Media Release Scarabeo 250 now available in Devil Red Safe, easy to ride and versatile the Scarabeo 250 is now available in a new colour
Allen Drysdale Ever since it first came out, Scarabeo has delighted owners with its stable, pleasant ride and the great sensation of safety that it transmits. Its fascination and original design are destined to last and have consolidated a tremendous success story, turning Scarabeo into a whole way of life.
Scarabeo goes well beyond the levels of safety normally expected from an urban commuter, and can satisfy the demands of even the most expert motorcyclist. Unique, exclusive riding pleasure is guaranteed by a the frame and an integral braking system that combine to improve precision, road holding and safety.
Equipped with 16” alloy wheels and wide tubeless tyres, Scarabeo is the reference point for the category. Only Scarabeo can turn congested city traffic into a daily pleasure ride. In town Scarabeo is agile, streamlined, essential, and able to nip through the tightest jams. On the motorway Scarabeo is stable, steadfast, and imperturbable even in the wake of trucks and in gusty conditions. On mountain roads Scarabeo is precise and manoeuvrable and eager for sports riding. This exceptional handling has been achieved by the use of large diameter wheels, perfect weight distribution and a high strength, tubular steel, single spar with double cradle frame that is more than capable of handling a higher power engine. The suspension is up to the task too. The hydraulic telescopic fork is the perfect combination of comfort and control, and the rear shock absorber can be adjusted to suit variations in load.
An integral braking system automatically distributes force between the front and back wheels, both equipped with powerful disc brakes. The generous grip of the tyres enables riders to make full use of this system while maintaining total control over braking.
The Scarabeo 250’s engine delivers a full 21 HP for impressive performance: Scarabeo’s top speed keeps it well ahead of the traffic even on busy high speed routes. Finally, Scarabeo’s automatic transmission is the perfect match for the advanced single cylinder four stroke engine, allowing the rider to make full use of the power available.
Yet despite its high specific power, Scarabeo is also environmentally aware. Its catalysed exhaust ensures that it easily satisfies the latest emission control legislation.
Scarabeo is not about performance alone: it is an extremely civil means of transport. Its engine compartment is lined with special sound-proofing material for a relaxed and unobtrusive ride.
Scarabeo pays a great deal of attention to comfort and practicality. That is why it is perfect as an urban commuter and touring motorcycle. In fact, Scarabeo is a real ‘multipurpose’ vehicle.
Comfort and ergonomics are fully catered for. Excellent riding comfort is guaranteed by an adjustable ‘maxi’ seat that allows both the rider and the passenger to find the best, most natural sitting position for their legs and for back support.
The Scarabeo 250 is fitted as standard with the Scarabeo 500 top box, complete with a high, padded, passenger backrest. This generous top box is deep enough to contain two full face helmets and sets the Scarabeo 250 in a class of its own for carrying capacity.
Behind the leg shield another generous, lockable compartment provides plenty of storage for the objects you need most frequently.
Instrumentation is complete and easy to read and includes a speedometer, fuel gauge, coolant temperature gauge and clock. Discrete but effective leg shield protectors prevent annoying damage to the paintwork. The multi-focal headlight with high luminosity halogen bulb provides ample light for night riding.
Welcome to the world of Scarabeo!
A range of original optional accessories complements Scarabeo’s standard equipment.
Two elegant 25 litre panniers, make Scarabeo totally unique and increase the carrying capacity of the standard top box to transform Scarabeo into an estate car on wheels.
Aprilia Radio Mob Control the communication system, features the following all in a single device: FM radio reciver with RDS, intercom, hand-free speakphone for mobile phone, connection to external device (tape, CD or MP3 player)
Other Accessories available are
- Large windshield
- Sports windshield
- Hand guards
- Panniers complete with mounting racks (25 lt. + 25 lt.)
Check out http://www.aprilia.com.au/scar250acc.html
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Technical specifications
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SCARABEO 250
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Engine
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Single cylinder, four stroke, liquid cooled, SOHC, 4 valves. Catalysed exhaust.
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Fuel
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Unleaded petrol.
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Bore and stroke
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72 x 60 mm.
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Displacement
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244 cc.
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Compression ratio
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11:1.
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Ignition
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Electronic.
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Carburettor
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KEIHIN Ø 29.
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Starting
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Electric.
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Alternator
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12 V – 235 W.
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Lubrication
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Wet sump. Forced lubrication with trochoidal pump.
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Gearing
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Automatic variator.
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Primary drive
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V belt.
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Final drive
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Gearbox.
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Clutch
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Automatic centrifugal.
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Frame
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High strength tubular steel single spar with double cradle.
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Front suspension
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36 mm hydraulic fork. Wheel travel 110 mm.
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Rear suspension
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Engine acting as swing arm, secured to the frame by two linkages on radial vibration dampers. Laterally mounted double acting hydraulic monoshock with spring preload adjustment.
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Brakes
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Front: 260 mm stainless steel disc. Floating caliper with three 25 mm pistons.
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Rear: 240 mm stainless steel disc. Caliper with two 32 mm opposed pistons.
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Wheels
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Light alloy, five spoke.
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Front: 2.50 x 16”; rear 3.00 x 16”.
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Tyres
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Front 110/80 x 16”; rear 130/80 x 16”.
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Dimensions
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Max. length: 2,030 mm (without top box)
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Max width: 720 mm
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Max. height: 1,330 mm (GT version)
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Seat height: 800 mm
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Wheelbase: 1,415 mm
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Tank capacity
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9.5 litres (including 2 litre reserve).
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Colours
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Devil Red
Shot Grey
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Accessories
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- Large windshield
- Sports windshield
- Hand guards
- Panniers with mounting racks (25+25 lt)
- Panniers bags for pannier
- Radio Mob Control
- Leg cover
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published 31/08/2006 |