PIAGGIO BV Tourer 500 (2008-2009) Specs, Performance & Photos
Segment: Scooter
Production years: 2008, 2009
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The 2009 MY Piaggio BV Tourer 500 is a big-displacement (in the scooter world), machine that is capable of long hauls, solo or two-up. At its heart lies a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 460cc, single cylinder Piaggio MASTER lump mated to a continuously variable transmission. This lump is capable of producing 39 horsepower and 43 Nm of torque. it comes standard with a large windshield, for improved protection against the elements, as well as a dual hydraulic shock absorber with a four-position spring pre-load, which makes for a more plush ride, as well as improve the overall maneuverability of this two-wheeler. In addition, it features a under-seat storage compartment that can fit a full-sized helmet, as well as a smaller, front storage compartment.
PIAGGIO BV Tourer 500 2008-2009
PIAGGIO BV Tourer 500 460
| engine specs | Type: | liquid-cooled, single cylinder, four-stroke catalytic Piaggio MASTER | Displacement: | 460 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | 3.6x2.7 in OR 91 mm | Compression Ratio: | - | Horsepower: | 39/7500 KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | 32/5500 lb-ft/RPM OR 43/5500 Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | EFI |
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| transmission specs | Gearbox: | CVT | Clutch: | dry, centrifugal, automatic | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | - |
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| chassis specs | Frame: | twin cradle, high-tensile steel tubes | Front Suspension: | 41mm telescopic hydraulic forks | Rear Suspension: | two dual effect hydraulic dampers, four-position coil spring | Front Brake: | dual 260 mm discs, 2-piston calipers | Rear Brake: | 240 mm disc |
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| dimension specs | Overall Length: | 87.2 in OR 2215 mm | Overall Width: | 30.3 in OR 770 mm | Seat Height: | 30.9 in OR 785 mm | Wheelbase: | 61 in OR 1549 mm | Ground Clearance: | - | Weight: | 417 lbs OR 189 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 3.5 gallons OR 13.2 L |
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| tyres specs | Front: | 110/70, 16in | Rear: | 150/70, 14in |
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