Piaggio Liberty

Overview:

Piaggio a household name in the global market has been in the line of two-wheeler manufacturing for more than 100 years. From bicycles to scooter, to motorcycles, Piaggio has been the pioneer in automobile industries Their high quality, affordable two-wheelers have been receiving accolades from users and reviews in western and Asian markets. The Liberty has always been highly admired, by consumers around the world Originally, launched in 1997, Liberty scooter has been a lucrative product for Piaggio, for decades. Introduced in Vietnam in 2010, Liberty has been one of the best selling scooters in Vietnam. The Liberty is apt for all your excursions, whether you are riding around the town, or heading for work during the packed hour. The scooter is powered by a best in class 125cc 3-valve, single cylinder engine, which delivers a perfect balance of performance and fuel economy, saving you trips to the petrol pump. With a contemporary, superb handling, fierce stopping power, and ABS Liberty makes for an ideal daily commuter.

Pros:

• Wide wheels deliver great riding agility, better corner turning and ease in traffic.
• Contemporary styling bestows a stunning look on road
• The first scooter in Vietnam, to come with ABS, which delivers fierce stopping power.
• The 3-valve technology engine gives improved performance and exceptionally low fuel consumption.
• Lightweight chassis and compact dimensions allow rider to easily zip across jam-packed traffic.

Cons:

• Storage space under the saddle is inadequate and can only store one helmet.
• Unstable at high speeds

Design

Italians are world renowned for crafting exquisite scooters, that has changed the face of a two-wheeler. Piaggio Liberty is one such masterpiece from the Italian maker which ethos the Italian craftsmanship. On first look, the Liberty looking nothing less than a stunner on the road. The bike gets a contemporary style with sleek headlights and chrome covered side view mirrors. The dynamic side indicators with LED accentuates its sharp look. The new split seat, provide excellent comfort along with a stylish exterior. In the rear, the scooter gets modern looking tail lamps, along with chrome gran grills, which make the scooter look stylish, coming or going. Along with this. The bike also gets a new wind protection screen that contributes to its aerodynamics and an aggressive on-road appeal. Piaggio has ensured to keep the Liberty slim and compact and has blessed it with well-proportioned dimensions measuring at 1930mm x 705mm x 1.325mm along with a wheelbase of 1325mm. Liberty is also equipped with a new electronic clock face with LCD which displays information and also increase its style quotient. To further accentuate its classic, contemporary styling, Liberty comes in three fashionable color schemes, each turning heads on the road. 

Measurements

Engine, Economy & Performance

To complement its unique design aesthetics, Piaggio has equipped Liberty with a leading engine, that put all other 125cc scooters to shame. Liberty draws power from a 124.5cc 3-valve, single cylinder, 4-stroke which has the has the propensity to generate a maximum power of 9.65HP made at 7750 rpm with an utmost torque value of 9.5 Nm made at 6000 rpm. The more advanced I-Get engine delivers maximum performance, more low-mid range torque for more fun and greater usability in daily riding, while maintaining the high-revving character. The 3V engine is retuned to provide significant fuel efficiency and minimize emissions. Catering to the key buying point of Vietnamese riders, Liberty delivers a super mileage of 44kmpl. The bore and stroke of 62.8 mm x 48.6 mm allows the scooter to accelerate quickly and smoothly, which enables the rider to zip in and out of traffic in a jiff. 

Engine Comparison

Handling

For a daily commuter, superb handling and utmost comfort are a must. And Piaggio does not disappoint in this characteristic. For a relaxed ergonomics, Piaggio has equipped Liberty with large diameter wheels, 15” in the front and 14” in the rear which offers excellent stability, smooth turning and balance. The liberty also offers a relaxed riding position and comes with a flip out pegs and a rear spoiler, which also doubles as a passenger grab rail. Furthermore, Liberty is based on a lightweight and slim chassis, which bestows nimble handling and low weight of 116kg, allowing the rider to effortlessly zip across the town. The scooter also gets a spacious flat footrest, which ensure proper comfort. The Liberty now includes as standard equipment a large windshield and a top trunk that makes this model, even more, practical and all-weather effective.

Safety, Braking, and Miscellaneous

Being an everyday commuter, Liberty's proper safety mechanism was a must, and Piaggio has left no stone unturned to ensure this. This Italian brand has equipped the new Liberty- with a high-end braking mechanism consisting of 240mm diameter disc brakes in the front and 140mm diameter drum brakes which offers a superb braking power and enhanced braking confidence. The stopping power gets more precise and aggressive with the incorporation of a high-performance ABS unit to the package. The Liberty gets the widest tyres and wheelbase, that not only accentuates its look but also bestow a sturdy grip on the road. Apart from wide tyres, the bike also gets Hydraulic shock absorber combined with telescopic spring in the front and Hydraulic shock absorber, Telescopic tube, cam adjustment load which increase its stability, and absorbs bumps.

Verdict:

This economically priced scooter is loaded with an array of features which makes Liberty a fitting city scooter. Compact size makes its practical on narrow city roads, and wide wheels, suit all kind of terrains. Coupled with significant power output, and ABS, Liberty is a complete value for money product.