An Authentic Italian Experience, Sized to Suit
Signature styling, big wheel safety, class leading features and unbeatable value distinguish Aprilia's Scarabeo 500 and – new for 2008 – the 200 and 100
NEW YORK (2008) – With more than 750,000 Aprilia Scarabeo scooters sold during the last 15 years, this model line is a household word among style and value-conscious Europeans. Now, in addition to the Scarabeo 500 i.e., Aprilia has added two new Scarabeo models to its portfolio, the Scarabeo 100 and 200. Whether they have a taste for the "big bike" cruising qualities of a large 500cc scooter or prefer a smaller machine, American riders will find the right size within this popular Italian family. Ready for any challenge, whether it involves in-town errands, cross-town commutes or out-of-town distance rides, these "automatic motorcycles" are the definition of authentic style, performance, premium quality and unparalleled value.
Scooters: Practical Mobility, Style and Substance
Practical mobility is a characteristic unique to scooters. Fully automatic and easy to ride, scooters combine the fun and freedom of motorcycling with the convenience and practicality of a fully automatic scooter. While the Scarabeo 500 i.e. appeals to riders who want a high level of performance and long-distance riding capability, the smaller Scarabeo 200 and 100 models are ideal for easily nipping through congested city centers or crowded suburban shopping areas and school zones. They also offer easy maneuverability at parking lot speeds – a real bonus for first-time or less experienced riders. With their low center of gravity, grippy 16" tires and extremely light but strong chassis, the Scarabeo 100 and 200 are a confidence-building platform for any rider just getting started – or a supremely comfortable, and exhilarating ride for seasoned riders. Add a superior price/value relationship, deluxe finish and class-leading build quality and Aprilia's Scarabeo models dominate their category.
Arriving now in dealers: the 2008 Scarabeo 200 is a Joy Ride with Amazing Utility
The Scarabeo 200 is chock-full of great ideas. A flat platform provides added space for load carrying. A windshield fixed to the steering head channels air flow over the rider, guaranteeing turbulence-free travel and surprising weather protection, even at high speed. Generous analog-digital instrumentation includes an on-board computer with handlebar controls. The system's many functions include outside air temperature display with ice warning for the hardiest of scooteristi. Even the center stand has been carefully designed to afford the best possible leverage-now every rider will find that lifting his or her Scarabeo on to its stand is a quick, strain-free experience.
Class-Leading Performance
The heart of the Scarabeo 200 is an advanced single cylinder four stroke engine, designed by Aprilia exclusively for the Scarabeo. It is lightweight, eco-friendly and packs an impressive 19 hp at 8250 rpm, with generous torque (12.5 lb./ft at 7500 rpm). That makes the Scarabeo 200 the most powerful scooter in its class. All this power is available without sacrificing fuel consumption or low emissions, the Scarabeo runs both fast and clean. One of the ways Aprilia achieved this dynamic package is by optimizing valve timing in the same way engineers tune the company's high performance racing engines. As a result, engineers were able to combine high peak power and good midrange punch with low emissions.
Designed for Safety and Comfort
The new Scarabeo 200 is designed to maintain all the unique features that make the Scarabeo a showroom success around the world, without losing sight of the easy rideability, advanced performance and safety that characterize all Aprilia products. These defining values are engineered into the very soul of the new Scarabeo, making it agile, extremely safety-conscious and more than able to deliver thrilling motorcycle style handling where road conditions permit.
An exceptionally rigid and robust new high strength steel frame and carefully setup suspension deliver maximum feel and a super-smooth ride. The front fork is a 35mm hydraulic unit. At the rear, the engine and transmission assembly acts as swingarm, with the assistance of an aluminum reaction arm. Simple, lightweight, yet effective, this solution incorporates shock absorbers that let you adjust preload to four different settings to adapt the bike to varying loads and riding styles.
The Scarabeo 200 is available at Aprilia dealerships nationwide for $3599. Color choices include Couture Blue and Shine Red.
New for 2008: The Scarabeo 100 Offers Same Great Family Values in a Smaller Size
The advanced chassis is one of the main factors in the Scarabeo success story. A high strength tubular steel reinforced frame ensures pace-setting agility and unrivalled stability for a 100cc scooter. The hydraulic fork permits 80 mm of front wheel travel while the rear suspension, based on a robust, adjustable hydraulic monoshock, has a full 82 mm of wheel travel as well.
Great-looking new wheels offer improved handling thanks to their lighter weight and reduced rotational inertia. The Scarabeo 100 steers easily, yet holds its line in corners. The tires are larger as well, offering impeccable stability. More tire also means more grip for braking, so active safety is enhanced in this area as well. Excellent brakes are a key safety component of course, and the Scarabeo doesn't scrimp in this department. The front brake features a 220 mm disc and a caliper with two opposed pistons. The rear brake is a generous 140 mm durable drum for precise, controllable stopping.
The 2008 Scarabeo 100 is available at Aprilia dealers with a suggested MSRP of $2,699. Color choices include Unique Green and Shine Red.
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