Scooters
2009Aprilia Scarabeo 250
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The 2009 Aprilia Scarabeo 250 is a practical mid-size scooter designed for commuters and casual riders seeking reliable urban transport. Powered by a liquid-cooled 244cc four-stroke engine with automatic transmission, it delivers responsive performance with a top speed of 140 km/h. Known for its balanced handling, fuel efficiency, and easy-to-use nature, the Scarabeo suits riders valuing comfort and dependability over sportiness.
- Capacity
- 244.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 169.0 kg
- Seat height
- 785 mm
- Power
- 24.4 HP (17.9 kW)
What’s new for the 2009 Aprilia Scarabeo 250
vs the 2008| Spec | 2008 | 2009 |
|---|---|---|
| Top speed | — | 140.0 km/h (87.0 mph) |
| Dry weight | 189.0 kg (416.7 pounds) | 169.0 kg (372.6 pounds) |
| Seat height | 793 mm (31.2 inches) | 785 mm (30.9 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 13.20 litres (3.49 US gallons) | 11.00 litres (2.91 US gallons) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed primarily as an urban and suburban commuter scooter that also copes with occasional short highway stints.
- Built for
- A practical, maxi-scooter with big-wheel stability and enough mid-range torque to feel relaxed rather than sporty around town.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders seeking high-speed touring, off-road capability, or genuine sport-bike performance.
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
- 244.0 ccm
- Power
- 24.4 HP (17.9 kW)
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1444 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 72.0 x 60.0 mm
- Compression
- 11.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Indictive
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Forced wet crankcase lubrication with trochoidal pump
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Automatic centrifugal
Performance
- Top speed
- 140.0 km/h (87.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1415 mm
- Overall length
- 2030 mm
- Overall width
- 765 mm
- Overall height
- 1411 mm
- Seat height
- 785 mm
- Dry weight
- 169.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 11.00 litres
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 2.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- High-strength double-cradle tubular trellis frame with excellent characteristics of stiffness and torsional rigidity
- Front suspension
- Hydraulic fork
- Rear suspension
- Double acting hydraulic shock absorber with preload adjustment
- Front wheel travel
- 110 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 90 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 260 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 110/80-16
- Rear tyre
- 130/80-16
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 | 2005 | 2006 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 244 cc | 244 cc | 244 cc | 244 cc | 244 cc |
| Dry weight | 189 kg | 189 kg | 189 kg | 169 kg | 169 kg |
| Seat height | 800 mm | 793 mm | 793 mm | 785 mm | 785 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 9.5 L | 8 L | 13.2 L | 11 L | 10 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 Aprilia Scarabeo 250?
The 2009 Aprilia Scarabeo 250 has a Capacity of 244.0 ccm (14.89 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Aprilia Scarabeo 250 have?
The 2009 Aprilia Scarabeo 250 has a Power of 24.4 HP (17.9 kW).
How much does the Aprilia Scarabeo 250 weigh?
The 2009 Aprilia Scarabeo 250 has a Dry weight of 169.0 kg (372.6 pounds).
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