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Piaggio X9 500
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Average Ratings for Piaggio X9 500

  • Build quality3.2 stars
  • Reliability3.2 stars
  • Value for Money3.2 stars
  • Reviewer Ratings3.2 stars
  • Overall Rating3 stars

33 Reviews For Piaggio X9 500

  • Guest 24th Aug 2009

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    No problems. Steady on highway up to 130km.
    Great reliability. Bad news and i think its one of paggios biggest errors, stopping production of this great machine!

  • tigerandyx9 Rank: Corporal 10th May 2009

    Reviewer rating: 3 stars


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    I have had my Piaggio X9 500 for about 6 years, and even though I love the ride I find it unreliable and cheaply made ... very much so.Have used it in the UK, Spain, France, Holland, Belgium, Switzerland, Italy... and have about 50,000 miles on it. Since I am retired, I ride on excursions in the UK continental trips for about 5-8 months of the year.I have had to use tow trucks to the extent that I ran out of the 5 Carole Nash allows in one year and then, of course, had to pay for non-insured su ...

  • vespaggio 17th Apr 2009

    Reviewer rating: 3 stars


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    The Piaggio X9 500 is not bad for a compact 500cc scoot. Accelleration quite good, storage ok but others are better, 70mph seems a good cruiding speed for this scoot in terms of fuel usage and steadiness. If you have been used to larger cc/motorcycles you will probably not like this machine as it does not handle anywhere near as good.

  • kseymore 9th Mar 2009

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    I bought mine used and have put nearly 6000 miles on it in less than a year. The bike now has 7800 miles and I have had no problems. Parts do seem to be a bit pricey but I am a miser. I can consistantly get 62mpg or if I baby it up to 74mpg. With my wife onboard I can travel interstate speeds and still get around 57mpg. I love the bike and look for much more service from it.

  • Du Jura 10th Jan 2009

    Reviewer rating: 4 stars


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    I have a 2006 X9 evo bought in early 2007 (6200 $ cad), canadian model so no radio or automatic center stand. About 5 000 km. Changed front brake pads once as I am a little hard on the brakes. Died once as battery failed due to unclean battery connection, which I cleaned and have had no problem since. Battery tender on during the winter storage period (wired throught the under seat storage electrical outlet) so no problem starting in the spring. Have not had any problems other than punctured fla ...

  • John Thresh 30th Oct 2008

    Reviewer rating: 4 stars


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    I have had my 55 plate X9 500cc for about 9 months now, I love it it goes really well, never lets me down, Handles like a dream.
    I love the way it surprises other bikers when it takes of at an alarming rate away from traffic lights and junctions.
    Fantastic bike, excellent value for money, lots of fun.

  • lilbmw Rank: Corporal 19th Aug 2008

    Reviewer rating: 3.5 stars


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    This is my 3rd review. I now have 35,000 miles and counting. It has been a great bike but I do have to say that it feels like I am always getting work done. I know it is considered high mileage now, but it seems that every 2 months I have to have something done, and its always $300 to $500. It cruises at 80 mph, I have had it to 109 down hills. I average around 60 mpg. I have done all scheduled maintenance except for the valve check, it is hard to swallow $800 for a bike that is probably worth ...

  • mrcrimson 9th Aug 2008

    Reviewer rating: 5 stars


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    I bought my 2007 X9 500cc 2.5 months ago and it has been the perfect buy for me. It has been a real attention getter from police, state troopers and such. I've actually had these folks pull me over, only to talk about the bike itself...gas mileage, cost, comfort, storage, etc.
    I am in real estate and use this bike to travel Alabama for work. I have the top case on the back for added storage and it has been wonderful. I get the oil changed regularly and keep it clean with Pledge. I "do not" wash ...

  • rainsea 18th Jun 2008

    Reviewer rating: 2 stars


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    I am not impressed with this machine. If your looking for reliable scooter look elsewhere. I only had this scooter a couple of days and knew it wasn't for me. I bought it used and it only had 600 miles on it. Is has good take off speed. The temperatures climbed and the hotter the day were I would lose fuel pressure and come to a complete stop. I would let it cool down and it would preform again. The Denver Colorado dealers are not very friendly and you usually have to wait two weeks before you c ...

  • FuocoRider 14th Apr 2008

    Reviewer rating: 4 stars


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    I owned an SL 500 for two years and generally had no problems with it part from an electrical problem that was eventually sorted. It is a must to find a good dealer who understands the model and the modifications it requires.

  • philmel 14th Apr 2008

    Reviewer rating: 4 stars


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    Price, performance, cheap spares, handling and weather protection.
    Good all rounder and good value for money.

  • Buzbys Rank: Lance Corporal 15th Mar 2008

    Reviewer rating: 4 stars


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    Smooth, sleek and as of 2008, sadly now discontinued. The electric yellow version is an amazing 'safety' colour - only the most inattentive driver won;t see you.
    Although a scooter, it is heavy (well-built) and after 4 year I still average 69 miles per gallon, so it remains cost effective.

  • smaragadine 3rd Mar 2008

    Reviewer rating: 0 stars


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    Okay ... 20,000 miles on the clock. So far:
    Charging problems (this is more or less constant) battery doesn't charge much, coupled with the autocentre-stand means that you park up .. go away .. come back .. she won't start. Battery is also a complete pain to get at if you have a top box. No solution from the dealer
    Computer replaced three times, corrosion, thankfully still under warranty.
    Front brakes click ... this is the pads knocking against the anti-rattle. Changed disks, no difference, 3 ...

  • Guest 12th Dec 2007

    Reviewer rating: 4 stars


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    Mine also developed an annoying clicking from front disc when braking ,a caliper and disc were eventually replaced under warranty,after several complaints to dealer. It is very fast for a scooter and you can get a bit carried away keeping up with bikes,until you get to corners,when you can be caught out. I could have done without,radio communication system,electro/ hydraulic stand,phone charger,computer etcetera. It still would have been a very good scooter and the price could have been reduced ...

  • marshymod Rank: Lance Corporal 4th Jun 2007

    Reviewer rating: 4 stars


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    Overall a good buy, fun to ride, easy controls, economic to run,(I do 18000+ miles a year) reliable as long as you keep the battery well charged.

  • tonyjory 16th Feb 2007

    Reviewer rating: 3.5 stars


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    Had the Piaggio X9 500 since Oct 05, used it every day - only two major problems in this time:

    1) Battery failed - and with a top box installed is very hard to reach. After twice being caught out I installed a Datatool charger, which made life much easier.

    2) Oil filter exposed. Fist time it was damaged I was lucky because I went straight to the garage, was told the bike took 17 litres of oil and they had to top up 1.65 litres! Second time on the motorway - not so lucky the engine ceased! ...

  • M A Clewett 4th Nov 2006

    Reviewer rating: 0 stars


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    The Piaggio X9 500 is comfortable to drive and the weather protection is good. Its performance is impressive when the bike is working and not at the dealers and the looks are good, as one would expect of an Italian machine.

    However, there are too many bad points to list them all, so here are a few:
    Instruments failed after 60 miles.
    Radio has zero reception.
    Hydraulic stand soon failed and has continued to do so.
    Battery has failed at least four times.
    Fuel gauge hopeless.
    Silencer pain ...

  • lilbmw Rank: Corporal 4th Aug 2006

    Reviewer rating: 3.5 stars


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    I wrote a review last year and this is a follow up. I now have over 16,000 miles on the Piaggio X9 500. Yes that is miles not KM. I have taken it on 500 mile trips, and I use it every day for work. The bike has proven itself worthy of any other touring bike, except not as comfortable for passengers after 100 miles. The mirrors break easily if dropped, and are expensive to replace. Engine runs like new, no oil consumption, and now that it is broken in, I get about 60 mpg. Had it up to 109 mph ...

  • armadillorex Rank: Staff Sergeant 31st Jul 2006

    Reviewer rating: 4 stars


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    I did a lot of research before buying this scoot and can say that Piaggio has improved on most of the earlier faults that are written about here. There is no longer a power center stand, it's foot operated and beefed up, no longer near the oil filter and heavily painted to slow or prevent rusting. The electrics have been sealed better to prevent moisture infiltration. I have a battery tender hooked up every time I park it in my garage to prevent early battery failure - something every scooterest ...

  • Ian4729 27th Jun 2006

    Reviewer rating: 1.5 stars


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    Since owning the Piaggio X9 500 I have had:
    3 digi displays
    3 lots of head stock bearings
    2 oil filters punctured by the stand
    2 exhausts, the latest sounds awful but am told there's nothing wrong with it?
    A new battery
    2 drive belts snap
    Continuous problems with the brakes
    Constant stalling when hot,(Piaggio dealer unable to find fault)
    Centre stand pack up.
    I have owned this bike for 2 years and have kept up with all the services at a Piaggio dealer, and I still have no end of proble ...