- As a cross-town errand runner or office commuter, the Fly would be a well-suited tool and its easy-riding controls make it a nice fit for riders looking to ease their way into the motorcycle world
- Without the trouble of having to pull in a clutch, the twist-and-go controls are a definite advantage for quick city commuting and less intimidating for the beginner
- The Fly 150's dashboard instrument panel is well laid out and looks smart
- At $2995 the Piaggio Fly is one of the largest-displacement scooters to slip in under the $4000 mark
The Fly 150 is a shaft-driven scooter powered by a 150cc single-cylinder four-stroke engine.
It might take a while to get it topped out at the max speed of 105kph, but the Piaggio Fly has plenty of low to mid-range zip for a 150cc-powered machine.
The Fly has no side stand, so rolling it up onto the center unit was necessary at every stop. Lacking the convenience of a side stand for quick stops, hosting the tank-empty 103kg Fly up onto the center stand got quickly annoying.
The Piaggio's 780mm high seat is comfortable and plush, and the underseat storage capabilities were adequate, if not spacious. A full-face helmet tucked away under the seat causes it to burst at the seams when closed, but that’s pretty typical of scooters these days. The underseat storage is also supplemented by a front compartment opened by pushing in the key when in the on position.
Without the trouble of having to pull in a clutch, the twist-and-go controls are a definite advantage for quick city commuting and less intimidating for the beginner.
The Fly 150 is also very quiet while running, for those newbies who find loud pipes obnoxious.
The Fly 150's dashboard instrument panel is well laid out and looks pretty smart. An analog speedo on the left is mirrored on the right by a helpful fuel gauge to keep track of the 7.2-litre tank.
The Piaggio shined through twists and turns with no worries. Tight low-speed manoeuvres are the Fly 150's moments of triumph, with its short 1330mm wheelbase carving around corners, cars and push-chairs with ease.
A 32mm telescopic front fork is complimented by a preload-adjustable rear shock, and the suspenders handle whatever reasonable blips and bumps any sane person would throw at the Fly and its 12-inch wheels with tubeless tires.
As far as stopping goes, a 200mm front disc with floating two-piston caliper brings the Piaggio to a halt working in tandem with rear drum brake. A healthy pull on both levers activates an abrupt stop.
At $2995 the Piaggio Fly is one of the largest-displacement scooters to slip in under the $4000 mark. If scooters are your thing, the Fly 150 would be an excellent first ride.
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Specifications
Engine type Petrol
Displacement 150cc
Stroke Four
Cooling system forced air
Gearbox automatic
Transmission type V belt
Clutch centrifugal
Dry weight 103kg
Seat height 780mm
Front tyre dimensions 120/70 - 12"
Rear tyre dimensions 120/70 - 12"
Front brakes Disc
Front brake disc diameter 200mm
Rear brakes Drum
Rear brake disc diameter 140mm
Top speed 105kph
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