At the heart of the 2006 Piaggio Beverly 500 scooter motorcycle, Piaggio features a 459 cc (28 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 39 HP (28.5 kW). With a specific output of 85 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the Beverly 500 measures 190 kg (419 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.21 HP/kg (4.87 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,550 mm (61 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 13.5-liter (3.6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 160 km/h (99 mph).
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Power
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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