Engineering:Gilera CBA
| Manufacturer | Gilera |
|---|---|
| Also called | Piaggio Vespa Grande |
| Parent company | Piaggio |
| Production | 1977-1989 |
| Assembly | Arcore, Italy |
| Successor | Gilera Trend |
| Class | Moped |
| Engine | 49.28 cm³ Two-stroke air-cooled |
| Top speed | 45 km/h |
| Power | 1 kW (1.47 CV) |
| Tires | 2.5x16” |
| Wheelbase | 1130 mm |
| Dimensions | L: 1720 mm W: 650 mm H: 1080 mm |
| Weight | 55 kg (dry) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.7L (of which 0.7L reserve) |
| Related | Piaggio Ciao Piaggio Boxer Piaggio Si Gilera CB1 |
The Gilera CBA is a moped produced by the Italian manufacturer Gilera from 1977 to 1989.
In the North American market it was sold by the American division of Piaggio, the Vespa of America Corporation, as Piaggio Vespa Grande.
History
The name CBA is the abbreviation of italian Ciclomotore bitubo automatico (translated as Automatic twin-tube moped).[1] Like the Piaggio Si, the Ciao and many other mopeds of the time, it was equipped with pedals and a two-stroke engine cooled air of 49 cm³ with lateral feed on the crankcase, hooked down to the frame with the cylinder arranged horizontally.
It was joined by the Gilera CB1 model which was equipped with 4-speed gearbox, vertical cylinder in chromed aluminum, crank start and the classic chain transmission. The very robust CB1 engine was derived from the engines of the cross and trial models.
The CBA, on the other hand, shared all the mechanics (engine and transmission system, wheel size and brake mechanics) of all the other contemporary mopeds of the same family (Ciao, Si, Boxer, Bravo).
Structured in such a way as to reduce space, the tank was obtained inside the frame itself, which also guaranteed strength and a design innovative and lean due to the designer Paolo Martin.[2] Likewise, this design allowed for a front storage space with a flap, anchored to the frame under the steering head and accessible from the space between the frame and the front wheel. In addition to the pedals, it also had two folding footrests, placed in the lower part of this storage compartment.
All versions were available in single speed or with variator.
Versions
First Series (1977-82)
Easily recognizable by the fuel cap under the handlebar. The stock spoked wheels could be replaced by optional alloy wheels. The saddle could be fixed single-seater or long and foldable.[3]
Second Series (1982-87)
It differs from the previous one for the long saddle with a more modern shape with storage compartment and the fuel cap under it, the shape of the plastics, the standard alloy wheels. Small storage under the horn. Chrome headlight body and muffler available as optional.
Super Sport (1987-89)
It differs from the previous model for the small fairing that surrounds the light, the plastic under the saddle with number plate and various painted details.
References
- ↑ Brizio Pignacca, Valerio Boni, Moto Gilera. A century of technique and sport, Giorgio Nada Editore, Vimodrone (MI), 2009, p. 246, ISBN 978-88-7911-483-7
- ↑ "DESIGN: GILERA CBA 50 (1977-78), DI PAOLO MARTIN". 6 August 2009. http://www.virtualcar.it/design-gilera-cba-50-1977-78-di-paolo-martin/. Retrieved 28 April 2022.
- ↑ "New Gilera moped automatic". 23 April 1977. http://www.archiviolastampa.it/component/option,com_lastampa/task,search/mod,libera/action,viewer/Itemid,3/page,17/articleid,1092_01_1977_0086_0017_15588574/. Retrieved 28 April 2022.
External links
- "Gilera CBA, CB1, Vale, Eco, 50 GSA brochure" (in Italian). http://www.gilera-bi4.it/download/brochures/CBA_CB1_vale_eco_50GSA_brochure.pdf. Retrieved 4 May 2022.
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