Among large scooters there is a legend like the X-Max which continues to gain converts. But now there is one (Italian) who is trying to challenge him on his ground.
One of the most popular segments in Italy for those who love two wheels is that of scooters. A category of which the model that paved the way is certainly one Yamaha X-Max. When it arrived on the market at the turn of the millennium it was a shock, because it combined the pleasure of riding a motorbike with the handling of a scooter. And since then all brands have decided to attempt this challenge, with more or less success.
Among the latest creations there is a 100% Italian scooter, which in terms of driving pleasure and shapes recalls the legendary Japanese model, but also stands out for a decidedly more sporty and modern character in a certain sense. Let’s talk about MBP SC300.
Scooter, there’s the challenge at the X-Max
The acronym is nothing other than the acronym of Motorcycle Bologna Passionand was acquired by the historic brand Morbidelli, which is part of the Keeway group. And the SC300 is a midi scooter built to move easily through city traffic or travel long distances with maximum comfort. In short, an all-rounder.
Aesthetically it is truly a stunner, with a decidedly scenographic front part where a LED headlight assembly forming an X and makes the look of this scooter decidedly mean and modern. Despite the sporty attitude of this MBP, which features a pronounced final part and an inverted V-shaped LED rear light cluster, it also has a windshield that is decidedly pronounced upwards.
The heart of this SC300 is a 278 cc liquid-cooled 4-stroke single-cylinder which with its 25.8 HP of power at 8,250 rpm and 24.5 Nm of torque at 7,000 rpm makes it decidedly lively on the road for those looking for a level starting point. The chassis is also excellent, with KYB suspension, telescopic fork and pair of shock absorbers with 90 and 65 mm travel and adjustable to 7 positions. The rims are also beautiful, 13″ aluminum with 110/70 and 130/70 tyres. The seat height is also interesting, which is 790 mm, which also makes it easily “dominated” on the road. And then lots of technology, such as the 5″ TFT LCD screen, keyless system and backlit blocks. All at a price of 3,990 euros. Not bad for a scooter that challenges the X-Max.
