Built around Maico's scooter motorcycle platform, the 1954 Maico Maicoletta 277 pairs a 277 cc (16.9 cu in) single cylinder, two-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 71.0 x 70.0 mm (2.8 x 2.8 inches).
On the scales, the Maicoletta 277 measures 146 kg (322 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 740 mm (29.1 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops.
Standover Height
740 mm (29.1 in)
Engine
Displacement277.0 ccm (16.90 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Bore x Stroke71.0 x 70.0 mm (2.8 x 2.8 inches)
Valves/Cylinder0
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Fuel ControlPiston port
LubricationSeparate lubrication with automatic oil injection pump
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchAutomatic centrifugal dry clutch
DrivelineV-belt automatic transmission (CVT)
Chassis
Frame TypeTubular steel
Front SuspensionTelescopic
Rear SuspensionSwingarm-coil springs-dampers
Wheels & Brakes
Front BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake). 6.5
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
WheelsSpoked
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight146.0 kg (321.9 pounds)
SeatDual
Seat Height740 mm (29.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height970 mm (38.2 inches)
Overall Length2100 mm (82.7 inches)
Overall Width640 mm (25.2 inches)
Oil Capacity1.20 litres (1.27 US quarts) 2T oil tank
Service & Fluids
Engine Oil2-stroke synthetic motorcycle oil (API TC / JASO FC/FD)
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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