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

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

Spec comparison

SpecPiaggio X9 Evolution 500 ABSAprilia Scarabeo 500 GT ABS
Model year20062006
Price
Engine460 cc460 cc
Horsepower39 hp
Torque43 Nm
Weight206 kg
Seat height31 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity4.0 L2.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Front brakesSingle disc. ABSDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABSSingle disc
Tires110/80-16 / 140/70-16

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

Picking between the Piaggio X9 Evolution 500 ABS and the Aprilia Scarabeo 500 GT ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Piaggio X9 Evolution 500 ABS brings 39 hp in a 206 kg package, while the Aprilia Scarabeo 500 GT ABS counters with its own power figure.

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: