Piaggio X9 500 - 2001 Specifications and Reviews

The 2001 Piaggio X9 500 is a mid-sized scooter designed for practical commuters and riders seeking comfortable urban transportation. Known for its spacious seating, reliable 460cc single-cylinder engine, and accessible seat height, it offers a good balance of performance and everyday usability. Best suited for city riding and short-distance travel with a passenger.

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General information

CategoryScooter
Year2001
ModelPiaggio X9 500

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Torque40.00
Power39.00
Stroke4
Engine typeSingle cylinder
Capacity:460.00 ccm (28.07 cubic inches)
 
 

Physical measures and capacities

Seat height785 mm (30.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.

Other specs

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Performance Profile & Rider Fit

39 hp
Peak Power
9.5s
0-60 mph

Best For

Track10%
City75%
Cornering45%
Daily Riding80%
Touring65%
Passenger65%

Rider Profile

Best ForSuitable for riders with basic experience on automatic scooters, including newer riders stepping up from smaller displacement machines.
PurposeDesigned as a large-wheeled maxi-scooter for comfortable commuting and light touring rather than outright performance.
Rider FitThe moderate seat height and scooter ergonomics make it accessible to riders of average and shorter stature without demanding significant strength.
CharacterA practical, relaxed all-rounder that prioritizes comfort, storage, and effortless twist-and-go usability over sporty engagement.
Not Ideal ForNot suited to riders seeking sharp cornering performance, high top speed, or any off-road capability.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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2001 Piaggio X9 500 Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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Feet:

At 785mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2001 Piaggio X9 500, with a moderate knee angle of around 100 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Data quality: estimated (wheelbase estimated from this category's typical bike, not this model's own spec). Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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