Source: Cycle World
Keeway is rolling out its first batch of US models for the 2024 model year. (Keeway America/)Keeway America has just announced its initial batch of 2024 models for the US market, but it might be helpful to first rehash out the brand’s background a bit. As you already know, the Italian Benelli marque was acquired jointly by manufacturing giant Qianjiang Motorcycle Group and the (separate) Keeway Group, which now manages the Benelli brand. Keeway, however, also makes its own line of bikes and scooters, and is continuing its push in North America with the first part of its US lineup for the 2024 model year—under the Keeway America arm. The models (most of which have appeared elsewhere overseas) include the vintage-inspired Sixties 300I and Versilia 150 scooters, the more sleekly styled Vieste 200 scooter, and the small-bore V302C V-twin cruiser.Related: Morbidelli ComebackThe new 25-hp retro-styled Sixties 300I leads the Keeway scooter lineup for 2024. (Keeway America/)2024 Keeway Sixties 300IThe new Sixties 300I scooter looks to be Keeway’s flagship model—at least here in the States—and aside from the retro-heavy styling, comes equipped with a fairly robust set of modern features, like a liquid-cooled 278cc single-cylinder four-valve engine producing a zippy 25 hp at 8,250 rpm and 17.7 lb.-ft. of torque at 7,000 rpm, with a top speed of 75 mph. Other welcome features include EFI, and a KYB telescopic front fork paired with dual KYB shocks that offer preload adjustability in the rear, while the fairly hefty (for a scooter) 230mm brake discs up front are clamped by Nissin calipers and further bolstered by Bosch ABS.The Sixties 300 has appealing retro style, with a vaguely 1960s feel throughout, from the front-fender ornament and a vintage-y front grille with integrated turn signals, to the separate quilted seat pads for rider and passenger, and flowing side panels capped by finned LED taillights. The Sixties 300′s multicolored digital dash features digital and analog gauges, and a roomy underseat cargo hold as well as a rear luggage rack.The Sixties 300I is available in Sky Blue, Matte Black, or white, and has an MSRP of $5,299.The smaller Versilia 150 has half the displacement and power—with a price tag to match. (Color shown is Asian market only.) (Keeway America/)2024 Keeway Versilia 150The smaller Versilia 150 tones down the classic vibes a bit and offers more basic equipment, centered around an air-cooled 149.6cc fuel-injected engine good for 9.7 hp at 7,000 rpm. Final drive is through a twist-and-go CVT transmission, while braking is handled by a front single disc and rear drum. The smaller relative of the Sixties 300 still gets LED lighting all-around, leading with a stacked retro unit and modern DRL. Out back a minimalist taillight is bracketed by rear turn signals that are incorporated into the bodywork for a smooth look, while a luggage rack sits behind the one-piece custom seat. Naturally, there’s underseat storage for a helmet or groceries. Modern touches include a locking glove box with USB port and keyless ignition.The Versilia 150 can be had in gray, red, or white, with an MSRP of $2,499.The nicely equipped V302C cruiser has been in the lineup for a couple of years now, and has an MSRP of under $5K. (Keeway America/)2024 Keeway V302CKeeway’s main cruiser entry is the V302C, which is powered by a liquid-cooled fuel-injected SOHC 298cc V-twin with eight valves. Keeway claims it generates 30 hp at 8,500 rpm and 19.5 lb.-ft. of torque flowing through a manual six-speed transmission via belt final drive. The better-than-expected component list includes stout upside-down fork legs with 4.5 inches of travel, preload-adjustable dual shocks, a slipper clutch, and meaty 300mm front brake disc mated to a radial-mounted caliper backed up by a 240mm rear disc, each with ABS.Set around the shorty bars is a round digital dash with tach, a speedometer, fuel gauge, gear indicator, odometer, and clock. The V302C goes for a more modern look with its blacked-out bars, wheels, exhaust, fork legs, and engine, though all lighting is LED, featuring a ringed driving light inside the headlight’s black bucket.The V302C’s low profile is enhanced by its super-low 27.1-inch seat height, with a 120/80-16 front tire and a 150/80-15 rear riding below. The whole package weighs in at a very manageable 367 pounds too.The V302C is available in black, red, or gray, with an MSRP of $4,999.Keeway offers multiple scooters in its lineup both here and abroad. The Vieste 200 represents a modern spin on the midi class with shaper edges and dynamic bodywork. (Keeway America/)2024 Keeway Vieste 200On the other end of the scooter-style spectrum is the Vieste 200, Keeway’s modern spin on the class. The futuristic styling is capped by four LED projector headlights with DRLs, LED turn signals and taillight, and wind protection marked by an aggressively swooped fairing. The tech is pretty middle of the road though, with a 171.7cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine putting out 11.4 hp at 7,500 rpm, and 8.9 lb.-ft. of torque at 5,500 rpm. Top speed is 59 mph at the end of the CVT final drive. Suspension too is a basic telescopic fork up front and dual shocks in the rear, though braking features discs at each end, with a 240mm platter up front and 215mm at the rear, both with CBS.Analog gauges dominate the dash and are bracketed by digital displays of temperature, odometer, tripmeter, clock, and fuel. Rear grab rails come standard, along with storage pockets, a USB port, and a large storage bin under the seat.The Vieste 200 is available in blue, gray, or white, with an MSRP of $3,399.
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Keeway is rolling out its first batch of US models for the 2024 model year. (Keeway America/)
Keeway America has just announced its initial batch of 2024 models for the US market, but it might be helpful to first rehash out the brand’s background a bit. As you already know, the Italian Benelli marque was acquired jointly by manufacturing giant Qianjiang Motorcycle Group and the (separate) Keeway Group, which now manages the Benelli brand. Keeway, however, also makes its own line of bikes and scooters, and is continuing its push in North America with the first part of its US lineup for the 2024 model year—under the Keeway America arm. The models (most of which have appeared elsewhere overseas) include the vintage-inspired Sixties 300I and Versilia 150 scooters, the more sleekly styled Vieste 200 scooter, and the small-bore V302C V-twin cruiser.
Related: Morbidelli Comeback
The new 25-hp retro-styled Sixties 300I leads the Keeway scooter lineup for 2024. (Keeway America/)
2024 Keeway Sixties 300I
The new Sixties 300I scooter looks to be Keeway’s flagship model—at least here in the States—and aside from the retro-heavy styling, comes equipped with a fairly robust set of modern features, like a liquid-cooled 278cc single-cylinder four-valve engine producing a zippy 25 hp at 8,250 rpm and 17.7 lb.-ft. of torque at 7,000 rpm, with a top speed of 75 mph. Other welcome features include EFI, and a KYB telescopic front fork paired with dual KYB shocks that offer preload adjustability in the rear, while the fairly hefty (for a scooter) 230mm brake discs up front are clamped by Nissin calipers and further bolstered by Bosch ABS.
The Sixties 300 has appealing retro style, with a vaguely 1960s feel throughout, from the front-fender ornament and a vintage-y front grille with integrated turn signals, to the separate quilted seat pads for rider and passenger, and flowing side panels capped by finned LED taillights. The Sixties 300′s multicolored digital dash features digital and analog gauges, and a roomy underseat cargo hold as well as a rear luggage rack.
The Sixties 300I is available in Sky Blue, Matte Black, or white, and has an MSRP of $5,299.
The smaller Versilia 150 has half the displacement and power—with a price tag to match. (Color shown is Asian market only.) (Keeway America/)
2024 Keeway Versilia 150
The smaller Versilia 150 tones down the classic vibes a bit and offers more basic equipment, centered around an air-cooled 149.6cc fuel-injected engine good for 9.7 hp at 7,000 rpm. Final drive is through a twist-and-go CVT transmission, while braking is handled by a front single disc and rear drum. The smaller relative of the Sixties 300 still gets LED lighting all-around, leading with a stacked retro unit and modern DRL. Out back a minimalist taillight is bracketed by rear turn signals that are incorporated into the bodywork for a smooth look, while a luggage rack sits behind the one-piece custom seat. Naturally, there’s underseat storage for a helmet or groceries. Modern touches include a locking glove box with USB port and keyless ignition.
The Versilia 150 can be had in gray, red, or white, with an MSRP of $2,499.
The nicely equipped V302C cruiser has been in the lineup for a couple of years now, and has an MSRP of under $5K. (Keeway America/)
2024 Keeway V302C
Keeway’s main cruiser entry is the V302C, which is powered by a liquid-cooled fuel-injected SOHC 298cc V-twin with eight valves. Keeway claims it generates 30 hp at 8,500 rpm and 19.5 lb.-ft. of torque flowing through a manual six-speed transmission via belt final drive. The better-than-expected component list includes stout upside-down fork legs with 4.5 inches of travel, preload-adjustable dual shocks, a slipper clutch, and meaty 300mm front brake disc mated to a radial-mounted caliper backed up by a 240mm rear disc, each with ABS.
Set around the shorty bars is a round digital dash with tach, a speedometer, fuel gauge, gear indicator, odometer, and clock. The V302C goes for a more modern look with its blacked-out bars, wheels, exhaust, fork legs, and engine, though all lighting is LED, featuring a ringed driving light inside the headlight’s black bucket.
The V302C’s low profile is enhanced by its super-low 27.1-inch seat height, with a 120/80-16 front tire and a 150/80-15 rear riding below. The whole package weighs in at a very manageable 367 pounds too.
The V302C is available in black, red, or gray, with an MSRP of $4,999.
Keeway offers multiple scooters in its lineup both here and abroad. The Vieste 200 represents a modern spin on the midi class with shaper edges and dynamic bodywork. (Keeway America/)
2024 Keeway Vieste 200
On the other end of the scooter-style spectrum is the Vieste 200, Keeway’s modern spin on the class. The futuristic styling is capped by four LED projector headlights with DRLs, LED turn signals and taillight, and wind protection marked by an aggressively swooped fairing. The tech is pretty middle of the road though, with a 171.7cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine putting out 11.4 hp at 7,500 rpm, and 8.9 lb.-ft. of torque at 5,500 rpm. Top speed is 59 mph at the end of the CVT final drive. Suspension too is a basic telescopic fork up front and dual shocks in the rear, though braking features discs at each end, with a 240mm platter up front and 215mm at the rear, both with CBS.
Analog gauges dominate the dash and are bracketed by digital displays of temperature, odometer, tripmeter, clock, and fuel. Rear grab rails come standard, along with storage pockets, a USB port, and a large storage bin under the seat.
The Vieste 200 is available in blue, gray, or white, with an MSRP of $3,399.
