Scooters
2008Piaggio MP3 400
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The 2008 Piaggio MP3 400 is a distinctive three-wheeled scooter designed for riders seeking stability and comfort in urban commuting. Its unique dual-front-wheel design and 399cc liquid-cooled engine deliver confident handling and reasonable performance. Best known for its innovative parallelogram front suspension system, the MP3 400 suits practical riders who prioritize safety and easy maintenance over traditional two-wheeled scooter dynamics.
- Capacity
- 399.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Wet weight
- 238.0 kg
- Seat height
- 780 mm
- Power
- 35.0 HP (25.7 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a premium three-wheeled urban commuter that also handles longer rides comfortably thanks to its stability and weather-resistant twin front wheels.
- Built for
- A refined, stable, and confidence-inspiring machine that leans into corners smoothly while offering car-like security through its dual front wheels.
- Not ideal for
- Not suited for off-road use, track riding, or riders seeking a lightweight, sporty, or budget-friendly two-wheeler.
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
- 399.0 ccm
- Power
- 35.0 HP (25.7 kW)
- EPA Certificate No.
- 8PVMC.399M59-016
- EPA CO Emissions
- 1.3 CO g/km
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1471 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 84.0 x 72.0 mm
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Clutch
- Automatic dry centrifuge with damper buffers
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1580 mm
- Overall length
- 2159 mm
- Overall width
- 744 mm
- Seat height
- 780 mm
- Wet weight
- 238.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 12.10 litres
- Oil capacity
- 0.90 litres
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Twin cradle made of high-strength steel tubes
- Front suspension
- Parallelogram, cantilever
- Rear suspension
- Twin hydraulic shock absorbers with pre-load adjuster
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-12
- Rear tyre
- 140/70-14
Other
- Color options
- Midnight Blue, Excalibur Silver
- Fuel Tank Material
- Plastic
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 | 2008 | 2012 | 2016 | 2020 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 399 cc | 399 cc | 399 cc | 399 cc | 399 cc |
| Seat height | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 12.1 L | 12.1 L | 12.1 L | 12.1 L | 13.7 L |
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 MP3 400?
The 2008 Piaggio MP3 400 has a Capacity of 399.0 ccm (24.35 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Piaggio MP3 400 have?
The 2008 Piaggio MP3 400 has a Power of 35.0 HP (25.7 kW).
How much does the Piaggio MP3 400 weigh?
The 2008 Piaggio MP3 400 has a Wet weight of 238.0 kg (524.7 pounds).
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