Scooters
2012Piaggio MP3 Sport 500
38 fields on record
The 2012 Piaggio MP3 Sport 500 is a nimble three-wheeled scooter designed for urban commuters and riders seeking stability without sacrificing agility. Its 492cc liquid-cooled engine delivers 40 horsepower and smooth acceleration through a practical automatic transmission. Best known for its innovative tilting front-end design, this model combines scooter convenience with motorcycle-like handling and performance.
- Capacity
- 492.7 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 229.0 kg
- Seat height
- 785 mm
- Power
- 40.0 HP (29.4 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily for confident, stable urban and suburban commuting with the bonus of extra grip in wet or uneven conditions thanks to its twin front wheels.
- Built for
- A composed, reassuring machine that trades outright sportiness for exceptional front-end stability and braking confidence.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for riders seeking sharp cornering thrills, off-road capability, or a lightweight, flickable ride.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usEngine
- Capacity
- 492.7 ccm
- Power
- 40.0 HP (29.4 kW)
- Torque
- 44.0 Nm (4.5 kgf-m) @ 5500 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1747 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 94.0 x 71.0 mm
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- CDI
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Automatic dry centrifugal
Performance
- Top speed
- 143.2 km/h (89.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1550 mm
- Overall length
- 2150 mm
- Overall width
- 760 mm
- Overall height
- 1350 mm
- Seat height
- 785 mm
- Dry weight
- 229.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 245.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 12.10 litres
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
- 85 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 110 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Twin piston
- Front brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Twin piston
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-R12
- Rear tyre
- 140/70-R14
Other
- Color options
- Matte grey, black
- Warranty
- 12
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Piaggio MP3 Sport 500?
The 2012 Piaggio MP3 Sport 500 has a Capacity of 492.7 ccm (30.07 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Piaggio MP3 Sport 500 have?
The 2012 Piaggio MP3 Sport 500 has a Power of 40.0 HP (29.4 kW).
What is the torque of the Piaggio MP3 Sport 500?
The 2012 Piaggio MP3 Sport 500 has a Torque of 44.0 Nm (4.5 kgf-m or 32.5 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM.
How much does the Piaggio MP3 Sport 500 weigh?
The 2012 Piaggio MP3 Sport 500 has a Dry weight of 229.0 kg (504.9 pounds).
Shop this bike
Affiliate linksWe may earn a commission from qualifying eBay or Amazon purchases made through these links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Please log in or register if you'd like to leave a comment.
Own one? Add it to My Garage and write an owner review with an Owner badge.