At the heart of the 2011 Piaggio MP3 LT scooter motorcycle, Piaggio utilizes a 278 cc (17 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 30.2 HP (22 kW) at 7,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 23.5 Nm (17.3 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 108.6 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 reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
On the scales, the MP3 LT measures 236 kg (520 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.13 HP/kg (7.81 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. The 12-liter (3.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 125 km/h (78 mph).
Specific Output
108.6 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.13 HP/kg (7.81 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,500–7,500 rpm
Standover Height
780 mm (30.7 in)
Engine
Displacement278.0 ccm (16.96 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power30.2 HP (22.0 kW)) @ 7500 RPM
Torque23.5 Nm (2.4 kgf-m or 17.3 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Bore x Stroke75.0 x 63.0 mm (3.0 x 2.5 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
ClutchTwist-and-go CVT with torque server
Performance
Top Speed125.0 km/h (77.7 mph)
Chassis
Front SuspensionTilting parallelogram with 4 arms supporting 2 steering tubes.
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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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