Editing Piaggio MP3500 Sport ABS

{{Infobox Motorcycle
|name             = [[Piaggio]] MP3500 Sport ABS
|image            = [[File:Piaggio-MP3-500-Sport_16_04.jpg|frameless|Piaggio MP3500 Sport ABS]]
|aka              = 
|manufacturer     = Piaggio
|parent_company   =
|production       = 2016 - 17
|model_year       =
|predecessor      =
|successor        =
|class            =
|engine           = Four stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, 4 [[valve]] Piaggio MASTER, catalysedFour stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, 4 valve Piaggio MASTER, catalysed
|bore_stroke      =
|compression      = 11.0:1
|top_speed        =
|power            =
|torque           =
|fuel_system      =
|ignition         = Electronic inductive discharge, integrated variable timing
|spark_plug       =
|battery          =
|transmission     = Twin Cradle: tubes in high tensile steel
|frame            = Double cradle in high strength steel tubes
|suspension       =Front: Articulated quadrilateral consisting of four aluminum arms sustaining two steering tubes, and leading arm suspension geometry with offset [[wheel]] axle. Stroke: 95mm. Electro-hydraulic suspension locking system. <br>
Rear: Dual effect [[hydraulic]] shock absorbers and adjustable spring pre-load.
|brakes           =Front: 2x 258mm stainless steel discs, One [[disc brake]] per wheel, c 2 [[piston]] [[caliper]] <br>Rear: Single 240mm disc
|front_tire       = {{tire|2x 120/70 -13}} 
|rear_tire   	  = {{tire|140/70 -14}} 
|rake_trail       =
|wheelbase        = 1549 mm / 61.0 in
|length           =
|width            =
|height           =
|seat_height      = 790 mm / 30.9 in
|dry_weight       = 261 kg / 577 lbs
|wet_weight       =
|fuel_capacity    = 12 Litres / 3.2 US gal
|oil_capacity     =
|fuel_consumption =
|turning_radius   =
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}}



==Engine==
The engine was a Liquid cooled cooled Four stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, 4 valve Piaggio MASTER, catalysedFour stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, 4 valve Piaggio MASTER, catalysed. The engine featured a 11.0:1 [[compression ratio]].  

==Drive==
Power was moderated via the Automatic centrifugal dry.  

==Chassis==
It came with a 2x 120/70 -13 front [[tire]] and a 140/70 -14 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2x 258mm stainless steel discs, One disc [[brake]] per wheel, c 2 piston caliper in the front and a Single 240mm disc in the rear. The front suspension was a  Articulated quadrilateral consisting of four aluminum arms sustaining two steering tubes, and leading arm suspension geometry with offset wheel axle. Stroke: 95mm. Electro-hydraulic suspension locking system. while the rear was equipped with a Dual effect hydraulic shock absorbers and adjustable spring pre-load.. The MP3500 Sport ABS was fitted with a 12 Litres / 3.2 US gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 261 kg / 577 lbs. The wheelbase was 1549 mm / 61.0 in long.  
== Photos ==
[[File:Piaggio-MP3-500-Sport_16_04.jpg|600px|Piaggio MP3500 Sport ABS]]
[[File:2017-Piaggio-MP3-500-Sport-ABS-ASR1.jpg|600px|Piaggio MP3500 Sport ABS]]
[[File:2017-Piaggio-MP3-500-Sport-ABS-ASR2.jpg|600px|Piaggio MP3500 Sport ABS]]
[[File:Piaggio-MP3-500-Sport_16_02.jpg|600px|Piaggio MP3500 Sport ABS]]
[[File:Piaggio-MP3-500-Sport_16_03.jpg|600px|Piaggio MP3500 Sport ABS]]
[[File:2017-Piaggio-MP3-500-Sport-ABS-ASR4.jpg|600px|Piaggio MP3500 Sport ABS]]
[[File:Piaggio-MP3-500-Sport_16_01.jpg|600px|Piaggio MP3500 Sport ABS]]

== Overview ==
Piaggio MP3 500 Sport ABS


















The Piaggio MP3 500 ABS, with aggressive styling and performance, is the
three-wheeler for people who want to stand out. Riding has never been this easy,
enjoyable, secure and fast. When you take 20% less braking distance required and
pair it with a lean angle of 40-degrees, you get a perfect machine for
impeccable road holding in all riding conditions.
Freedom: All the riding pleasure of a motorcycle. The wind protection,
carrying ability and comfort of a Tourer, with the practicality of a scooter.
Agile: Fast and nimble with high grip levels. The two front wheels offer road
holding abilities on either wet or dry roads that a single front wheel cannot
match.
Fun: City or mountain road, the MP3 is designed for every riding situation to
deliver maximum riding fun and exhilaration.
Smart: ABS and ASR fitted as standard, USB & 12v charging, Smartphone
connectivity, LED lighting, large seat storage and option top cases for
additional carrying capacity.
PIAGGIO MP3, THE FIRST SCOOTER IN THE WORLD WITH DOUBLE FRONT WHEEL, HAS
REVOLUTIONISED METROPOLITAN MOBILITY
PIAGGIO MP3 500 NOTCHES UP A FURTHER DEVELOPMENT:
GREATER SAFETY VIA ABS AND ASR TRACTION CONTROL, MORE COMFORT FOR RIDER AND
PASSENGER, MORE SPACE, UTMOST TECHNOLOGY ON BOARD AND A HIGH-PERFORMANCE ENGINE
WITH REDUCED CONSUMPTION.
PIAGGIO MP3 500 CAN BE RIDDEN WITH A STANDARD CAR DRIVERS LICENSE


In 2006 Piaggio brought the future to today inventing a new form of
transport. With Mp3, Piaggio reinvented city transport. Piaggio Mp3 was the
worlds first 3-wheel scooter, the concrete response to the demand for
easy-to-handle, extremely safe city vehicles to get about in the city or reach
the city centre from the ever growing suburbs. The two front wheels and the
exclusive patented suspension system joining them combine the safety of a car
with the simplicity and practicality of a scooter and the fun of a motor cycle
with dynamic riding when turning. Therefore Piaggio Mp3 is able to satisfy a
truly global demand: from drivers looking for a more practical yet safe
alternative to the experienced motorcyclist able to appreciate the advantages
and technical features of a vehicle that has, on its own, created a new market
segment of which it is the undisputed leader.



Piaggio Mp3 500, the current flagship of the three-wheeler vehicle range
offered by the Piaggio Group, is available in two versions, Business and Sport,
able to satisfy every need of urban, metropolitan and out-of-town mobility and
can be ridden with a normal car driving license.


Chassis and functionality
The chassis of the Piaggio MP3 has been designed with the dual objective of,
on the one hand, ensuring excellent stability and riding precision and, on the
other, increasing vehicle usability, obtaining the best Piaggio Mp3 ever built
in terms of dynamic qualities, safety standards and rider and passenger comfort.
The space available improves ergonomics and optimizes the use of the load space
in the under seat compartment.
The shapes and forms help to increase on-board comfort. The saddle is of
lavish dimensions: flat and comfortable also for two people. with ergonomic
benefits, starting from the position of the legs, more extended and relaxed. In
particular the handlebars-saddle-footplate triangulation is larger, making
riding easier and improving vehicle control. And its not only the rider who
benefits. Conceived as an alternative to the car, the Piaggio Mp3 also provides
additional passenger comfort: with increased space, and a more relaxed sitting
position, plus the advantages of a pull-out footplate. The large compartment
under the seat, fitted with 12 volt plug, courtesy light and mat, has been
redesigned for additional uses, due to the regular, almost rectangular shape,
without indentations or partitions, so every square centimetre can be used, for
example to store two flip up helmets or a laptop holder. As before the seat
opens electrically with power-assisted shock absorber for smooth, safe opening.
The flat streamlined tail fairing for an easily assembled box (just one of the
many accessories available), further increasing the already exceptional load
capacity of the Piaggio Mp3.


Utmost safety with ABS and ASR
Piaggio Mp3 has been the first 3-wheeled scooter. Today the Piaggio MP3 is
confirmed as the absolute benchmark in terms of safety, thanks to the ABS
anti-lock braking system supplemented by ASR (Acceleration Slip Regulation)
traction control.
The ASR system is an electronic traction control device regulating the driving
wheel slippage. The ASR can be switched off simply and it guarantees safety by
preventing the slippage of the rear wheel on slippery or wet roads and uneven
surfaces, for excellent rear tyre grip and road holding in all conditions. The
Piaggio Group is the first manufacturer to use rear wheel traction control for a
scooter, in-house developed technology, based on racing experience and
subsequently adapted and built into city vehicles.
The ABS system maximizes active safety preventing wheel blockage under
braking and providing full control of the vehicle at all times. Developed
specifically for the Piaggio Mp3, it uses a Continental control unit and three
channels controlling the three wheels individually modulating only the braking
force to prevent grip loss. The Piaggio Mp3 adopts disc brakes on all three
wheels, with 258 mm front discs, helping to increase their power and efficiency
and reducing stopping distances. Excellent safety and ability to absorb road
roughness is provided by the 13-inch front wheels.


This is the resounding success due to the Mp3 exclusive Piaggio dual
independent tilting front wheel technology, thanks to the four bar linkage
suspension which the leading Group in Europe designed and developed before any
other manufacturer in the world to ensure maximum riding pleasure in complete
safety. This is the original project patented by Piaggio, with a roll mechanism
comprising four aluminium alloy arms, fitted on four hinges on the central
sleeve and two side sleeves connected to the arms by pins and ball bearings.
Inside the side sleeves, the right-hand and left-hand steering tube rotates in a
classic single-arm set-up.
The blocking mechanism of the front suspension, a distinguishing feature of the
3-wheel Italian scooter, transforms the balance of the Piaggio Mp3 from dynamic
to static. Start up the Piaggio Mp3 and it stays in balance on the three wheels
without the need for a stand (fitted nonetheless). To resume normal operation
accelerate or use the dedicated push button. This means you never need to put
your foot in the ground and you can park the Piaggio Mp3 anywhere, easily and
without effort.
Piaggio Mp3 style
The style of the Piaggio Mp3 500 has clear references to the car world, which
it closely resembles for the refinement of the finishes and the high level of
perceived quality. The Centro Stile Piaggio Group has characterised it with
distinctive modern and very personal features. The front shield is supplemented
by the protective tinted windshield, height adjustable in three positions. The
headlights and indicators consist of high efficiency daytime lights with 7 LEDs,
adapted from the auto industry and modernizing the look of the front of the
scooter. The 13″ wheel rims boast an elegant 5 split spoke design: reminiscent
of saloon cars and luxury autos.
The handlebars integrate with the complete set of modern instruments in two
conventional round panels and a multi-purpose digital panel with data on fuel
consumption (average and current), average and maximum speed, fuel gauge, travel
time, ambient temperature and ice alarm. The instrument panel also includes a
clock, dual mapping of the engine CPU, total and trip counter and battery
voltage reader. The 11 lights on the instrument panel display the functioning of
the headlights, dipped headlights, indicators, reserve fuel, oil pressure,
warning (injection), immobilizer, ABS, ASR and four emergency lights. In the
centre part, just beneath the display, a series of 4 warning lights are placed
which indicate: roll lock warning, engine shut-down, no roll and hand brake.
Push buttons under the handlebars are to open the saddle and switch off the ASR.
The attention to detail is also noticeable in the leg shield back plate that
adopts two padded shock-resistant elements matching the saddle colour, right in
front of the riders knees. Complete with pull-out hook for bags. The
compartment above the instruments has a drawer and USB connection, ideal for
recharging a smartphone and other devices.
The rear of the Piaggio MP3 is modern, sporty and elegant at the same time. The
line was inspired by the latest generation of Piaggio GT maxi-scooters. The
truncated tail is streamlined and dynamic and accommodates the stop and tail
lights implemented using LED technology, highlighting the sports character of
the Piaggio Mp3, reflected in its exceptional road holding and tilt while
turning. Passenger comfort is ensured by the saddle, exceptionally comfortable.
and by the ergonomic aluminium handle integrated in the luggage rack.


{|  class="wikitable"
|- 
!Make Model
|Piaggio MP3 500 Sport ABS
|- 
!Year
|2016 - 17
|- 
!Engine Type
|Four stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, 4 valve Piaggio MASTER, catalysedFour stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, 4 valve Piaggio MASTER, catalysed
|- 
!Displacement
|492.7 cc / 30.0 cub in.
|- 
!Bore X Stroke
|94 x 71 mm
|- 
!Cooling System
|Liquid cooled
|- 
!Compression
|11.0:1
|- 
!Lubrication
|Wet sump
|- 
!Induction
|Electronic injection system
|- 
!Ignition
|Electronic inductive discharge, integrated variable timing
|- 
!Starting
|Electric
|- 
!Max Power
|29.4 kW / 40.1 hp @ 7250 rpm
|- 
!Max Toque
|42.2 Nm / 31.2 lb-ft @ 5550 rpm
|- 
!Clutch
|Automatic centrifugal dry
|- 
!Transmission
|Twin Cradle: tubes in high tensile steel
|- 
!Final Drive
|Belt
|- 
!Frame
|Double cradle in high strength steel tubes
|- 
!Front Suspension
|Articulated quadrilateral consisting of four aluminum arms sustaining two steering tubes, and leading arm suspension geometry with offset wheel axle. Stroke: 95mm. Electro-hydraulic suspension locking system.
|- 
!Front Wheel Travel
|95 mm / 3.7 in
|- 
!Rear Suspension
|Dual effect hydraulic shock absorbers and adjustable spring pre-load.
|- 
!Rear Wheel Travel
|108 mm / 4.2 in
|- 
!Front Brakes
|2x 258mm stainless steel discs, One disc brake per wheel, c 2 piston caliper
|- 
!Rear Brakes
|Single 240mm disc
|- 
!Abs
|ABS with braking integrated with the pedal
|- 
!Front Tire
|2x 120/70 -13
|- 
!Rear Tire
|140/70 -14
|- 
!Dimensions
|Length 2160 mm / 85.0 in Width 775 mm / 30.5 in Height 1350 mm / 53.1 in
|- 
!Wheelbase
|1549 mm / 61.0 in
|- 
!Seat Height
|790 mm / 30.9 in
|- 
!Dry Weight
|261 kg / 577 lbs
|- 
!Fuel Capacity
|12 Litres / 3.2 US gal

|}

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