Engine
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The twist-and-go 50cc two-stroke does little more than propel the Piaggio NRG forward as slowly as the law dictates. Derestricted the speedo will show 55mph plus – it’s a typically optimistic Italian gauge though, so real speed is around 45-50mph.
Ride and Handling
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Small wheels and cheap suspension make the NRG very nervous – you have to ride it for a while to adjust your input levels before it can be ridden smoothly. Bumps and holes upset it – the tiny wheels can’t ride over any kind of imperfections. It’s very nimble through traffic and easy to manoeuvre at low speed – ideal for the CBT.
Equipment
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It doesn’t have much – there’s a rev counter that serves no useful purpose on a twist and go, a clock, an underseat storage area and a hook to hang shopping bags on. It has upside down forks, but they’re crude and only for show.
Quality and Reliability
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Piaggio build quality is sub-par anyway – as one of the cheapest bikes in the range, the NRG is one of the most susceptible to abuse. The finish is cheap - the paint rubs through, alloy parts corrode and steel parts rust – the exhaust especially. Breakdowns aren’t unusual either. You’ll need the warranty.
Value
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Most teenagers treat the Piaggio NRG as a throwaway item – which in reality, they are. They’re not cheap, but there is a queue of teenagers ready to splash Dad’s cash on one, buying them solely on image. Be prepared to loose a big chunk of value as the condition deteriorates, and incentivised new bikes push the value out of used scoots.
Insurance
Insurance group: 4
Model History
Piaggio NRG Extreme – 1999-2002. Air-cooled sports scooter, looks dated now and its unlikely any still around will be in presentable condition.
Piaggio NRG MC3 Air - 2002-2004. The second generation air-cooled NRG.
Piaggio NRG MC3 - 2002-2004 – The liquid-cooled version is faster in full power form.
Piaggio NRG MC3 Air - 2002-2004. The second generation air-cooled NRG.
Piaggio NRG MC3 - 2002-2004 – The liquid-cooled version is faster in full power form.
Other Versions
Piaggio NRG Silver Bullet – White/red special edition is mechanically unchanged.
Specifications
| Top speed | 31mph |
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| 1/4-mile acceleration | secs |
| Power | 4bhp |
| Torque | 2.9ftlb |
| Weight | 95kg |
| Seat height | 795mm |
| Fuel capacity | 6.5 litres |
| Average fuel consumption | mpg |
| Tank range | miles |
| Insurance group | 4 |
| Engine size | 49cc |
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| Engine specification | Two-stroke, liquid-cooled single. CVT transmission. |
| Frame | Tubular steel |
| Front suspension adjustment | None |
| Rear suspension adjustment | None |
| Front brakes | 220mm disc |
| Rear brake | 175 mm disc |
| Front tyre size | 120/70-13 |
| Rear tyre size | 140/60-13 |
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