Piaggio MP3-250, MP3-400, and MP3-500

The MP3 500 ie, which shares the same technological platform as the revolutionary original MP3, delivers show-stopping looks, incredible performance and the X factor that makes it stand out from other anonymous maxi scooters. The machine is particularly in its element on twisty roads, where the razor-sharp handling is complemented by a superb three-disc braking system and the double ignition “Master” engine. With a strong personality, aggressive design and cutting-edge technology, the MP3 500ie is ready to ride into uncharted territory, see specs below!

Go out on the Piaggio MP3 500 and enter a completely new dimension: of sensations and safety. The two front wheels combine the ride dynamics typical of a motorcycle with incredible road holding. The parallelogram suspension system, a Piaggio patented innovation, guarantees unrivalled stability, even on wet or loose tarmac, or trailing other vehicles. The Piaggio MP3 500 is also distinguished by exceptional braking performance: thanks to the 3 wheels and 2 powerful 240mm disc brakes with twin piston calipers in front and a 280mm disc in rear, allowing record deceleration (around 8 meters per second) and a stopping distance more than 20% shorter than that of normal two-wheeled scooters (even with ABS).

PIAGGIO MP3 500 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS: 2009 - 2008

PIAGGIO MP3 500
Engine Type	4-stroke 4-valve liquid-cooled Piaggio MASTER i.e.
Displacement	492.7cc
Bore/Stroke	94 x 71mm
Max Power at Shaft	29.4 kW at 7,250 rpm (40 bhp)
Max Torque	42.23 Nm at 5,550 rpm
Distribution	Single overhead camshaft (SOHC) with four valves
Clutch	Centrifugal
Cooling System	Liquid
Ignition	Electronic inductive discharge and integrated variable timing
Gearbox	“Twist and Go” Automatic Transmission (CVT) with dry centrifugal type transmission with damping plugs
Fuel Supply	Electronic injection system
Starter	Electric (freewheel) with torque converter
Max speed	89 mph (143 Km/h)
Lubrication	Wet sump
Chassis	Double cradle trellis made of high strength steel tubes
Front Suspension	Parallelogram composed of four aluminium arms supporting two steering tubes, cantilevered suspension. Travel: 85 mm. Electro-hydraulic suspension locking system.
Rear Suspension	Oscillating engine fixed to the frame with a swingarm and two dual effect hydraulic shock absorbers with four-position spring preload. Travel: 110 mm
Front Brake	Stainless steel double disk, Ø 240 mm, two-piston caliper
Rear Brake	Stainless steel disk, Ø 280 mm, floating two-piston caliper
Front Wheel Rim	Die-cast aluminum alloy, 12" x 3.00
Rear Wheel Rim	Die-cast aluminum alloy, 14" x 4.50
Front Tires	120/70-12"
Rear Tire	140/70-14"
Length	85 in. (2,160mm)
Width	30.5 in. (775mm)
Seat Height	30.9 in. (785mm)
Wheelbase	61.0 in. (1,550mm)
Fuel / Tank Capacity	Unleaded / 3.2 gals. (12 liters)
Weight	537.9 lbs. (244kg)
Available Colors	Passion Red, Demon Black
Features analog speedometer, odometer and fuel gauge. Plenty of under seat storage and a 1 Year Factory Warranty with Unlimited Mileage and Roadside Assistance. (Three year [total] - factory extended warranty available at additional cost.)

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