Aprilia Scarabeo 500 GT ABS vs Piaggio X9 Evolution 500 ABS (2006)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Aprilia Scarabeo 500 GT ABSstacks up against the Piaggio X9 Evolution 500 ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecAprilia Scarabeo 500 GT ABSPiaggio X9 Evolution 500 ABS
Model year20062006
Price
Engine460 cc460 cc
Horsepower39 hp
Torque43 Nm
Weight206 kg
Seat height32 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity2.1 L4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Front brakesDouble discSingle disc. ABS
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. ABS
Tires110/80-16 / 140/70-16

Aprilia Scarabeo 500 GT ABS vs Piaggio X9 Evolution 500 ABS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Aprilia Scarabeo 500 GT ABS and the Piaggio X9 Evolution 500 ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Aprilia Scarabeo 500 GT ABS brings its published horsepower, while the Piaggio X9 Evolution 500 ABS counters with 39 hp at 206 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: