Executive Summary about Mini Scooter by Danny Ashton
Mini Scooter. The new Skipper is the result of a specific project, introducing a really innovative design and a definite leap forward in terms of technical content. Compact and aggressive, the new Skipper is the perfect scooter for moving around town. Skipper is also the ideal travelling companion for quick trips and medium-to-long journeys -- either alone or with a passenger -- thanks to the qualities of its engine.
Today, Skipper's 2-stroke air-cooled engines give outstanding levels of performance: 14 bhp (10.3 kW) with a top speed of 102 km/h for Skipper LX, and 16.5 bhp (12.1 kW) with a top speed of 107 km/h for Skipper LXT. The Skipper LX 125 can also be driven by those who only have a car driving license. Compared with to the previous model, Skipper's new engines are marked by increased power and performance, in terms of acceleration as well as top speed.
The Skipper's weight -- a mere 105 kg kerb weight for both the
125 and the 150cc version -- is 30% lower than competitive vehicles of similar size and performance. Seen from the front, the generously sized front shield is enhanced by the broad band of the front lighting cluster. This includes a polyelliptical-type dipped beam and a complex-surface full beam -- both fitted with 55 + 55 W halogen bulbs -- together with direction indicators.
The Skipper's personality is emphasised by the chromatic effect generated by the combination of coloured plastic body sections and dark grey coloured techno-polymer elements together with the matt-finished luggage rack, incorporating hand grips for increased passenger safety.
The frame features a completely redesigned chassis that offers superb torsion and flexion resistance. The 12-inch wheels are also new (the original Skipper had 10-inch wheels). The Skipper's LX and LXT colour range includes Sun Yellow and Black (pastel colours), Pamplona Red, Cloud Blue (metallic) and Slate Grey (iridescent). Options available include colour-matched top box, windshield, hood and electronic anti-theft device.
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