2016Piaggio MP3 500 Sport

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The 2016 Piaggio MP3 500 Sport is a distinctive three-wheeled scooter ideal for urban commuters and riders seeking enhanced stability. Its dual front-wheel design provides exceptional cornering grip and confidence-inspiring handling, while the automatic transmission and low 780mm seat height make it accessible to a wide range of riders. Best known for combining scooter practicality with motorcycle-like agility.

Capacity: 492.7 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: Not on record
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Dry weight: 245.0 kg
Seat height: 780 mm
Power: 40.1 HP (29.3 kW) @ 7250 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering70%

City riding88%

Daily riding85%

Touring65%

Two-up65%

Track10%

Best for: Designed primarily as an urban and suburban commuter that offers extra grip and confidence in varied road and weather conditions rather than outright sporting performance.
Built for: A confident, reassuring, and comfort-oriented machine that trades outright agility for stability, weather-resistant grip, and a premium touring-scooter feel.
Not ideal for: Not for riders seeking sharp lightweight handling, off-road capability, or high-speed sport riding thrills.

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At 780mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2016 Piaggio MP3 500 Sport, with a moderate knee angle of around 110 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: 492.7 ccm
Power: 40.1 HP (29.3 kW) @ 7250 RPM
Torque: 45.5 Nm (4.6 kgf-m) @ 5000 RPM
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.1637 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: 142.0 km/h (88.2 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1550 mm
Overall length: 2160 mm
Overall width: 760 mm
Overall height: 1350 mm
Seat height: 780 mm
Dry weight: 245.0 kg
Wet weight: 261.7 kg
Fuel capacity: 12.00 litres
Reserve fuel capacity: 1.80 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Twin cradle 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
Front wheel travel: 85 mm
Rear wheel travel: 110 mm