3
2008 Piaggio MP3 Three Wheeler 500 pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Below is the information on the 2008 Piaggio MP3 Three Wheeler 500. If you would like to
get a quote on a new 2008 Piaggio MP3 Three Wheeler 500 use our
Build Your Own tool,
or Compare
this bike to other Touring Scooter motorcycles.
Print this Page
Email to a Friend
Start New Search2008 Piaggio MP3 Three Wheeler 500 Specifications
Motorcycle Insurance:
| Identification | |
|---|---|
| Model Type | Touring Scooter |
| BASE MSRP(US) | $8,899.00 |
| Dealers | Piaggio Dealers |
| Warranty | 12 |
| Insurance | |
| Engine: | |
| Engine Type | Single-Cylinder |
| Cylinders | 1 |
| Engine Stroke | 4-Stroke |
| Horsepower (bhp/kW) | 40 / 29.4 |
| Horsepower RPM | 7250 |
| Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm) | 31.1 / 42.2 |
| Torque RPM | 5550 |
| Cooling | Liquid |
| Valves | 4 |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 |
| Valve Configuration | SOHC |
| Bore (mm/in) | 94 / 3.7 |
| Stroke (mm/in) | 71 / 2.8 |
| Displacement (cc/ci) | 492.7 / 30.1 |
| Compression Ratio (Secondary) | 11:1 |
| Starter | Electric |
| Fuel Requirements | Premium |
| Emissions Standards | Meets Euro 3 Emissions |
| Ram Air Induction | No |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| Carburetion Brand | Magneti Marelli |
| Fuel Injector | Yes |
| Carburetor | No |
| Carburetion Type | Fuel Injected |
| Transmission: | |
| Transmission Type | Continuously Variable (CVT) |
| Primary Drive (Engine / Transmission) | Belt |
| Reverse | No |
| Wheels & Tires: | |
| Wheels Composition | Aluminum |
| Tube / Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Front Wheel Width (in) | 3 |
| Rear Wheel Width (in) | 4.5 |
| Chromed | No |
| Front Tire Width | 120 |
| Front Tire Aspect Ratio | 70 |
| Front Wheel Diameter | 12 |
| Rear Tire Width | 140 |
| Rear Tire Aspect Ratio | 70 |
| Rear Wheel Diameter | 14 |
| Front Tire (Full Spec) | Dual 120/70 - 12 |
| Rear Tire (Full Spec) | 140/70 - 14 |
| Brakes: | |
| Front Brake Type | Dual Disc |
| Front Brake Diameter (in/mm) | 9.5 / 240 |
| Front Caliper Pistons | 2 |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc |
| Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm) | 11 / 280 |
| Rear Caliper Pistons | 2 |
| Linked Brake System Front to Rear | Standard |
| Suspension: | |
| Front Suspension Type | Two Wheel Independent Tilting |
| Front Travel (in/mm) | 3.4 / 85 |
| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load | No |
| Front Adjustable Rebound Damping | No |
| Front Central Suspension Strut | No |
| Steering Damper | No |
| Rear Suspension Type | Twin Sided Swing Arm |
| Rear Travel (in/mm) | 4.3 / 110 |
| Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load | Yes |
| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | No |
| Number Rear Shock Absorbers | 2 |
| Rear Suspension Material | Steel |
| Air Adjustable | No |
| Steering: | |
| Steering Control | Handlebar |
| Technical Specifications: | |
| Length (ft) | 7.08 |
| Width (in/mm) | 30.5 / 775 |
| Wheelbase (in/mm) | 61 / 1550 |
| Length (ft/ft) | 7 |
| Length (ft/in) | 1 |
| Dry Weight (lbs/kg) | 538 / 244 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal/l) | 3.2 / 12 |
| Fuel Capacity Reserve (gal/l) | 0.5 / 1.9 |
| Top Speed (mph) | 89 |
| Top Speed (km/h) | 143 |
| Engine Displacement to Weight (cc) | 0.92 |
| Horsepower To Weight (hp) | 0.07 |
| Seats: | |
| Seat Type | One-Piece |
| Adjustable | No |
| Seat Material | Vinyl |
| Seat Location | Driver and Passenger |
| Seat Height (in/mm) | 30.9 / 785 |
| Number Of Seats | 2 |
| Grab Rail or Strap | Standard |
| Exterior: | |
| Frame | Steel |
| Body Material | Plastic |
| Floor Board Location | Driver and Passenger |
| Hand Grip Material | Rubber |
| Chain Guard | No |
| Drive Shaft Guard | No |
| Fork Guards | No |
| Saddle Bag Guard | No |
| Tank Guard | No |
| Hand Guards | No |
| Brush Guard | No |
| Heel Guards | No |
| Exhaust Guard | Yes |
| Light Guard | No |
| Choke Knob Cover | No |
| Drive Shaft Cover | No |
| Side Cover | Yes |
| Tank Cover | No |
| Carburetor Cover | No |
| Fuel Tank Cover | Yes |
| Front Fender | Standard |
| Rear Fender | Standard |
| Stand Type | Center |
| Lower Fairing | Standard |
| Handlebars | Standard |
| Upper Fairing | Standard |
| License Plate | Standard |
| Instrumentation: | |
| Digital Instrumentation | Standard |
| Clock | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard |
| Trip Odometer | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard |
| Speedometer | Standard |
| Temperature Warning Type | Light |
| Fuel Level Warning Type | Gauge |
| Pricing: | |
| Warranty (Condition) | Limited |
| Zero Price Schema | 0 |
| NADA Value Average | 0 |
| NADA Value Low | 0 |
| NADA Value High | 0 |
| Identification: | |
| Generic Type (Primary) | Touring Scooter |
| Manufacturer Country | Italy |
| Introduction Year | 2008 |
| MIC Model Segment | SCOOTER |
| NADATrimID | 45543 |
| CRS -> NADA Map | 6200025293 |
| Mounts: | |
| Windshield Mounts | Standard |
| Paint & Finish: | |
| Paint | Standard |
| Glass: | |
| Folding | Yes |
| Windshield Lowers | No |
| Height Adjustable | No |
| Tinted | Yes |
| Height | Low |
| Storage: | |
| Underseat Storage Capacity (gal/l) | 15 / 65 |
| Lockable Storage | Standard |
| Rear Rack | Standard |
| Storage Cover | Standard |
| Helmet Storage | Standard |
| Glove Box / Dash Storage | Standard |
| Lights: | |
| Headlight Mounts | Standard |
| Halogen Headlight (s) | Standard |
| Convenience: | |
| Engine Immobilizer | Standard |
Motorcycle Insurance:
Agree, Disagree?
Write a Review and rate the 2008 Piaggio MP3 Three Wheeler 500. Your review and rating will help rank 2008 Touring Scooter.
Write a Review and rate the 2008 Piaggio MP3 Three Wheeler 500. Your review and rating will help rank 2008 Touring Scooter.
Recent 2008 Touring Scooter Reviews
-
2008 Suzuki Burgman 400
2008 BMAN -
2008 Piaggio MP3 Three Wheeler 400
Very Good Value and Technology -
2008 Yamaha Majesty 400
www.myspace.com/yamahalemons
View Detailed Reviews2008 Piaggio MP3 Three Wheeler 500 Reviews
Love it!
By AK(Owner), Feb. 2, 2009
| Overall | |
| Performance |  |
| Quality & Reliability | |
| Ride & Comfort | |
| Value | |
Did you find this review useful?
MP3 - 500
By doug hagemann(Owner), Dec. 19, 2008
| Overall | |
| Performance |  |
| Quality & Reliability | |
| Ride & Comfort | |
| Value | |
Did you find this review useful?
1-2 of 2 Reviews
Find a Motorcycle Dealer
Interested in buying a new motorcycle?
Find a Piaggio Motorcycle Dealer now!
Motorcycle Insurance
Motorcycle Financing
Financing is one way to purchase a new motorcycle.
There are various lenders available, as well as factory financing.
You can receive fast,free online quotes.
