Scooters
2005Piaggio B 500
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The 2005 Piaggio B 500 is a mid-sized scooter designed for practical commuting and casual riders seeking comfort and reliability. Powered by a 460cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine producing 39 horsepower, it offers smooth acceleration and dependable performance for urban and suburban riding. Known for its stable handling and user-friendly character, the B 500 suits riders prioritizing everyday usability over sportiness.
- Capacity
- 460.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 189.0 kg
- Seat height
- 780 mm
- Power
- 39.0 HP (28.7 kW)
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 rather than outright performance.
- Built for
- A practical, torquey automatic scooter that feels stable and confident on highways and city roads alike.
- Not ideal for
- Not for riders seeking off-road capability, sporty handling, or a lightweight, nimble city runabout.
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
- 460.0 ccm
- Power
- 39.0 HP (28.7 kW)
- Torque
- 43.0 Nm (4.4 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Single
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2063 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 92.0 x 69.0 mm
- Compression
- 10.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Starting
- Electric & kick
- Ignition
- Electronic inductive discharge ignition integrated with fuel injection
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Clutch
- Centrifugal
Performance
- Top speed
- 160.9 km/h (100.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1540 mm
- Overall length
- 2215 mm
- Overall width
- 700 mm
- Seat height
- 780 mm
- Dry weight
- 189.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 213.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 13.20 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Double cradle, high strength tubular steel lattice
- Front suspension
- Telescopic hydraulic fork, stem 41 mm
- Rear suspension
- Engine unit acts as swinging arm, with two dual-effect hydraulic dampers, helical springs adjustable to four positions of pre-load
- Front wheel travel
- 90 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 90 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
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Piaggio B 500?
The 2005 Piaggio B 500 has a Capacity of 460.0 ccm (28.07 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Piaggio B 500 have?
The 2005 Piaggio B 500 has a Power of 39.0 HP (28.7 kW).
What is the torque of the Piaggio B 500?
The 2005 Piaggio B 500 has a Torque of 43.0 Nm (4.4 kgf-m or 31.7 ft.lbs).
How much does the Piaggio B 500 weigh?
The 2005 Piaggio B 500 has a Dry weight of 189.0 kg (416.7 pounds).
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