Piaggio BV 500: review, history, specs
| 'Piaggio BV 500' | |
| Manufacturer | [[Piaggio]] |
|---|---|
| Production | 2007 |
| Class | [[:Category:Scooter motorcycles|Scooter]] [[Category:Scooter motorcycles]] |
| Engine | Single cylinder, liquid cooled, 4 stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 91.4mm x 91.4mm |
| Horsepower | 39.02 HP (29.1 KW) @ 7250RPM |
| Fuel System | Electronic Injection |
| Transmission | Gear box: CVT Final Drive: Belt |
| Suspension | Front: telescopic hydraulic forks Rear: two dual effect hydraulic dumpers |
| Brakes | Front: two 260mm discs Rear: 240mm disc |
| Front Tire | 110/70-16 |
| Rear Tire | 150/70-14 |
| Wheelbase | 60.98 inches (1549 mm) |
| Length | 87.2 inches (2215 mm) |
| Width | 30.31 inches (770 mm) |
| Seat Height | 30.91 inches (785 mm) |
| Weight | 198.0 kg (wet) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Piaggio BV 500 was a Single cylinder, liquid cooled, 4 stroke scooter produced by Piaggio in 2007. Claimed horsepower was 39.02 HP (29.1 KW) @ 7250 RPM.
Engine
A 91.4mm bore x 91.4mm stroke result in a displacement of just 460.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive
The bike has a CVT transmission. Power was moderated via the centrifugal.
Chassis
It came with a 110/70-16 front tire and a 150/70-14 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via two 260mm discs in the front and a 240mm disc in the rear. The front suspension was a telescopic hydraulic forks while the rear was equipped with a two dual effect hydraulic dumpers. The wheelbase was 60.98 inches (1549 mm) long.
2007 Piaggio BV 500
The first generation Fly was first introduced to North America as a 150cc model. It debuted in the USA for 2005 and in Canada the following year. The BV 500 it is a scooter agile enough for the city with added power for touring capabilities, the Piaggio BV 500 is perfect for long distance rides as well as getting in and around town with power and style. The BV 500 is in a fairly unique niche, with the Aprilia Scarabeo 500 being the only other large wheeled scooter of this engine size without getting into scooters with the maxi scooter look.