Aprilia Scarabeo 500

Aprilia Scarabeo 500

The 2003 Aprilia Scarabeo 500 is a stylish and Maxi-Scooter motorcycle with Water cooled, 460cc, SOHC and 38.75 HP (28.5 kW) @ 7500 rpm.

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Model year
2003
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Engine Power
38.75 HP (28.5 kW) @ 7500 rpm
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Top Speed
99.42 mph

Technical Specifications

Engine and transmission

  • Engine type:
    1 cylinders, 4-stroke, Single
  • Displacement:
    460 cc (28.11 cubic inches)
  • Bore × stroke:
    3.62 inch × 2.72 inch (oversquare - shortstroke)
  • Cooling system:
    Water cooled
  • Power:
    38.75 HP (28.5 kW) @ 7500 rpm
  • Torque:
    43 Nm (31.72 lb-ft) @ 5500 rpm
  • Valve train:
    SOHC, variable
  • Valves per cylinder:
    4
  • Sparks per cylinder:
    1
  • Fuel supply system:
    Carburetor
  • Ignition type:
    Analogue CDI (Capacitive Discharge Ign.)
  • Compression:
    10.5:1
  • Engine mounting:
    Transverse
  • Lubrication system:
    Wet sump
  • Gear box:
    Manual
  • Clutch:
    Wet, centrifugal clutch, cable operated
  • Final drive:
    Belt
  • Spark plug pipe type:
    NGK, CR7EKB
  • Motor oil:
    Semi-Synthetic, 5W/40
  • Starter:
    Electric

Dimensions

  • Length:
    90.9 inch
  • Width:
    30.8 inch
  • Height:
    57.1 inch
  • Wheel base:
    63.2 inch
  • Seat height:
    31.5 inch
  • Curb weight:
    515.9 lbs
  • Dry weight:
    471.8 lbs

Chassis and suspension

  • Front
    Suspension:
    Cartridge
    Suspension travel:
    3.94 inch
    Brake:
    Single Disk, Ø10.24 inch
    Tire:
    110 / 80 R16
    Tire pressure:
    0.15 PSI, with pillion: 0.16 PSI withpilion
  • Rear
    Suspension:
    twin shock, Swingarm
    Suspension travel:
    4.33 inch
    Brake:
    Disk, Ø8.66 inch
    Tire:
    140 / 70 R17
    Tire pressure:
    0.17 PSI, with pillion: 0.18 PSI withpilion
  • Frame type:
    steel, Double cradle frame

Other

  • ABS available:
    No
  • Power-to-weight ratio:
    0.12 KW/lbs (8.21 lbs/HP)
  • Top speed:
    99.42 mph
  • Fuel capacity:
    4.49 gals
  • Number of riders:
    2 persons
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