Scooters
2008Peugeot Satelis 500
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The 2008 Peugeot Satelis 500 is a large maxi-scooter from the French maker Peugeot. Its liquid-cooled 491cc single makes 38.9 hp through a belt-drive automatic. ABS, a 784 mm seat, 215 kg dry weight and 13-litre tank suit fast commuting and touring.
- Capacity
- 491.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 215.0 kg
- Seat height
- 784 mm
- Power
- 38.9 HP (28.6 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed as a comfortable, practical maxi-scooter for urban commuting and light touring rather than outright performance.
- Built for
- A composed, shaft-driven commuter scooter that favors smooth, relaxed riding over sportiness, with adjustable rear shocks adding a touch of ride refinement.
- Not ideal for
- Not for riders seeking sharp handling, high-speed thrills, 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
- 491.0 ccm
- Power
- 38.9 HP (28.6 kW)
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1809 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 92.0 x 69.0 mm
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Electronic
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Automatic centrifugal
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1520 mm
- Overall length
- 2152 mm
- Overall width
- 765 mm
- Overall height
- 1425 mm
- Seat height
- 784 mm
- Dry weight
- 215.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 13.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- Hydraulic telescopic fork, 40 mm
- Rear suspension
- Dual shocks, adjustable
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. ABS
- Front brakes diameter
- 260 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/70-14
- Rear tyre
- 150/70-14
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 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 491 cc | 491 cc | 491 cc | 493 cc | 493 cc |
| Dry weight | 215 kg | 215 kg | 215 kg | 215 kg | 214 kg |
| Seat height | 784 mm | 784 mm | 784 mm | 784 mm | 784 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 13 L | 13 L | 13 L | — | 14 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 Peugeot Satelis 500?
The 2008 Peugeot Satelis 500 has a Capacity of 491.0 ccm (29.96 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Peugeot Satelis 500 have?
The 2008 Peugeot Satelis 500 has a Power of 38.9 HP (28.6 kW).
How much does the Peugeot Satelis 500 weigh?
The 2008 Peugeot Satelis 500 has a Dry weight of 215.0 kg (474.0 pounds).
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