Italjet Dragster 700: You have heard about superbikes, but have you heard about a super-scooter?

Superbikes are known for their performance, but Italian two-wheeler manufacturer Italjet is bringing a rather unusual proposition to India: a super-scooter. The company has unveiled its Dragster range for the Indian market at EICMA 2026 in Milan, with the flagship Dragster 700 packing a 698cc twin-cylinder engine, 70hp and hardware more commonly associated with high-performance motorcycles.Italjet is entering India through a strategic partnership with Motohaus India, a Kolhapur-based distributor that also represents Brixton Motorcycles and VLF. The Dragster range will be assembled locally at Motohaus India's manufacturing facility in Kolhapur, Maharashtra. The Dragster 700 is expected to be priced at around Rs 12 lakh (ex-showroom), although the final pricing will be announced closer to its launch.Italjet Dragster 700: What makes it a super-scooter?The Dragster 700 sits at the top of Italjet's India-bound line-up and is far removed from the conventional understanding of a scooter.Power comes from a 698cc, liquid-cooled, twin-cylinder engine that develops 70bhp and 70Nm of torque. It is paired with a six-speed gearbox, an unusual configuration for a scooter and one that underlines its performance-oriented positioning. The mechanical package is equally distinctive. The scooter gets an exposed tubular steel trellis frame, giving it an unconventional appearance, while its suspension setup comprises fully adjustable upside-down front forks and a rear monoshock, both sourced from Marzocchi. It runs on 15-inch wheels wrapped in Pirelli tyres, measuring 120-section at the front and 160-section at the rear.Braking hardware comes from Brembo, with twin 270mm discs at the front and a 260mm disc at the rear. Dual-channel ABS and traction control are also part of the standard equipment.The equipment list includes full LED lighting and a TFT instrument console. Buyers will also have the option of adding features such as heated grips and an anti-theft system. Italjet will offer a standard 24-month manufacturer warranty, while details of extended warranty packages have not yet been disclosed.Italjet Dragster 459 and Dragster 300: Other India-bound scootersAlongside the flagship, Italjet will introduce the Dragster 459 and Dragster 300 in India. The former is powered by a 449cc, liquid-cooled, parallel-twin engine producing 47.58bhp at 9,500rpm and 41Nm at 8,000rpm. It also gets a six-speed gearbox, Marzocchi suspension, Pirelli tyres and Brembo braking hardware. Like the 700, it comes equipped with dual-channel ABS and traction control.The entry point to the range will be the Dragster 300, which uses a 278cc, liquid-cooled engine producing 23.8bhp at 8,250rpm and 26Nm of torque at 6,250rpm.Italjet India launch and delivery timelineItaljet will make its India debut at India Bike Week (IBW) on December 4 and 5, 2026. The three scooters will form part of the brand's initial product offensive in the country, with local assembly planned at Motohaus India's Kolhapur facility.Deliveries of the India-bound Dragster range are expected to begin in the second quarter of 2027. More details, including final prices, India-specific specifications and availability, will be revealed at a later stage.Subscribe to Auto Today Magazine - Ends