Comments on: Piaggio MP3 Scooters Getting Good Reviews

By: John

John — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 18:30:53 +0000

Does anyone know where in north carolina specifically Raleigh I can get an MP3 250.

By: Tom Knerr

Tom Knerr — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 21:01:18 +0000

I am seriously thinking of getting an MP3 500 for the stability. I have always ridden Harleys, and I currently own a 2005 Sportster. I had a 2000 Harley Super Glide that got demolished by a pick up truck that ran a red light about nine years ago. I lost my lower left leg in that accident, and when I did decide to ride again I bought the smaller Sportster. Now I’ve got arthritis pretty bad (I’m 71 years old) and am having trouble handling the Sportster. I really don’t want to have to give up riding again, because I’ve always said if you can sit you can ride, but that does not take into account slow speed maneuvering.
Anyone out there with a similar problem ?

By: tasmac

tasmac — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 04:39:49 +0000

Karin. I am the same height. I have MP3 250 mainly for commuting but have done some long hours in the saddle as well. 90 degree angle only for legs. I have got accustomed to the riding position and do not notice much discomfort at all. I put a Fabbri medium screen on to improve the higher speed riding comfort. I look for every opportunity to ride. It is great fun!!

By: Van-Sam

Van-Sam — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 07:54:44 +0000

I’m looking at my options for either a dealer’s demo 2008 Mp3 500cc, or a private sale 2007 400cc. Obviously the private sale Mp3 is less, but I’m thinking more along the lines of maintenance. There is a lot more complexity to this brilliant machine, so what is an honest assessment of the projected upkeep?
Also, any thoughts about the +/- of the 400cc vs the 500cc? I like the added storage on the 400.
Great posts BTW, keep it up!

By: michael

michael — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 02:24:18 +0000

Anyone have experience with 2008 vs 2009 250? Clearance on 2008 is running $1500 under new 2009. Can’t see much difference in specs.