Il Bello

Flyscooters Il Bello

The Il Bello is a street legal, gas-powered motor scooter assembled in China using parts sourced from China, Japan, Taiwan, and the United States [San Francisco Time Herald, September 26 2008] . Il Bello is an imitation of the Honda Joker and is the flagship vehicle of Flyscooters.

The Il Bello has 4 stroke air cooled motor and gets 95-100 mpg. It is California Air Resources Board CARB and Department of Transportation DOT certified. It comes in 50cc and 150cc. Sometimes the Il Bello is erroneously called Il Bella.

History and Manufacturing

The Il Bello is assembled in China at Taizhou Zhongneng Motorcycle Co. Ltd, also known in the industry as ZNEN. The Il Bello is only available from brick and mortar dealers [San Francisco Time Herald, September 26 2008 ] , and cannot be purchased online or drop shipped [www.flyscooters.com ] . The strict maintenance and care from dealers mandated by Flyscooters is argued as restricting because alterations to the Il Bello may void warranty.

Appearance

The Il Bello's classic retro style stands out from other moped scooters because of its chrome pieces and large Harley-Davidson cruiser-like sissy bar.

Colors
Flyscooters completed development of the Il Bello in 2005. Original manufactured colors are black, blue, pink, red, silver, and white. Special edition colors were added in 2006.

BodyIn 2008 the newest line of Il Bello had a cosmetic change in breast plate chrome design from two "I" bars to a single "U" design.

Special Edition

Every year, the Il Bello is available in a special edition style and coloring. Special edition combinations are collectible and rare. They can vary from unique colors, two-tones, added chrome pieces, customized colored seats and embroidery.

* Il Bello 2006 Special Edition - Black with Red Glitter
* Il Bello 2007 Special Edition - Silver with Tan seats, Pink with White seats
* Il Bello 2008 Special Edition - Black and White "Tux" two-tone
* Il Bello 2009 Special Edition - Cream

Riders, Popularity and Culture

The demographic breakdown of Il Bello riders is roughly half riders trying to go green and be eco-friendly while the other half is made up of senior citizens.

Il Bello riders are active on forums [ http://scootdawg.proboards59.com/index.cgi?board=review&action=display&thread=7554&page=1 ScootDawg Scooter Forum ] , participate in community rallies, and form clubs dedicated to Flyscooters,like Scooter Squandron. Flyscooters is known for strong dealer support, dedication to customer service and encourages good will and philanthropy that range from teaming with Avon fire fighters to raise money for a relief fund , [ http://www.wickedlocal.com/avon/archive/x223019840/Avon-firefighters-to-raffle-scooters Avon Local paper ] , to donations to Marlborough School where a Flyscooter was photographed with actress Jamie Lee Curtis.

50 cc Specifications

* Engine: Single Cylinder, 4 stroke
* Dispacement: 50cc
* Fuel Consumption: 88 mpg
* Top Speed: 37mph
* Cooling System: Forced Air
* Compression Ratio: 10.5 to 1
* Maximum Power: 2.7 hp @ 8000 rpm
* Maxiumum Torque 1.6 ft lb @ 6000 rpm
* Fuel System: carbureted
* Drive System: CVT (fully automated)
* Load Capacity: 230 lbs
* Starting System: electric and kick start
* Front tire: 3.5 – 10 inch
* Rear tire: 3.5 – 10 inch
* Front Suspension: dual telescopic
* Rear Suspension: single non-adjustable shock
* Front brake: performance disc
* Rear brake: drum
* Dry Weight: 213 lbs
* Wheel base: 47.8 inches
* Ground Clearance: 3.9 inches
* Seat Height: 27.2 inches
* Overall Length: 74.1 inches
* Fuel Capacity: 1.43 gallon
* Battery: 12 volt
* Transmission Belts: Gates, USA
* Spark Plugs: NGK, Japan
* Bearings: NSK, Japan
* Piston Rings: ATG, Taiwan
* Gasoline: 91 octane
* Tires: Chengshin, Taiwan or Duro Huafeng, Taiwan
* Battery: YUASA
* Headlight: Phillips
* Carburetor: Deni (joint venture of KEIHIN, Japan) used in Harley Davidson, Honda and other major brands of motorcycles.

150 cc Specifications

* Engine: Single Cylinder, 4 stroke
* Dispacement: 150cc
* Fuel Consumption: 79mpg
* Top Speed: 50 mph
* Cooling System: Forced Air
* Compression Ratio: 9.2 to 1
* Maximum Power: 8.4 hp @ 7000 rpm
* Maxiumum Torque 5.0 ft lb @ 6000 rpm
* Fuel System: Carbureted
* Drive System: CVT (fully automated)
* Load Capacity: 310 lbs
* Starting System: electric and kick start
* Front tire: 3.5 – 10 inch
* Rear tire: 3.5 – 10 inch
* Front Suspension: dual telescopic
* Rear Suspension: single non-adjustable shock
* Front brake: performance disc
* Rear brake: drum
* Dry Weight: 223 lbs
* Wheel base: 47.8 inches
* Ground Clearance: 3.9 inches
* Seat Height: 27.2 inches
* Overall Length: 74.1 inches
* Fuel Capacity: 1.3 gallon
* Battery: 12 volt
* Transmission Belts: Gates, USA
* Spark Plugs: NGK, Japan
* Bearings: NSK, Japan
* Piston Rings: ATG, Taiwan
* Gasoline: 91 octane
* Tires: Chengshin, Taiwan or Duro Huafeng, Taiwan
* Battery: YUASA
* Headlight: Phillips
* Carburetor: Deni (joint venture of KEIHIN, Japan) used in Harley Davidson, Honda and other major brands of motorcycles.

References

* The Phoenix Republic, August 8, 2007
* San Francisco Chronicle, September 2007
* ScooterWorld, Oct/Nov 2007
* Dealer News
* [http://www.patriotledger.com/news/x478787148/Avon-firefighters-to-raffle-scooters Patriot Ledger newspaper]
* [http://www.wickedlocal.com/avon/archive/x223019840/Avon-firefighters-to-raffle-scooters Avon Local paper]
* [http://www.scooterbbs.com/bbs/dcboard.php?az=show_topic&forum=11&topic_id=51290&mesg_id=51290&page=5 International Scooterists BBS]
* [http://scootdawg.proboards59.com/index.cgi?board=review&action=display&thread=7554&page=1 ScootDawg Scooter Forum]
* Asia Media, Journal of Culture and Commerce, March 7, 2008. Vol. II, Issue V
* [http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/audioPop.jsp?episodeId=114748 Just Gotta Scoot, May 2008]
* Scoot Magazine, June 2008
* Vallejo Time Herald, September 26 2008
* San Francisco Chronicle, October 2008

External links

* [http://www.flyscooters.com Official Flyscooters site]
* [http://www.flyscooters.com/scooters-accessories/il-bello Model Specs
* [http://scootdawg.proboards59.com/index.cgi?board=review&action=display&thread=7554&page=1 Review by Scootdawg]
* [http://www.powersportsnetwork.com/motorcyclereviewdetail/rv=62761/veh=72837/review62761.htm Review by Powersports Nework]