Scooters

2008Aprilia Scarabeo 250

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The 2008 Aprilia Scarabeo 250 is a practical mid-sized scooter designed for commuters and casual riders seeking reliable urban mobility. Its liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine and automatic transmission provide effortless everyday riding, while the robust 189kg frame ensures stable handling on city streets. The Scarabeo is best known for combining European styling with functional design and dependable performance.

Capacity: 244.0 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: Not on record
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Dry weight: 189.0 kg
Seat height: 793 mm
Power: 24.4 HP (17.9 kW)

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What’s new for the 2008 Aprilia Scarabeo 250

vs the 2007

Spec	2007	2008
Front suspension	Telescopic hydraulic fork, 35 mm dia. sleeves.	Hydraulic fork
Rear suspension	Engine functions as swing arm, linked to the frame by dual connecting rods and two radial silent blocks. Double-acting gas charged hydraulic shock absorber with spring preload adjustment.	Double acting hydraulic shock absorber with preload adjustment

Other years 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering45%

City riding82%

Daily riding78%

Touring42%

Two-up55%

Track10%

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.

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Units

At 793mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2008 Aprilia Scarabeo 250, with a moderate knee angle of around 105 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 244.0 ccm
Power: 24.4 HP (17.9 kW)
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.1291 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

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1415 mm
Overall length: 2030 mm
Overall width: 765 mm
Overall height: 1411 mm
Seat height: 793 mm
Dry weight: 189.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 13.20 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

Other

Color options: Red, grey, blue, black

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