Cycle News Staff | February 28, 2024
Keeway has announced a new lightweight V-twin cruiser, the V302C, for the American market. The 298cc V-twin has a low seat height of 27 inches and a low MSRP, as well, coming in at a comfortable $4999. Keeway, which is a shareholder of Benelli since 2005, shares designs and production resources with the Italian motorcycle brand, also has three new scooters for U.S. riders.
2024 Keeway V302C Cruise
Here is more information from Keeway’s press release:
Frisco, TX (February 26, 2024) — With jubilant anticipation Keeway introduces its first four all new models for the American market: the Sixties 300i and Versilia 150 retro scooters, Vieste 200 modern scooter, and the V302C versatile lightweight V-twin cruiser.
2024 Keeway V302C Cruiser in town
2024 Keeway V302C Cruiser left side
2024 Keeway V302C Cruiser
The V302C cruiser is a lightweight V-twin roadster with big-bore aspirations, providing an excitingly deep growl and surprising performance. Powered by a liquid-cooled 298cc V-twin with eight valves, the SOHC EFI-fueled V302C produces 30hp (22kW) at 8,500 rpm, and 19.5ft.Lbs. (26.5Nm) of torque. Power is put to the ground through a manual six-speed transmission via a silent belt final drive.
Rider features begin with the shorty drag bars for a sporty feel complemented by the upside-down fork legs and rear dual shocks. Centered on the bars is a round full digital dash with tach surrounding a speedometer, fuel gauge, gear indicator, odometer, and clock. The overall look of the V302C is dramatic with its blacked-out bars, wheels, exhaust, fork legs, and engine. All lighting is LED, featuring a ringed driving light inside the headlight’s black bucket.
The fat, midsized-diameter tires maintain the V302C’s low profile, low center of gravity, and low, low one-piece seat height of 27.1”, with a 120/80×16 front tire and a 150/80×15 rear. This low-carried weight drives the V302C’s appeal to a widely diverse group of riders from neophytes to knowledgeable rockers. The 300mm front brake disc is mated to a radial-mounted caliper for exceptional feel, backed up by a 240mm rear disc, each with ABS. The whole package weighs in at a low weight of 367 lbs. (167KG).
The V302C is available in Black, Red, or Grey with an MSRP of $4999.
2024 Keeway V302 C Specifications
| MSRP |
$4999 |
| Engine |
298cc, V-twin, liquid-cooled, 8 valve |
| Compression ratio |
11.5:1 |
| Bore/Stroke |
Ø58 x 56.4 |
| Power (claimed) |
30 horsepower at 8500 rpm |
| Torque (claimed) |
Torque (claimed) 19.5 lb-ft at 6500 rpm |
| Transmission |
Six-speed, belt-drive |
| Claimed top speed |
80 miles per hour |
| Chassis |
Steel single cradle |
| Front suspension |
USD forks |
| Rear suspension |
Dual shock absorbers |
| Front Tire |
120/80-16 |
| Rear Tire |
150/80-15 |
| Wheels |
16/15-inch alloys (F/R) |
| Front brake |
300mm disc w/ ABS |
| Rear brake |
240mm disc w/ ABS |
| Weight |
368 pounds (dry) |
| Fuel capacity |
3.96 gal |
| Seat height |
27 inches |
| Ground clearance |
6.3 inches |
2024 Keeway Scooters
2024 Keeway Sixties 300i
The Keeway brand-leading Sixties 300i scooter is a unique take on retro fashion for a fully modern scooter designed for everything from buzzing around town to highway fun. It’s powered by a 278cc single-cylinder 4-stroke 4-valve liquid-cooled engine producing a powerful 25hp (19.0kW) at 8,250rpm and 17.7ft.lbs. (24.0N·m) of torque at 7,000 rpm, driving a twist-and-go CVT powertrain to a top speed of 75mph (120kmh). Other technical features include EFI, KYB front suspension complemented by dual KYB shocks with preload adjustability in the rear, and braking front and rear by Nissin calipers with Bosch ABS.
The Sixties 300i’s 1960s sculpted styling features a front-fender ornament, bold front grill, separate quilted seat pads for rider and passenger, and swoopy side panels finished off at the rear by swanky fin-styled LED taillights. The Sixties 300i’s multi-colored digital dashboard features digital and analogue gauges including speedometer, odometer, clock, and fuel. There is roomy under-seat storage, and a rear luggage rack. The stylishly cool Sixties 300i is a rider-friendly scooter with ample performance for commuting, cruising, and touring.
The Sixties 300i is available in Sky Blue, Matte Black or White, with an MSRP of $5299.
2024 Keeway Versilia 150
The neo-classic Versilia 150 is the smaller sibling to the Sixties 300i, powered by an air-cooled 149.6cc EFI-fueled engine putting out 9.7hp (7.2kW) at 7,000 rpm, and 7.7ft.lbs. (10.5Nm) at 6500rpm. Final drive is through a twist-and-go CVT transmission. Braking is by front single disc and rear drum.
All Versilia 150 lighting is LED from front to back. The Versilia leads with the stacked retro headlight and modern full width daytime running light incorporating the front turn signals. Rounding things out, the minimalist taillight bracketed by rear turn signals is seamlessly incorporated into the bodywork for the perfect finishing touch. The gauges feature a speedometer, odometer, fuel gauge, and clock. A luggage rack sits behind the one-piece custom seat in addition to ample under-seat storage for a helmet or packages. For easy access a locking glove box with USB port sits below the backpack hook and keyless ignition as well.
The Versilia 150 is available in Grey, Red or White, with an MSRP of $2499.
2024 Keeway Vieste 200
The Vieste 200 scooter is a wholly modern design both in aesthetics and technology. It features a 171.7cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine, putting out 11.4hp (8.5kW) at 7,500rpm, and 8.9ft.lbs. (12Nm) of torque at 5,500rpm, delivering a top speed of 59mph (95 km/h) through its CVT final drive. The suspension features a telescopic fork up front and dual shocks in the rear. Braking is by discs at each end, with a 240mm disc at the front and 215mm at the rear, both with CBS.
The dash of the Vieste 200 houses analogue gauges for speedometer and tachometer, positioned abreast of digital displays of temperature, odometer, trip meter, clock, and fuel. Fronting the futuristic styling are four LED projector headlights with DRLs for enhanced visibility, LED turn signals and taillight, and weather protection enhanced by the swooping fairing. Rear grab rails are standard, plus two storage pockets above the footwell, a USB port, and a large storage bin beneath the seat for all of your shopping or commuting needs.
The Vieste 200 is available in Blue, Grey or White, with an MSRP of $3399.
For additional model information and specifications visit https://www.keeway.com/
