Engineered by Piaggio for the scooter motorcycle segment, the 2007 Piaggio X9 Evolution 500 pairs a 460 cc (28.1 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 39 HP (28.5 kW) at 7,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 43 Nm (31.7 lb-ft) at 5,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 84.8 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (5,500 rpm) and peak power (7,500 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 X9 Evolution 500 measures 213 kg (470 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.18 HP/kg (5.46 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 1,540 mm (60.6 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 15-liter (4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 158 km/h (98 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's Piaggio archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2005 to 2007, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
84.8 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.18 HP/kg (5.46 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
5,500–7,500 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
Power39.0 HP (28.5 kW)) @ 7500 RPM
Torque43.0 Nm (4.4 kgf-m or 31.7 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM
Compression10.5:1
Bore x Stroke92.0 x 69.0 mm (3.6 x 2.7 inches)
IgnitionInductive
LubricationSeparate with automatic mixer
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed158.0 km/h (98.2 mph)
Chassis
Frame TypeDouble cradle, high strength steel tube
Front SuspensionTelescopic hydraulic fork, stanchions Ø 41 mm, stroke 90 mm
Rear SuspensionTwo dual effect hydraulic dampers, helic springs, adjustable to four positions of pre-load, stroke 90mm
Wheelbase1540 mm (60.6 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-14
Rear Tyre150/70-14
Front BrakesDouble disc. Bremo
Front Brake Ø260 mm (10.2 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Bremo
Rear Brake Ø240 mm (9.4 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.213.0 kg (469.6 pounds)
Seat Height780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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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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