Scooters
2011Piaggio BV Tourer 500
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The 2011 Piaggio BV Tourer 500 is a practical maxi-scooter designed for commuters and touring riders seeking comfortable, accessible urban and longer-distance travel. Known for its spacious seating, ample fuel capacity, and user-friendly electric starter, it combines manageable weight with stable handling. The vehicle excels as a reliable, economical alternative to traditional motorcycles for everyday riding and weekend getaways.
- Capacity
- 492.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Wet weight
- 189.0 kg
- Seat height
- 775 mm
- Power
- 38.9 HP
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a comfortable maxi-scooter for commuting and light touring rather than outright performance.
- Built for
- A relaxed, practical machine that favors ease of use, weather protection, and smooth automatic power delivery over sportiness.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders seeking sharp cornering performance, high top-speed thrills, or any off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 492.0 ccm
- Power
- 38.9 HP
- CO2 Emissions
- 3 CO2 g/km
- Torque
- 43.0 Nm (4.4 kgf-m) @ 5500 RPM
- Engine type
- Single single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2058 HP/kg
- Bore x stroke
- 92.0 x 69.0 mm
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
Performance
- Top speed
- 129.0 km/h (80.2 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1550 mm
- Overall length
- 2115 mm
- Overall width
- 770 mm
- Seat height
- 775 mm
- Wet weight
- 189.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 13.10 litres
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- Telescopic hydraulic forks, 41 mm
- Rear suspension
- Two dual effect hydraulic dampers
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 260 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 110/70-16
- Rear tyre
- 140/70-14
Other
- Color options
- Black, white
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 492.00 ccm (30.02 cubic inches) | 492.00 ccm (30.02 cubic inches) |
| Seat height | 775 mm (30.5 inches) | 775 mm (30.5 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 13.10 litres (3.46 gallons) | 13.10 litres (3.46 gallons) |
| Color options | Black, white | White |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Piaggio BV Tourer 500?
The 2011 Piaggio BV Tourer 500 has a Capacity of 492.0 ccm (30.02 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Piaggio BV Tourer 500 have?
The 2011 Piaggio BV Tourer 500 has a Power of 38.9 HP.
What is the torque of the Piaggio BV Tourer 500?
The 2011 Piaggio BV Tourer 500 has a Torque of 43.0 Nm (4.4 kgf-m or 31.7 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM.
How much does the Piaggio BV Tourer 500 weigh?
The 2011 Piaggio BV Tourer 500 has a Wet weight of 189.0 kg (416.7 pounds).
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