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| General information |
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| Model | Aprilia Scarabeo 500 |
| Year | 2008 |
| Category | Scooter |
| Rating | 3.2 View the detailed rating of value for money, design and look, reliability, etc. Compare with any other bike. |
| Engine and transmission |
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| Displacement | 460.0 ccm (28.07 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Power | 39.0 HP (28.5 kW)) @ 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 43.0 Nm (4.4 kgf-m or 31.7 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM |
| Top speed | 160.0 km/h (99.4 mph) |
| Compression | 10.5:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 92.0 x 69.0 mm (3.6 x 2.7 inches) |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Fuel control | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
| Ignition | Electronic CDI ignition with automatic timing. |
| Lubrication system | Wet sump. Forced circulation with mechanical pump. |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Gearbox | Automatic |
| Transmission type | Belt (final drive) |
| Clutch | Automatic centrifugal dry clutch. |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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| Frame type | High strength tubular steel frame with closed double cradle. |
| Front tire | 110/70-16 |
| Rear tire | 150/70-14 |
| Front brakes | Double disc |
| Diameter | 260 mm (10.2 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Diameter | 240 mm (9.4 inches) |
| Physical measures and capacities |
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| Dry weight | 189.0 kg (416.7 pounds) |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.2063 HP/kg |
| Overall height | 1411 mm (55.6 inches) |
| Overall width | 765 mm (30.1 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1535 mm (60.4 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 13.20 litres (3.49 US gallons) |
| Other specifications |
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| Color options | Red, blue, black, gray, white |
| Starter | Electric |
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