Vespa's Piaggio BV 400 cc Scooter - 10 months Review
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- Опубліковано 18 лют 2023
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I bought a Piaggio BV 400s Motorcycle (aka Maxi Scooter) ten months ago to use for personal use, reduce my pollution impact, and to keep my car mileage lower, small biz. It's made by Vespa.
At the time of this video, I live in the USA, Southern California in the San Gabriel Valley outside of Los Angeles.
Outside of the USA this scooter is known as the Beverly 400.
This is my walk around video, thoughts, things I like and don't like video.
I OWN AND USE THESE FOR MY Piaggio BV 400s
Coverado Motorcycle Cover (It fits great with windshield installed. Haven't tested it with the piaggio top box)
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JZAQ Motorcycle Helmet Bluetooth Headset - I use it with my AGV K6 Helmet
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Abraham Lincoln Sticker Vinyl Bumper Sticker (This is the same one in the video)
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LFPartS Black Motorcycle Stainless Steel License Plate Frame (This is the same one in the video) It makes the license plate all black and decent metal quality)
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ZUOZE Small Cargo Net (If you do not have a top box and want to carry a cover on the back like shown in the video, you will need one of these)
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LORADAR 2 Pack Retractable Security Cable (I use these as visual deterrents and a remind to remove my ulocks. I use a Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboutit as my main lock)
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Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboutit ( I use this on my back wheel and a different brand on the front wheel)
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Onvian Bike Alarm with Remote 2 Pack (I've had great success with this as an audio deterrent for those who might want to sit or lean or move the Scooter. I recommend you consider combining this with other similar security deterrents your dealer may offer that are not available on Amazon.)
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AVG K6 Full Face Helmet (Carbon Light, Dot Approved) (I love this helmet, it is super light so my head doesn't get tired, great styling (Mine is show in the video), air flow is a bit limited however during hot weather.
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5 PC - CE Level 2 certified armor pads (I have two protective riding jackets. One for winter, link below and also a summer mesh jacket not available on Amazon. I use these CE Level 2 armor pads in them.)
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Cortech Flathead Boot (I wear these boots everyday whether I am riding my scooter or not. )
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Cortech Men’s Slayer Canvas Motorcycle Street Riding Shoe (I wear these when I need a little more protection and won't be doing as much walking.)
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Drizzte Men's Black Nylon Military Tactical Belt (Plus Sized) (It's well made, wide, adjustable and well keep your pants on.)
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Carhartt Men's Relaxed Fit Tapered Leg Jean (Heavy Duty Jeans)
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Tour Master Sentinel LE Rain Jacket (This is my Cold Weather Jacket.)
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Piaggio own the Vespa brand, not the other way around. Super scoot! I wish they would put this engine in the Vespa GTS.
Nice! Not too many videos on this particular bike, especially in English. Can't wait to pick mine up. See you on the road I'm in SoCal 👍
Thanks. I agree, most Scooter videos are from the Philippines, which is why I did this video. Hard to figure out what would be helpful and useful to mention. Hopefully it's helpful. Probably longer than it needed to be. Robot on @VespaMotorsport has some useful videos on it. Just a few currently. They're in San Diego and do a lot of custom work. The dealer here in the Los Angeles area is in Sherman Oaks and they discourage customization.
@@RandyDreammaker Yeah, a lot of the videos I saw were in German or Italian. Sherman Oaks set up really nice. They are delivering it on Friday. Can't wait!
Other way around. Piaggio Corporation is the maker of Vespa scooters.
True. Vespa is more recognized brand wise, so I added Vespa to the title to help those who only know that name to discover the amazing Piaggio line. The Piaggio design center is actually in my city here in California, unfortunately they do not sell at that location.
@@RandyDreammaker Piaggio is one of the few serious businesses in Italy, most businesses are registered as SRL which means very limited responsibility (for example in case of bankruptcy) while Piaggio is registered as SPA which means company that is quoted in the stocks or corporation.
They have a fully loaded Piaggio factory in Vietnam which serves the Asian and the Oceania markets and also they distribute the spare parts with other parts of the world too.
I would "never" buy a Vespa because it's not safe to ride and also it's very very expensive!
I own a Beverly. Bought 10 years ago. Downside. Parts are ridiculously expensive. Next time I will buy a Korean scooter. Not Chinese, Korean. Big difference in quality.
Thank you for your video. Even though I have a 2020 GTS 300 Supersport HPE that I love, I confess that I'm interested in the BV 400. I'm just a smidge under 5'7'' and, correct me if I am wrong, but your bike has about a 33-inch high seat, and I think that is about two inches taller than mine. I wonder about my being able to handle it versus the Vespa. Other advantages of yours are a higher top end speed that helps with getting out of others' way in emergencies and the larger tires that aid stability. It's a beautiful bike and thanks for sharing.
nice review
Thanks.
so beautiful ❤❤❤
Another powerful one if the Kymco AK 550 which is available here in the US as well.
My 2021 BV400 The Beverley here in Australia now has 21000 kilometres on the clock..It is an awesome machine. It’s good for urban running about and also for open road and freeway touring. Top speed? Who cares, I have no problem passing slower vehicles at speeds up to 140kph , 85mph and with our speed limits and painful Penalties that’s plenty. I would like a parking brake and Piaggio has one that works by the side stand maybe in future models.
Just use the center stand...
I've the latest built of the 350 and I simply love it.
The Beverly has many top features and specifications like the nice and small size, the very low center of gravity which helps for a very stable riding style.
I used to have a motorbike and on the freeway was not stable with winds but once I jumped on the Beverly I felt like something magic was happening, the scooter is very very stable at high speeds with front and side winds.
Another great feature is the long service scheduling which is every 10,000Km.
And the range also is great.
Agree. I missed buying the 350 by about three weeks. The 400 came out right when I actually had the money to buy one and suddenly none of the dealers here in California had any BV 350s. I did find one dealer who had two, but they were only willing to give me $350 USD off between the cost of the Beverly (BV350 and the 400) So of course I went with the 400. Great scooters, wherever you are.
Good review. I use to own a 2017 BV350.
As for the warranty - you displayed 4 years for $700, but it's really 2 years for $700 isn't it?
Thanks! I almost bought a BV350, but they just ended the line when the BV 400 was released and all the dealers said it is a much better vehicle. So yes, you get two years warranty for free, and you can buy an additional two years for $700.
Hiya... I notice you have the standard windscreen installed. Is this size adequate for your frame?
No
It's 399cc and also how often do you ride? 49mpg in the city with a 3.2 gal tank is 156 miles. You have't filled up in a month? I ride about 500 miles a week, currently have a 2017 bv350
Well, I have a Honda Element 2003 that I use when the Piaggio isn't suitable for what I am doing, but overall, I average around 1,500 miles a year between the two of them. So I am almost to my first 600 mile service. I was a small business owner and all my work was done out of my home and within my city, so I do not have to put a ton of miles on my vehicles like when I used to commute out of the area an hour. I am currently averaging around 52 miles per gallon in the city.
@@RandyDreammaker I send greetings to you from Turkey. My friend, when traveling to the city center, do you travel 52 km with 1 gallon of fuel? What is your average speed when traveling city center? When you travel between cities, how many kilometers do you travel with 1 gallon of fuel? What is your speed between cities? thank you very much
I'm riding beverly 350. Great too but wish there was park brake because it's heavy scooter.
There are several aftermarket solutions, mechanisms attached to the left brake lever, which can block it in pulled position. Or, just use a velcro sinch strap to keep that brake lever pulled
Ill take my 2023 Xmax 300 all day long for 6299 out the door.....90mph ....super smooth. Plenty of storage 2 full size helmets plus more.....plenty of leg room for my 34" inseam....big color screen with Garmin and blue tooth hands free useage
Have you tried to carry a passenger and go on the highway? How are the stability and top speed? (Currently deciding between Xmax and bv400s. I would say I like almost everything about Xmax more however the only thing I'm worried about is its power. Not sure if it’s sufficient) thanks
My friend and his wife have no trouble on hiway cruises and together I would say they weigh 350 lbs combined !
@@user-tv8ut5mr4l thanks
i’ve seen a video about a stock beverly 400 goes over 100 mph 🥵
Must be modified somehow to be able to reach 100. 95MPH is on the high end for top speed. I've had mine up there, but I'm not in that big of a hurry to get anywhere. =D
@@RandyDreammaker how much do you weigh and what were the conditions? Where you going up hill? Where you riding into the wind?
310 freeway?
Did you buy it from Robot?
No. Robot is in San Diego 2 1/2 hours away. When you buy a scooter this big, basically a 400 CC Motorcycle, you need to buy it close enough for the dealer to deliver it for free, unless you own a pick-up truck or motorcycle trailer. I am by the Rose Bowl, so I bought it at the Los Angeles Vespa in Sherman Oaks.
My current ride is a Burgman 400; sold the BV500 and don't miss the 100cc and all the problems associated with Italian's junks.
I've never heard of a BV 500, is that only available outside of the USA? I've never had a 100cc so I have no perspective on it. The Burgman 400 is a really nice outdated and old technology machine with a large seat, nice riding position for touring, but compared to the new BV 400 also known as the Beverly 400 outside of the USA, the Burgman's performance on highway and freeway driving isn't as safe, since it settles in at around 65 mph and if you need power real quick beyond that to get out of danger, it just doesn't have the power that the Piaggio BV 400 has. Plus, the Piaggio BV 400 2022 and 2023 is all new tech and Euro 5 compliant. Suzuki is been sitting on its outdate design for years, only changing the paint color and once in a while adding something different, but technology wise and performance wise, is just old. Great scooter, but old.
First generation had 500cc version
Kymco,s are better!
@@royromero8496Cheaper to buy, just as reliable and cheaper parts.
I own a superbike collection both japanese and euro models = all models . Euro bikes have beaten the japanese bikes in every comparison for 16 years strait .!!! You live out in the middle eastern desert . You are just a clueless japanese fanboy . I forgot more than you know about bikes .
the front looks like Honda click150/adv350
Looks like you haven't had a broken rear license plate holder yet
Nope, because I bought a good license plate holder as discussed in this video ua-cam.com/video/hHxXY-62xlA/v-deo.html
Not dimming you headlights at night makes you a jerk. Even on dim you are visible at night.
The BV 400 is obviously a better scooter than any Vespa but it's really bland looking, plus it's clad in plastic. Piaggio needs to use this 400 cc engine in Vespa scooters. I'm excited about the forthcoming Lambretta G350.
But the wheels of the vespa are too small...it's true that the beverly has a lot of plastic's on it.
The ride on the beverly is far better than the vespa. I've had them both..
How can you say it's the best wrong bmw c400gt and Suzuki 400 need to be tested side by side don't say it's the best just because it indicates 95 mph GPS is accurate speedometer, s are notoriously optimistic.
It's not a vespa
Riding with |Headlights on will only Dazell the on coming traffic and put you more at risk than with normal lights on. Show consideration to other road users well as well as your self, you dazzel them they loose sight of the road and could collide with oncoming traffic. in 23 yrs of riding i have never put high beam on in a fuck you I'm alright attitude!
:)
Think my 2023 Yamaha tech max 300 is better in every way but saying that I like this bike too
Have you tried to carry a passenger and go on the highway? How are the stability and top speed? (Currently deciding between Xmax and bv400s. I would say I like almost everything about Xmax more however the only thing I'm worried about is its power. Not sure if it’s sufficient) thanks
Xmax had plenty of power !!!