatic shock absorber. They also feature rear suspension with an adjustable monoshock and a single-sided swingarm. Brembo supplies the brakes, with 240mm and 175mm rotors at the front and rear respectively. ABS is standard on both models.