Piaggio MP3 range make theirselves a new class scooter. The MP3 500 came to US market in 2008 after MP3 250 and400. Although many owners of the Piaggio MP3 reported perfectly acceptable power with the previous model but some have been waiting for the larger engine versions-the Piaggio MP3 500.
2009 Piaggio MP3 500′s engine is a liquid-cooled Piaggio MASTER i.e 492.7cc engine 4-stroke 4-valve. With power of 29.4 kW at 7,250 rpm (40 bhp) and torque of 42.23 Nm at 5,550 rpm, it can run until 143 kmph. Meanwhile electronic injection system and starter with Electric (freewheel) with torque converter equiped this engine.
MP3 500 brings an electro-hydraulic tilt-locking system means there is no need to put the vehicle on its stand so parking is easy. Simply flick the lean-locking button and apply the parking brake. The system will operate at any angle, so you don’t need to find a level parking area. You don’t have to put your feet down at traffic lights, or worrying about maintaining your balance if you’re ‘vertically challenged’ due to the tilt-locking system.
The MP3 500 offers high end technologies, versatility, and practicality besides its powerful engine. The MP3 500 bring versatility with a large range of accessories, a 42-litre top box, adjustable windshield, hand guards, navigational system, leg cover, bike cover, soft tail bag for luggage and electronic alarm.
2009 Piaggio MP3 500 with Red and Demon Black colors are priced at $8,899.
