Italjet Formula.........

"The torsion spring is brillantly simple, and barely weighs more than a plain spindle or bolt. No coil spring is needed, but a more sophisticated damper could be fitted if required".

Scootering Magazine - May 1998

"Italjet's system was only the third ever use of hub-centric steering on a modern two wheeler after Bimota and Yamaha's efforts on large capacity motorcycles.

The idea is that the wheel is attached directly to the main part of the chassis by a swinging arm. The wheel is steered by linkages connected to the handlebars, and turns on a knuckle at the end of the swinging arm".

"All suspension movement is taken care of between the moving arm and the main part of the chassis. This keeps the wheels rigidly in line for good handling, while at the same time separates the steering action from suspension bumps. The deisgn is natural anti-dive under braking."

"A single sided arm allows for a simple wheel removal and looks flash, but is also simpler to make. Steering need not be quite as restricted in one direction of turn".

The Italjet Formula differs from the other hub-centred steered machines (including their own Dragster) in that springing for the front suspension is provided by a torsion bar; i.e. twists the shaft on which it pivots. The damper is a separate, hydraulic unit hidden underneath the bodywork."

As far as scooter front suspension goes, it provides one of the best rides available, with only the cost, complexity and restricted steering movement preventing other manufacturers adopting similar schemes".