APRILIA Atlantic 500 (2003-2004) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 2003, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer released the Aprilia Atlantic 500, the largest displacement scooter of the Atlantic family that debuted in 2001 and ended production in 2004 when it was replaced by the Atlantic Sprint 500, which was based on the same chassis as the 125 and 200cc models.

The Aprilia Atlantic was a mid-to-high-end low-wheel scooter made by Aprilia in late 2001 and continued production until 2014. Some similar models from other manufacturers included the Yamaha XMAX, Suzuki Burgman, Piaggio X9, and Piaggio X10.

The Atlantic 500 was developed in conjunction with Marabese Design and was Aprilia's maxi scooter and the top model for performance and comfort. The 2003 model was in its third production year and had the same specifications as the previous model.

In the visual department, the scooter had standard features, such as a body covered with fairings, a single large headlight, a tall windscreen, a two-up seat with passenger grab rails and backrest, a side stand, and five-spoke aluminum wheels.

Regarding power, the 2003 Aprilia Atlantic 500 had installed a 460cc four-stroke liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine underneath its fairing, boasting 39 hp at 7,250 rpm and 41 Nm (30 lb-ft) torque at 5,500 rpm.

As for the stopping power, the scooter had installed two 260 mm brake rotors on the front wheel coupled to three-piston calipers. In contrast, the rear wheel was controlled by a 220 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper.