Segment: Scooter
Production years: 2008, 2009
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The Scarabeo 500 is the biggest classic-looks scooter on Aprilia's roster, a two-wheelers designed for those in search of a vehicle combining the brawn of a motorcycle and the ease of use scooters are famous for. Powered by a no-nonsense engine which delivers 39 hp and solid 43 Nm of torque to match, the 2008 Scarabeo 500 is ready to take on the urban traffic, while at the same time, it longs for the long summer rides, too.
With increased weather protection and flagship-grade ergonomics, the 2008 Aprilia Scarabeo 500 is just the right way to enjoy the open road, even if not on a motorcycle.
APRILIA Scarabeo 500 2008-2009
APRILIA Scarabeo 500 460
| engine specs | Type: | Liquid cooled single cylinder four stroke, single overhead cam (SOHC), 4 valves. | Displacement: | 460 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | 3.6x2.7 in OR 91 mm | Compression Ratio: | 10.5:1 | Horsepower: | 39/7500 KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | 32/7500 lb-ft/RPM OR 43/7500 Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | Electronic Fuel injection |
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| transmission specs | Gearbox: | Automatic variator. | Clutch: | Automatic centrifugal | Primary Drive: | V belt | Final Drive: | Gearbox |
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| chassis specs | Frame: | High strength tubular steel frame with closed double cradle | Front Suspension: | 40 mm hydraulic fork, wheel travel 103 mm | Rear Suspension: | Two double acting shock absorbers with 4 spring preload settings, wheel travel 100 mm. | Front Brake: | Twin 260 mm stainless steel discs. Floating calipers with two parallel pistons. Integral braking system. | Rear Brake: | 240 mm stainless steel disc. Fixed caliper with two pistons. Integral braking system. |
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| dimension specs | Overall Length: | 89.1 in OR 2263 mm | Overall Width: | 30.1 in OR 765 mm | Seat Height: | 30.7 in OR 780 mm | Wheelbase: | 60.4 in OR 1534 mm | Ground Clearance: | - | Weight: | 417 lbs OR 189 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 3.4 gallons OR 12.9 L |
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| tyres specs | Front: | 110/70 x 16 | Rear: | 150/70 x 14 |
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