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|name = | |name = Piaggio MP3500 Sport ABS | ||
| | |photo=Piaggio-MP3-500-Sport_16_04.jpg | ||
|aka = | |aka = | ||
|manufacturer = Piaggio | |manufacturer = Piaggio | ||
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|dry_weight = 261 kg / 577 lbs | |dry_weight = 261 kg / 577 lbs | ||
|wet_weight = | |wet_weight = | ||
|fuel_capacity = 12 | |fuel_capacity = 12 Liters / 3.2 US gal | ||
|oil_capacity = | |oil_capacity = | ||
|fuel_consumption = | |fuel_consumption = | ||
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==Chassis== | ==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 | 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 Liters / 3.2 US gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 261 kg / 577 lbs. The wheelbase was 1549 mm / 61.0 in long. | ||
== Photos == | == Photos == | ||
[[File:Piaggio-MP3-500-Sport_16_04.jpg|600px|Piaggio MP3500 Sport ABS]] | [[File:Piaggio-MP3-500-Sport_16_04.jpg|600px|Piaggio MP3500 Sport ABS]] | ||
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wheel slippage. The ASR can be switched off simply and it guarantees safety by | 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 | preventing the slippage of the rear wheel on slippery or wet roads and uneven | ||
surfaces, for excellent rear | surfaces, for excellent rear tire grip and road holding in all conditions. The | ||
Piaggio Group is the first manufacturer to use rear wheel traction control for a | Piaggio Group is the first manufacturer to use rear wheel traction control for a | ||
scooter, in-house developed technology, based on racing experience and | scooter, in-house developed technology, based on racing experience and | ||
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other manufacturer in the world to ensure maximum riding pleasure in complete | 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 | safety. This is the original project patented by Piaggio, with a roll mechanism | ||
comprising four | comprising four aluminum alloy arms, fitted on four hinges on the central | ||
sleeve and two side sleeves connected to the arms by pins and ball bearings. | 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 | Inside the side sleeves, the right-hand and left-hand steering tube rotates in a | ||
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Push buttons under the handlebars are to open the saddle and switch off the ASR. | 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 | The attention to detail is also noticeable in the leg shield back plate that | ||
adopts two padded shock-resistant elements matching the saddle | adopts two padded shock-resistant elements matching the saddle color, right in | ||
front of the riders knees. Complete with pull-out hook for bags. The | 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 | compartment above the instruments has a drawer and USB connection, ideal for | ||
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the Piaggio Mp3, reflected in its exceptional road holding and tilt while | the Piaggio Mp3, reflected in its exceptional road holding and tilt while | ||
turning. Passenger comfort is ensured by the saddle, exceptionally comfortable. | turning. Passenger comfort is ensured by the saddle, exceptionally comfortable. | ||
and by the ergonomic | and by the ergonomic aluminum handle integrated in the luggage rack. | ||
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!Fuel Capacity | !Fuel Capacity | ||
|12 | |12 Liters / 3.2 US gal | ||
|} | |} | ||
[[Category:Piaggio motorcycles]] | [[Category:Piaggio motorcycles]] |