| Attribute | Maico Maicoletta 247 1966 × | James Colonel 225 1959 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1966 | 1959 |
| Make | Maico | James |
| Model | Maico Maicoletta 247 | James Colonel 225 |
| Category | Scooter | Allround |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Single cylinder, two-stroke | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Fuel system | Carburettor | Carburettor |
| Displacement (cm³) | 247 | 225 |
| Power (kw) | 10.2 | 7 |
| Cooling system | - | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Bore (mm) | 67 | 63 |
| Stroke (mm) | 70 | 72 |
| Gearbox | - | 4-speed |
| Clutch | - | Wet multiplate |
| Compression | - | 7.0:1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | - | Hydraulic telescopic |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Frame type | - | Single cradle |
| Front tyre | - | 3-18 |
| Rear tyre | - | 3-18 |
| Seat | Dual | Dual |
| Wheels | Spoked | - |
| Other | ||
| Starter | - | Kick |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 109 | 80 |