Scooters
2009Malaguti SpiderMax GT500
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The 2009 Malaguti SpiderMax GT500 is a practical maxi-scooter designed for commuters and touring riders seeking comfort and reliability. Its 459cc liquid-cooled engine delivers responsive performance with electronic fuel injection, while the automatic transmission ensures easy city navigation and highway capability.
- Capacity
- 459.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 204.0 kg
- Seat height
- 760 mm
- Power
- 39.5 HP (29.1 kW) @ 7500 RPM
What’s new for the 2009 Malaguti SpiderMax GT500
vs the 2006| Spec | 2006 | 2009 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 40.2 HP (29.6 kW) | 39.5 HP (29.1 kW) @ 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 42.0 Nm (4.3 kgf-m or 31.0 ft.lbs) | 40.0 Nm (4.1 kgf-m or 29.5 ft.lbs) |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Double disc |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed as a comfortable, practical maxi-scooter for commuting and light touring rather than outright performance.
- Built for
- A relaxed, torque-friendly automatic scooter that prioritizes ease of use, weather protection, and long-distance comfort over sportiness.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders seeking sharp handling, high top-speed performance, 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
- 459.0 ccm
- Power
- 39.5 HP (29.1 kW) @ 7500 RPM
- Torque
- 40.0 Nm (4.1 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1936 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 92.0 x 69.0 mm
- Compression
- 10.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Lubrication by double filtering wet crankcase.
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Centrifugal
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1490 mm
- Overall length
- 2240 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
- By swinging engine and two hydraulic shock absorbers with adjustable spring preloading.
- Front wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 75 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double 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, hemisphere 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 | 2006 | 2009 | 2010 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 459 cc | 459 cc | 459 cc |
| Dry weight | 204 kg | 204 kg | 204 kg |
| Seat height | 760 mm | 760 mm | 760 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 14.5 L | 14.5 L | 14.5 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Malaguti SpiderMax GT500?
The 2009 Malaguti SpiderMax GT500 has a Capacity of 459.0 ccm (28.01 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Malaguti SpiderMax GT500 have?
The 2009 Malaguti SpiderMax GT500 has a Power of 39.5 HP (29.1 kW) @ 7500 RPM.
What is the torque of the Malaguti SpiderMax GT500?
The 2009 Malaguti SpiderMax GT500 has a Torque of 40.0 Nm (4.1 kgf-m or 29.5 ft.lbs).
How much does the Malaguti SpiderMax GT500 weigh?
The 2009 Malaguti SpiderMax GT500 has a Dry weight of 204.0 kg (449.7 pounds).
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