Scooters
2009Malaguti SpiderMax RS500
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The 2009 Malaguti SpiderMax RS500 is a mid-sized scooter designed for riders seeking practical urban commuting with genuine performance capability. Its fuel-injected 493cc single-cylinder engine delivers responsive acceleration and reliable daily usability. Best known for combining scooter convenience with sportier handling and adequate power for highway-capable riding.
- Capacity
- 493.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 204.0 kg
- Seat height
- 760 mm
- Power
- 40.9 HP (30.1 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed as a maxi-scooter for comfortable commuting and light touring, blending car-like ease with two-wheeled practicality.
- Built for
- A relaxed, torque-friendly single-cylinder automatic that prioritizes smooth, effortless riding over outright excitement.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders seeking sharp cornering performance, high top speed, 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
- 493.0 ccm
- Power
- 40.9 HP (30.1 kW)
- Torque
- 40.4 Nm (4.1 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2005 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 94.0 x 71.0 mm
- Compression
- 10.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- By double filtering wet crankcase
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Centrifugal
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1490 mm
- Overall length
- 2220 mm
- Overall width
- 810 mm
- Overall height
- 1430 mm
- Seat height
- 760 mm
- Dry weight
- 204.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 14.50 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- V-BOX aluminium monococque structure
- Front suspension
- 41 mm telescopic hydraulic fork
- Rear suspension
- swinging engine and double hdyraulic shock absorbers with adjustable spring preloading.
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/80-16
- Rear tyre
- 150/70-16
Other
- Color options
- Silver, titanium, dark blue
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 | 2009 | 2010 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 493 cc | 493 cc |
| Dry weight | 204 kg | 204 kg |
| Seat height | 760 mm | 760 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 14.5 L | 14.5 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 Malaguti SpiderMax RS500?
The 2009 Malaguti SpiderMax RS500 has a Capacity of 493.0 ccm (30.08 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Malaguti SpiderMax RS500 have?
The 2009 Malaguti SpiderMax RS500 has a Power of 40.9 HP (30.1 kW).
What is the torque of the Malaguti SpiderMax RS500?
The 2009 Malaguti SpiderMax RS500 has a Torque of 40.4 Nm (4.1 kgf-m or 29.8 ft.lbs).
How much does the Malaguti SpiderMax RS500 weigh?
The 2009 Malaguti SpiderMax RS500 has a Dry weight of 204.0 kg (449.7 pounds).
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