EICMA 2025: Italjet Roadster 400 Blends Retro Charm with Cyberpunk Style
At EICMA 2025 in Milan, Italjet surprised the crowd with something that looked straight out of a sci-fi movie yet was deeply rooted in classic Italian design. The all-new Italjet Roadster 400 marks a bold new chapter for the brand, blending retro charm with cyberpunk-inspired styling in a way that feels both nostalgic and futuristic.
Design Philosophy: Retro Meets Cyberpunk
Italjet’s Roadster 400 is more than a scooter; it is a design statement. The company describes it as a blend of classic silhouettes of the past and the aerodynamics of fighter jets. The result is a shape that feels like The Jetsons met Blade Runner in an Italian design studio. With turbine-like side ducts that cool the hidden radiators and a matte black and bronze finish, the Roadster 400 stands out even in a sea of concept machines.
The detailing elevates it to a work of art. The multi-textured seat upholstery, billet aluminium wheels, and CNC-machined lever guards with integrated LED turn signals speak of precision and purpose. Italjet’s designers clearly want to show that a scooter can be more than just urban transport; it can be a sculpture on two wheels.
Engineering with Artistic Precision
Beneath the aesthetic flair lies Italjet’s signature engineering creativity. The Roadster 400 debuts a new Dynamic Linkage Articulated steering system, replacing the Dragster’s single-sided setup with something more complex and elegant. The twin Nissin brake callipers and Öhlins shocks, mounted in unconventional positions, reflect Italjet’s obsession with doing things differently.
While official specs remain under wraps, it is safe to assume the Roadster 400 uses a powertrain similar to the Dragster’s belt-driven setup, likely around the 400 cc mark. The twin Akrapovič exhausts tucked under the seat add performance character to its design-driven soul.
Premium Appeal and Urban Luxury
In a world where scooters are often practical and predictable, the Italjet Roadster 400 flips the narrative. It is aimed at riders who want luxury, design, and individuality in one package. The combination of bronze accents, hidden hardware, and flowing bodywork shows Italjet’s mastery of design minimalism wrapped in Italian flair.
More than just a product, it represents a lifestyle shift. The Roadster 400 reimagines urban mobility as an experience where style is as important as motion. Cities like Milan, Tokyo, and Dubai are ready for scooters that look as good parked as they do in motion.
Beyond the Display
The Italjet Roadster 400 is not just another scooter unveiled at EICMA 2025; it is a vision of what two-wheeled design can become. Italjet has dared to turn mobility into an art form, proving that innovation does not need to sacrifice beauty. Beyond the bright lights of EICMA, the Roadster 400 stands as a reminder that the future of scooters can be as thrilling as the past that inspired them.
