Scooters
2009Aprilia Scarabeo 500
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The 2009 Aprilia Scarabeo 500 is a practical maxi-scooter ideal for commuters and riders seeking comfortable urban mobility. Its 460cc liquid-cooled engine delivers reliable performance with good torque for everyday riding. Known for user-friendly handling and ample storage, it suits riders prioritizing convenience and efficiency over sportiness.
- Capacity
- 459.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 2-speed
- Dry weight
- 189.0 kg
- Seat height
- 785 mm
- Power
- 37.5 HP (28.0 kW) @ 7750 RPM
What’s new for the 2009 Aprilia Scarabeo 500
vs the 2008| Spec | 2008 | 2009 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 39.4 HP (29.4 kW) @ 7250 RPM | 37.5 HP (28.0 kW) @ 7750 RPM |
| Seat height | 793 mm (31.2 inches) | 785 mm (30.9 inches) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a maxi-scooter for comfortable commuting and light touring, blending automatic convenience with enough performance for highway travel.
- Built for
- A relaxed, practical companion that prioritizes comfort, weather protection, and effortless twist-and-go riding over outright speed or sporty engagement.
- Not ideal for
- Not suited for off-road adventures, track enthusiasts chasing lean angles, or riders wanting raw performance and manual gearbox engagement.
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
- 459.0 ccm
- Power
- 37.5 HP (28.0 kW) @ 7750 RPM
- EPA Certificate No.
- 9PVMC0.45VRU-021
- EPA CO Emissions
- 1.0 CO g/km
- Torque
- 43.0 Nm (4.4 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1984 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 92.0 x 69.0 mm
- Compression
- 10.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Inductive
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump. Forced circulation with mechanical pump.
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 2-speed
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Automatic centrifugal.
Performance
- Top speed
- 160.0 km/h (99.4 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1535 mm
- Overall length
- 2310 mm
- Overall width
- 765 mm
- Overall height
- 1411 mm
- Seat height
- 785 mm
- Dry weight
- 189.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 13.20 litres
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 2.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- High strength tubular steel frame with closed double cradle.
- Front suspension
- Hydraulic fork, sleeve diameter 40 mm.
- Rear suspension
- Engine functions as swinging fork swingarm, linked to the frame by dual connecting rods and two radial silent blocks. Two double-action gas shock absorbers with preload adjustment.
- Front wheel travel
- 100 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 110 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 260 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 110/70-16
- Rear tyre
- 150/70-14
Other
- 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 | 2004 | 2006 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 460 cc | 458 cc | 459 cc | 459 cc | 493 cc | 493 cc |
| Dry weight | 189 kg | 189 kg | 189 kg | 189 kg | 169 kg | 169 kg |
| Seat height | 800 mm | 800 mm | 793 mm | 785 mm | 785 mm | 785 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17 L | 8 L | 13.2 L | 13.2 L | 13.5 L | 13.5 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 500?
The 2009 Aprilia Scarabeo 500 has a Capacity of 459.0 ccm (28.01 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Aprilia Scarabeo 500 have?
The 2009 Aprilia Scarabeo 500 has a Power of 37.5 HP (28.0 kW) @ 7750 RPM.
How many gears does the Aprilia Scarabeo 500 have?
The 2009 Aprilia Scarabeo 500 has a Gearbox of 2-speed.
What is the torque of the Aprilia Scarabeo 500?
The 2009 Aprilia Scarabeo 500 has a Torque of 43.0 Nm (4.4 kgf-m or 31.7 ft.lbs).
How much does the Aprilia Scarabeo 500 weigh?
The 2009 Aprilia Scarabeo 500 has a Dry weight of 189.0 kg (416.7 pounds).
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