Piaggio's profilation of this bike |
Piaggio MP3 500 Business is the most elegant and prestigious version of the MP3 family. A dedicated colour range, a perfect summation of comfort and design, dedicated to those who want the best. The completely redesigned saddle provides more room for the rider; the passenger enjoys greater comfort thanks to the new fold-out footpegs. |
General information |
Model name
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Piaggio MP3 500ie Business |
Year of manufacture
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2017 |
Type
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Scooter |
Rating
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3.4 View the detailed rating of value for money, design and look, reliability, etc. Compare with any other bike. |
Engine and transmission |
Engine size
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493.0 ccm (30.08 cubic inches) |
Type of engine
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Single cylinder, four-stroke |
Engine details
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Piaggio Master engine |
Output
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40.1 HP (29.3 kW)) @ 7250 RPM |
Torque
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45.5 Nm (4.6 kgf-m or 33.6 ft.lbs) @ 5000 RPM |
Top speed
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142.0 km/h (88.2 mph) |
Bore x stroke
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94.0 x 71.0 mm (3.7 x 2.8 inches) |
Valves per cylinder
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4 |
Fuel system
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Injection |
Fuel control
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Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
Lubrication system
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Wet sump |
Cooling system
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Liquid |
Gearbox
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Automatic |
Transmission type
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Belt (final drive) |
Clutch
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Automatic dry centrifugal |
Driveline
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Twist-and-go CVT with torque server |
Emission details
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Euro 2 |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
Frame type
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Twin cradle made in high-strength steel tubes |
Front suspension
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Articulated quadrilateral |
Front wheel travel
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85 mm (3.3 inches) |
Rear suspension
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Double action hydraulic shock absorber with adjustable spring preload to 4 positions |
Rear wheel travel
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108 mm (4.3 inches) |
Front tire
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120/70-13 |
Rear tire
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140/70-14 |
Front brakes
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Double disc. ABS |
Diameter
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258 mm (10.2 inches) |
Rear brakes
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Single disc. ABS |
Diameter
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240 mm (9.4 inches) |
Wheels
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Aluminium alloy |
Physical measures and capacities |
Dry weight
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261.7 kg (577.0 pounds) |
Power/weight ratio
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0.1532 HP/kg |
Seat height
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780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
Overall height
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1350 mm (53.1 inches) |
Overall length
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2160 mm (85.0 inches) |
Overall width
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760 mm (29.9 inches) |
Wheelbase
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1550 mm (61.0 inches) |
Fuel capacity
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12.00 litres (3.17 US gallons) |
Reserve fuel capacity
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1.80 litres (0.48 US gallons) |
Other specifications |
Color options
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Black, White |
Starter
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Electric |
Comments
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Two front wheels. |
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