2005 Piaggio X9 Evolution 500. Image credits - Piaggio.
Piaggio's profilation of this bike
The X9 500 Evolution has new CVT pulleys, new MASTER 500 engine injection mapping and new wider rear wheel that ensure a safer and smoother ride.
General information
Motorcycle name
Piaggio X9 Evolution 500
Model year
2005
Category
Scooter
Rating
3.7 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
157.7 km/h (98.0 mph)
Compression
10.5:1
Bore x stroke
92.0 x 69.0 mm (3.6 x 2.7 inches)
Valves per cylinder
4
Ignition
Electronic CDI
Cooling system
Liquid
Gearbox
Automatic
Clutch
“Twist and Go” automatic dry centrifugal type
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type
Double cradle, high strength steel tube
Front suspension
Telescopic hydraulic fork, stanchions Ø 41 mm
Front wheel travel
90 mm (3.5 inches)
Rear suspension
Two dual effect hydraulic dampers, helic springs, adjustable to four positions of pre-load
Rear wheel travel
90 mm (3.5 inches)
Front tire
120/70-14
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
76.0 kg (167.6 pounds)
Power/weight ratio
0.5132 HP/kg
Seat height
780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall length
2140 mm (84.3 inches)
Overall width
700 mm (27.6 inches)
Wheelbase
1540 mm (60.6 inches)
Fuel capacity
15.00 litres (3.96 US gallons)
Other specifications
Starter
Electric & kick
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