Perfect for those who want the high-tech engineering of the Formula F125LC but need to ride a 50cc machine on a full car licence, the F50LC has a new liquid-cooled motor that, particularly in race tune, is capable of producing far more power than a conventional air-cooled engine.

The motor’s power and torque characteristics give the F50LC brisk acceleration and a top speed of 47mph. (In full race tune it is capable of well over 70mph.) Drive is by centrifugal automatic transmission with the main controls being the throttle and the brake levers.

The front end employs Italjet’s patented SIS system acting on a vertically mounted monoshock.

Rear suspension is also by monoshock from a single-sided swinging arm. A racing benefit of this set-up are that both wheels can be rapidly removed for changing to track tyres.

Thanks to Italjet’s independent steering system (SIS), the F50LC’s ride is exceptionally smooth for a lightweight sports scooter. Steering is quick and precise and the handling is stable even over fast bumps, potholes and manhole covers. Brakes are full specification 175mm hydraulic discs front and rear.

Other features include electric starting, CDI electronic ignition, under-seat lockable under-seat storage for a full face helmet, glove box, full instrumentation, tell-tale warning lights for all main functions and a 150cm Xena cable lock. 

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