Aprilia Scarabeo 500 ie, 2009
The PERFORMANCE PLUS SAFETY
Though light in weight, equipped with an automatic variator, and aerodynamically protective, it gives performance that you need to tackle medium and even long journeys.
The Lightweight, agile and fast, Scarabeo i.e. is as comfortable as any motorcycle, but far, far easier to ride. Its compact dimensions make it the perfect vehicle for traffic-intensive routes and easy parking, while high performance engines guarantee nippy overtaking.
The ENGINE
The 500 cc engine is a single cylinder, liquid cooled, four stroke power plant with a single overhead cam and a four valve head.
=The Liquid cooled single cylinder four stroke. Single overhead cam (SOHC), 4 valves.
=Fuel : Unleaded petrol.
=Bore and stroke : 92 x 69 mm.
=Displacement : 460 cc
=Compression ratio : 10.5:1.
=Maximum power : 29 kW (39 HP) at 7,500 rpm
=Maximum torque : 43 Nm at 5,500 rpm
=Fuel system : Electronic fuel injection.
=Ignition : Electronic CDI ignition with automatic timing.
=Starting : Electric.
=Alternator : 12 V – 380 W.
=Lubrication : Wet sump. Forced circulation with mechanical pump.
=Gearbox : Automatic variator.
=Clutch : Automatic centrifugal dry clutch.
=Primary drive : V belt.
=Final drive : Gearbox.
=Frame : High strength tubular steel frame with closed double cradle.
=Front suspension : 40 mm hydraulic fork. Wheel travel 103 mm.
=Rear suspension :
Engine acting as swingarm. Two double acting shock absorbers with 4 spring preload settings. Wheel travel 100 mm.
=Brakes :
Front: Twin 260 mm stainless steel discs. Floating calipers with two parallel pistons. Integral braking system.
Rear: 240 mm stainless steel disc. Fixed caliper with two pistons. Integral braking system.
=Wheels :
Light alloy.
Front: 3.00 x 16”;
Rear: 4.50 x 14”.
=Tyres:
Tubeless.
Front 110/70 x 16”;
Rear: 150/70 x 14”.
=Dimensions:
Overall length: 2,263 mm
Overall width: 765 mm (at handlebars)
Overall height: 1,411 mm (at windshield)
Wheelbase: 1,535 mm
Seat height: 780 mm
=Dry weight : 189 kg
=Tank capacity : 13.2 litres (3 litres reserve)
=Standard equipment : Car-type electronic anti-theft system with remote control.
THE CHASSIS
Like all Aprilia motorcycles, the Scarabeo i.e. benefits from the tremendous know-how that Aprilia has built up over many years of success in racing. The frame and suspension are designed to let you make full use of the generous performance of its electronic injection engines.
The double cradle frame is made from high strength steel, and is specially designed to guarantee fantastic torsional rigidity and amazing strength. This highly rigid and efficient frame ensures that Scarabeo i.e. remains totally stable even at high speed.
The hydraulic fork incorporates robust 40 mm stanchions for precision control and steering and effortless shock absorbing even on long journeys.
