Scooters
2012Piaggio MP3 Sport LT 500
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The 2012 Piaggio MP3 Sport LT 500 is a three-wheeled scooter engineered for riders seeking stability and comfort in urban commuting. Its liquid-cooled 492cc single-cylinder engine delivers 40 horsepower and electronic fuel injection, making it capable of 145 km/h while maintaining the signature MP3 handling advantages. Known for its unique tilting front-axle design and practical performance, it suits commuters and touring enthusiasts who value agility over traditional motorcycle complexity.
- Capacity
- 492.7 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
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- 245.0 kg
- Seat height
- 785 mm
- Power
- 40.0 HP (29.4 kW) @ 7250 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily as a stable, all-weather urban commuter that also copes well with occasional longer rides.
- Built for
- A practical, reassuring machine that prioritizes stability and grip over outright speed or sportiness, distinguished by its twin front-wheel tilting design.
- Not ideal for
- Not suited to riders seeking off-road capability, track-day thrills, or lightweight agility for tight, technical maneuvering.
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
- 492.7 ccm
- Power
- 40.0 HP (29.4 kW) @ 7250 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 3 CO2 g/km
- Torque
- 46.5 Nm (4.7 kgf-m) @ 5500 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1633 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 94.0 x 71.0 mm
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Electronic inductive discharge
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Automatic dry centrifugal
Performance
- Top speed
- 145.0 km/h (90.1 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1549 mm
- Overall length
- 2150 mm
- Overall width
- 760 mm
- Overall height
- 1350 mm
- Seat height
- 785 mm
- Wet weight
- 245.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 12.10 litres
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Double cradle trellis made if high-strength steel tubes
- Front suspension
- Tilting parallelogram with 4 arms supporting 2 steering tubes.
- Rear suspension
- 2 double acting hydraulic shock absorbers, swing arm.
- Front wheel travel
- 110 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 110 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-12
- Rear tyre
- 140/70-14
Other
- Color options
- Cosmo black, matte grey
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 | 2012 | 2013 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 493 cc | 493 cc |
| Seat height | 785 mm | 780 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 12.1 L | 12 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 Piaggio MP3 Sport LT 500?
The 2012 Piaggio MP3 Sport LT 500 has a Capacity of 492.7 ccm (30.07 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Piaggio MP3 Sport LT 500 have?
The 2012 Piaggio MP3 Sport LT 500 has a Power of 40.0 HP (29.4 kW) @ 7250 RPM.
What is the torque of the Piaggio MP3 Sport LT 500?
The 2012 Piaggio MP3 Sport LT 500 has a Torque of 46.5 Nm (4.7 kgf-m or 34.3 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM.
How much does the Piaggio MP3 Sport LT 500 weigh?
The 2012 Piaggio MP3 Sport LT 500 has a Wet weight of 245.0 kg (540.1 pounds).
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