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Piaggio MP3 500 - 2012 Specifications and Reviews

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General information

CategoryScooter
Year2012
ModelPiaggio MP3 500

Engine and Transmission Specifications

DrivelineTwist-and-go CVT
ClutchAutomatic dry centrifugal
Transmission type,final driveBelt
GearboxAutomatic
Cooling systemLiquid
Lubrication systemWet sump
IgnitionElectronic inductive discharge
Fuel controlSOHC
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Bore x stroke94.0 x 71.0 mm (3.7 x 2.8 inches)
Top speed143.2 km/h (89.0 mph)
Torque42.30 Nm (4.3 kgf-m or 31.2 ft.lbs) @ 5500
Power40.00
Engine detailsPiaggio Master engine
Engine typeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Capacity:492.70 ccm (30.06 cubic inches)
 
 

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels

Rear brakes diameter260 mm (10.2 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc. Twin piston
Front brakes diameter240 mm (9.4 inches)
Front brakesDouble disc. Twin piston
Rear tyre dimensions140/70-14
Front tyre dimensions120/70-12
Rear suspension travel110 mm (4.3 inches)
Rear suspension2 double acting hydraulic shock absorbers, swing arm.
Front suspension travel110 mm (4.3 inches)
Front suspensionTilting parallelogram with 4 arms supporting 2 steering tubes.
Frame typeDouble cradle trellis made if high-strength steel tubes

Physical measures and capacities

Fuel capacity12.11 litres (3.20 gallons)
Wheelbase1,549 mm (61.0 inches)
Overall width775 mm (30.5 inches)
Overall length2,160 mm (85.0 inches)
Overall height1,350 mm (53.1 inches)
Seat height785 mm (30.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc245.0 kg (540.1 pounds)

Other specs

CommentsItalian brand.
InstrumentsElectronic/analogical rev counter and speedometer with multifunctional LCD display
Reserve fuel capacity4.50 litres (1.19 gallons)
Wheelbase1,470 mm (57.9 inches)
Ground clearance162 mm (6.4 inches)
Power/weight ratio0.5909 HP/kg
Dry weight198.0 kg (436.5 pounds)
WheelsExcel spoke rims with aluminium channel
Rear tyre180/55-R17
Front tyre120/70-R17
Rear wheel travel150 mm (5.9 inches)
Rear SuspensionOval steel tube swin arm. Single lateral shock absorber with fully adjustable pibby tank
Front wheel travel150 mm (5.9 inches)
Front SuspensionMarzocchi upside-down fork
Trail100 mm (3.9 inches)
Rake (fork angle)24.5°
Exhaust system3-way catalytic converter with oxygen sensor.
Emission detailsEuro 3.
Valves per cylinder4
Bore x Stroke107.0 x 66.0 mm (4.2 x 2.6 inches)
Torque102.00 Nm (10.4 kgf-m or 75.2 ft.lbs) @ 6700 Revolutions">RPM
Capacity:1187.00 ccm (72.43 cubic inches)
ModelMoto Morini 9 1-2
Color optionsRed, black
Factory warranty12 months, without mileage restriction.
StarterElectric

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