Positioned in Aprilia's scooter motorcycle lineup, the 2013 Aprilia Scarabeo 300s relies on a 278.3 cc (17 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 16.4 HP (12 kW) at 7,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 22 Nm (16.2 lb-ft) at 6,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 58.9 HP per liter and a 1,000 rpm working window between peak torque (6,500 rpm) and peak power (7,500 rpm), the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 785 mm (30.9 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,530 mm (60.2 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 10-liter (2.6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Aprilia archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2012 to 2013, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
58.9 HP/L
Power Band Window
6,500–7,500 rpm
Standover Height
785 mm (30.9 in)
Engine
Displacement278.3 ccm (16.98 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsPiaggio Q.U.A.S.A.R. engine
Power16.4 HP (12.0 kW)) @ 7500 RPM
Torque22.0 Nm (2.2 kgf-m or 16.2 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionElectronic inductive discharge ignition with variable advance
LubricationWet sump. Forced circulation with mechanical pump.
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
ClutchAutomatic dry centifuge with damper buffers
Performance
Emission DetailsEuro III
Chassis
Frame TypeDouble cradle tubular steel high yield point
Front SuspensionHydraulic fork
Front Travel104 mm (4.1 inches)
Rear SuspensionHydraulic shock absorber
Rear Travel90 mm (3.5 inches)
Wheelbase1530 mm (60.2 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre110/70-16
Rear Tyre140/70-14
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø260 mm (10.2 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø240 mm (9.4 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Seat Height785 mm (30.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Power
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Seat Height
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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