Scooters
2008Aprilia Scarabeo 50 Street
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The 2008 Aprilia Scarabeo 50 Street is a stylish urban scooter ideal for commuters and new riders seeking practical city transport. Powered by a fuel-injected 50cc four-stroke engine with automatic transmission, it delivers reliable performance and easy handling. Known for its contemporary design and economical operation, the Scarabeo excels in navigating congested streets and tight parking situations.
- Capacity
- 49.4 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
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- 780 mm
- Power
- 5.4 HP (4.0 kW)
What’s new for the 2008 Aprilia Scarabeo 50 Street
vs the 2007| Spec | 2007 | 2008 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat height | 760 mm (29.9 inches) | 780 mm (30.7 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.50 litres (1.45 US gallons) | 7.50 litres (1.98 US gallons) |
| Front suspension | 28 mm hydraulic fork | Telescopic hydraulic fork |
| Rear suspension | Hydraulic monoshock pivoting on the engine-transmission assembly | Single hydraulic shock absorber pivoting on engine-transmission assembly |
| Compression | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for short urban hops, errands, and commuting rather than any kind of performance riding.
- Built for
- A friendly, no-drama 50cc automatic scooter that prioritizes ease of use and city maneuverability over speed or excitement.
- Not ideal for
- Not suitable for highway riding, long-distance touring, or riders wanting real acceleration or power.
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
- 49.4 ccm
- Power
- 5.4 HP (4.0 kW)
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Bore x stroke
- 41.0 x 37.4 mm
- Compression
- 10.5:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric & kick
- Ignition
- Electronic capacitor discharge.
- Lubrication system
- Separate mixer with mechanical pump.
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Automatic centrifugal
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1250 mm
- Overall length
- 1905 mm
- Overall width
- 705 mm
- Overall height
- 1270 mm
- Seat height
- 780 mm
- Fuel capacity
- 7.50 litres
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 2.00 litres
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- Telescopic hydraulic fork
- Rear suspension
- Single hydraulic shock absorber pivoting on engine-transmission assembly
- Front wheel travel
- 80 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 68 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Rear brakes diameter
- 140 mm
- Front tyre
- 80/80-16
- Rear tyre
- 90/80-16
Other
- Color options
- Rosa, black, grey, blue, red
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 | 2008 | 2012 | 2015 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc |
| Seat height | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm | 775 mm | 775 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 8 L | 7.5 L | 7.5 L | 7.5 L | 7.5 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 50 Street?
The 2008 Aprilia Scarabeo 50 Street has a Capacity of 49.4 ccm (3.01 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Aprilia Scarabeo 50 Street have?
The 2008 Aprilia Scarabeo 50 Street has a Power of 5.4 HP (4.0 kW).
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