$2,950
Roseburg, Oregon
Category
Scooters
Engine
460 cc
Posted Over 1 Month
2003 Aprilia Atlantic 500, Atlantic 500 Key Specs: * Engine: 460cc, Liquid cooled single cylinder, 4-valve, four stroke * Power: 39 hp @ 7500 RPM, 43 Nm torque @ 5500 RPM * Fuel system: Electronic fuel injection * Ignition: Electronic CDI ignition with automatic timing * Starting: Electric * Gearbox: Automatic variator * Clutch: Automatic centrifugal dry clutch * Front suspension: 3.9 travel telescoping forks * Rear suspension: Dual adjustable gas shocks * Front Brake: Dual 260mm discs * Rear Brake: Single 220mm discs * Weight: 439 lbs * Wheelbase: 63.0 * Seat height: 31.0 * Fuel Tank: 4.5 gallons Design & Amenities Atlantic 500 is physically a large scooter (i.e. 63 wheelbase) but its actually fairly light for a maxi-scooter. It tips the scales at claimed 425 lbs & ends up a little over 450 lbs once you include fluids. For comparison, Suzukis Burgman 650 & Hondas Silverwing also have 63 wheelbases, but are much heavier at 610 lbs & 540 lbs respectively. Storage wise, the Atlantic 500 has enough space under the seat for two helmets (47 liters). There is also a large glovebox with a power outlet & a smaller compartment at the base of the handlebars. All of these compartments are centrally unlocked by the ignition switch, which is a nice touch. On board computer will tell you fuel consumption, time, maintenance due, battery charge level, average & max speeds, ambient temperature, engine diagnostics & more. Atlantic 500 also bests the competition with the use of a steering damper & a 15 front wheel (versus 14) to make the Atlantic 500 a confident handling bike. Front forks are also large diameter (40mm) & the rear shocks are dual adjustable gas shocks. Engine In terms of performance, the Atlantic 500 uses a Piaggio 460cc engine that shines in both fuel economy & power for its size. The 460cc motor used in the Atlantic 500 makes 39hp which achieves great acceleration in a machine this light & a top speed near 100mph. Its hard to argue that you need more power than that. This engine is a proven reliable performer that achieves about 50 mpg, while its larger competitors typically achieve closer to 40mph. That can be a big difference if youre covering a lot of miles. Discussion Overall, the Atlantic 500 is good scooter for someone interested in an affordable used maxi-scooter. The asking price back in 2004 was $6499 which is about what youd expect. Thats in line with the offerings from the Japanese manufacturers which is impressive when you consider that Aprilia is a smaller Italian make. Used Atlantic 500s are often sold for quite reasonable prices & they are long lived scooters, so if you can find one & youre looking for something a bit different then pull the trigger. This scooter is well supported by Aprilia & the engine has lived on to present day so parts are easy to come by. Motor Scooter Guide $2,950.00 5415807111
