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Piaggio, the company that revolutionized personal transport with the launch of the first Vespa model in 1946, continues its streak of innovation with the development of a three-wheel scooter, the MP3. The MP3 Tourer 500 provides safety, road grip and stability levels that no two-wheeler can match. Its power, performance and ease of use make for a very entertaining ride.
The two independent, tilting front wheels of the MP3 Tourer 500 re-define the very concept of ride stability to provide an unprecedented riding experience. Take on wet or patchy asphalt, cobblestone streets, train tracks and other tough riding conditions with more confidence and ease than a traditional two-wheeler.
With its compact super-scooter size and exceptional manoeuvrability, the MP3 Tourer 500 is at home in town traffic. It’s a cinch to park: an electro-hydraulic suspension locking system means there is no need to put the vehicle on its stand. The MP3 Tourer 500 is equally comfortable when heading out of town. Its road grip, cornering safety and tilt angle are unprecedented for a scooter, adding to the pleasure of riding different road surfaces at high speed.
Innovative technical features and top-grade components make the MP3 Tourer 500 a truly unique vehicle that re-invents the entire scooter concept.
The MP3 Tourer 500 frame in high-tensile steel tubes is the result of the best CAD (Computer Aided Design) technology and computerized FEM (Finite Element Method) analysis. Elements such as frame strength and weight were precisely defined and tested from the initial phases of the project, with the suitability of each solution checked at every stage.
The MP3 Tourer 500 uses three 12” wheels with large tires — 120/70 front, 130/70 rear. Together with the revolutionary front suspension, the wheels provide a tilt angle of up to 40° while riding like any normal two wheeler and simultaneously ensuring better road grip on any surface, especially slippery and uneven tracks. The parallelogram suspension also ensures increased stability at high speeds.
The rear of the MP3 Tourer 500 features a single-arm suspension with two dual effect hydraulic shock absorbers, a helicoidal spring and four-position preload. Besides its exceptional stability, the MP3 Tourer 500 also provides responsive braking thanks to three powerful linked brakes, 240 mm in diameter, and the parallelogram suspension. The result is record deceleration (about 8 m per second) with braking space reduced by over 20 per cent on normal road surfaces and as much as 24 per cent on slippery roads compared to a traditional two-wheel scooter.
The MP3 Tourer 500 comes equipped with a 492cc liquid-cooled engine that meets Euro 3 standards, exceeding even the U.S. EPA and CARB standards. The eco-friendly nature of the engine is the result of the Piaggio engine division’s commitment to creating a truly top quality, environment-friendly engine. The advanced closed loop injection with a Lambda sensor, together with a three-way catalytic converter and electronic ignition control system, considerably reduces emissions as well as fuel consumption and provides immediate throttle response. As a result, the MP3 Tourer 500 is fun to ride, quick off the mark in town traffic and comfortable with short motorway trips as well as extended touring.
The MP3 Tourer 500 frame in high-tensile steel tubes is the result of the best CAD (Computer Aided Design) technology and computerized FEM (Finite Element Method) analysis. Elements such as frame strength and weight were precisely defined and tested from the initial phases of the project, with the suitability of each solution checked at every stage.
The MP3 Tourer 500 uses three 12” wheels with large tires — 120/70 front, 130/70 rear. Together with the revolutionary front suspension, the wheels provide a tilt angle of up to 40° while riding like any normal two wheeler and simultaneously ensuring better road grip on any surface, especially slippery and uneven tracks. The parallelogram suspension also ensures increased stability at high speeds.
The rear of the MP3 Tourer 500 features a single-arm suspension with two dual effect hydraulic shock absorbers, a helicoidal spring and four-position preload. Besides its exceptional stability, the MP3 Tourer 500 also provides responsive braking thanks to three powerful linked brakes, 240 mm in diameter, and the parallelogram suspension. The result is record deceleration (about 8 m per second) with braking space reduced by over 20 per cent on normal road surfaces and as much as 24 per cent on slippery roads compared to a traditional two-wheel scooter.
The MP3 Tourer 500 comes equipped with a 492cc liquid-cooled engine that meets Euro 3 standards, exceeding even the U.S. EPA and CARB standards. The eco-friendly nature of the engine is the result of the Piaggio engine division’s commitment to creating a truly top quality, environment-friendly engine. The advanced closed loop injection with a Lambda sensor, together with a three-way catalytic converter and electronic ignition control system, considerably reduces emissions as well as fuel consumption and provides immediate throttle response. As a result, the MP3 Tourer 500 is fun to ride, quick off the mark in town traffic and comfortable with short motorway trips as well as extended touring.
The MP3 Tourer 500 body offers excellent protection starting from the wind tunnel, where it was extensively tested. The front-end design is genuinely innovative in terms of technical features and concept, with car-style bodywork treatment. The headlamps and front fairing merge to form a single unit that enhances the vehicle’s dynamic look as well as providing extra rider protection.
Shock-resistant splashguards on either side of the front shield protect the rider and the vehicle. The rear loading section has been designed to offer maximum comfort and storage capacity: a trunk lid painted the same color as the bodywork provides access to the under seat storage. A substantial 65-litre (approx 15 gallons) storage capacity and dual access to the storage area, from the boot lid as well as by flipping up the seat, make the MP3 Tourer 500 extremely practical. The storage area comfortably holds two full-face helmets, a small bag and objects up to about three feet in length. The under seat storage also has a courtesy light and a seat cover for use when parking in rainy weather. A handy remote control button on the ignition key opens the seat lock and the rear trunk lid. The rider can also open the fuel cap and rear trunk lid with a single twist of the key in the ignition unit.
The most advanced calculation programs and three-dimensional measurements were carried out from the initial phase of the MP3 Tourer 500 project to enhance the vehicle’s ergonomics. The result is a vehicle that offers top-of-the-line comfort, safety and ease of use. The front shield provides exceptional protection. An extremely comfortable seat adapted to riders of any size has been made to measure for the MP3 Tourer 500. Generous padding and the shape of the built-in backrest provides perfect ergonomical seating, while the saddle height of a mere 30.7” from the ground makes the vehicle easy to manoeuvre in any circumstances. The optimal height difference between the front and the rear parts of the saddle, in addition to the ideally located rear handgrips, ensure passenger comfort and protection.
The MP3 Tourer 500 dashboard provides comprehensive, at-a-glance trip information. It includes a speedometer, fuel gauge, coolant temperature indicator, clock, trip and mileage odometer. Other features are a fuel reserve indicator, oil pressure, turn signals, low and high beam, seat or trunk lid open warning and an immobilizer LED.
Shock-resistant splashguards on either side of the front shield protect the rider and the vehicle. The rear loading section has been designed to offer maximum comfort and storage capacity: a trunk lid painted the same color as the bodywork provides access to the under seat storage. A substantial 65-litre (approx 15 gallons) storage capacity and dual access to the storage area, from the boot lid as well as by flipping up the seat, make the MP3 Tourer 500 extremely practical. The storage area comfortably holds two full-face helmets, a small bag and objects up to about three feet in length. The under seat storage also has a courtesy light and a seat cover for use when parking in rainy weather. A handy remote control button on the ignition key opens the seat lock and the rear trunk lid. The rider can also open the fuel cap and rear trunk lid with a single twist of the key in the ignition unit.
The most advanced calculation programs and three-dimensional measurements were carried out from the initial phase of the MP3 Tourer 500 project to enhance the vehicle’s ergonomics. The result is a vehicle that offers top-of-the-line comfort, safety and ease of use. The front shield provides exceptional protection. An extremely comfortable seat adapted to riders of any size has been made to measure for the MP3 Tourer 500. Generous padding and the shape of the built-in backrest provides perfect ergonomical seating, while the saddle height of a mere 30.7” from the ground makes the vehicle easy to manoeuvre in any circumstances. The optimal height difference between the front and the rear parts of the saddle, in addition to the ideally located rear handgrips, ensure passenger comfort and protection.
The MP3 Tourer 500 dashboard provides comprehensive, at-a-glance trip information. It includes a speedometer, fuel gauge, coolant temperature indicator, clock, trip and mileage odometer. Other features are a fuel reserve indicator, oil pressure, turn signals, low and high beam, seat or trunk lid open warning and an immobilizer LED.
The Piaggio MP3 Tourer 500 offers a wide range of essential accessories to help enhance your riding experience. From the convenience of a top case, the security of a lock, or a stylish riding jacket, choose from numerous options to personalize your MP3 Tourer 500.
Our most popular MP3 Tourer 500 accessories include:
- Top case
- Windshield
- Scooter cover
- Scooter lock
- Riding jacket
- Riding gloves
- Cupholder
- Battery tender
We have many other accessories available for this scooter. Ask us for details.
Our most popular MP3 Tourer 500 accessories include:
- Top case
- Windshield
- Scooter cover
- Scooter lock
- Riding jacket
- Riding gloves
- Cupholder
- Battery tender
We have many other accessories available for this scooter. Ask us for details.
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