2008 Aprilia Scarabeo 500. Image credits - Aprilia.
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Scarabeo 500 has the best power to weight ratio in its class. Whatever your needs,the wide Scarabeo range has the right model for you.
General information
Motorcycle name
Aprilia Scarabeo 500
Model 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
Displacement
460.0 ccm (28.07 cubic inches)
Engine type
Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power output
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
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
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
Color options
Red, blue, black, gray, white
Starter
Electric
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