At the heart of the 2008 Aprilia Atlantic 500 Sprint scooter motorcycle, Aprilia relies on a 460 cc (28.1 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 36.9 HP (26.9 kW) at 7,250 rpm while maximum torque reaches 42 Nm (31 lb-ft) at 5,500 rpm. With a specific output of 80.2 HP per liter and a 1,750 rpm working window between peak torque (5,500 rpm) and peak power (7,250 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the Atlantic 500 Sprint measures 199 kg (439 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.19 HP/kg (5.39 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 780 mm (30.7 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,550 mm (61 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 15-liter (4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Aprilia archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 2006 to 2009, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
80.2 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.19 HP/kg (5.39 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
5,500–7,250 rpm
Standover Height
780 mm (30.7 in)
Engine
Displacement460.0 ccm (28.07 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power36.9 HP (26.9 kW)) @ 7250 RPM
Torque42.0 Nm (4.3 kgf-m or 31.0 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM
Compression10.5:1
Bore x Stroke92.0 x 69.0 mm (3.6 x 2.7 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. Electronic fuel injection.
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionElectronic CDI with automatic advance.
LubricationWet sump. Forced lubrication with mechanical oil pump.
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
ClutchAutomatic centrifugal dry clutch.
Chassis
Frame TypeHigh-strength tubular steel frame with closed double cradle.
Front Suspension35 mm hydraulic fork. Wheel travel 105 mm.
Rear SuspensionEngine acting as swingarm. Two gas filled shock absorbers with 5 position spring preload adjustment. Wheel travel 90 mm.
Wheelbase1550 mm (61.0 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-14
Rear Tyre140/60-14
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø260 mm (10.2 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø190 mm (7.5 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight199.0 kg (438.7 pounds)
Power/Weight0.1853 HP/kg
Seat Height780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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