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As a current 500ie owner, I'm still partial to the Fuoco look, but I like the layout of the new MP3 dash.
I would love to be able to mix and match features from both the MP3 500 and Fouco into one bike (and I can't afford to have Maksor do it for me and then ship it to Louisiana Crying or Very sad emoticon )
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MP3 storage space
Storage space numbers don't lie:

Old MP3:
"According to Piaggio, the storage compartment has a load capacity of 65 liters (17.1 gallons) and can hold objects up to 1 meter (39.3 inches) in length."

New MP3:
"Under the seat is a massive 50 litre (13.2 gal.) storage compartment that'll hold two full-face helmets or three days worth of groceries"

In my personal opinion this cosmetic changes didn't go in the right direction.
Considering new MP3 (next year) I am realty disappointed of the storage.
Overall look was refreshed and MP3 looks much better, and I like it, but functionality is NOT better :disappointed:.

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http://blog.motorcycle.com/2011/07/07/motorcycle-news/2012-piaggio-mp3-touring-unveiled/
http://www.justgottascoot.com/piaggiomp3.htm (old storage pictures)
http://www.motorcycle.com/manufacturer/piaggio/2014-piaggio-mp3-500-absasr-review.html
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yeah well the old one wouldn't fit 2 full face helmets size 64/xxl the new one will

it was/is bigger but the new one is more practical

the old on did have a ridge in between the trunk and underseat compartment

so you could haul long small things but my helmet didn't fit under the seat or trunk
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Re: No more rear storage
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MrGray wrote:
Seems like it has less storage space.
look at this.....
but, no more being able to slide a baguette through the gap between the spaces!!! One thing I used to love about that, was my bread staying dry in the wet weather!

I'll be back in Paris next week. If any of the dealers have one in stock I will need to try this out for real..!
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Re: No more rear storage
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I'll be back in Paris next week. If any of the dealers have one in stock I will need to try this out for real..!
normally good dealers in Paris have received at least one test model .....


If you don't find ....... send me a PM
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yeah well the old one wouldn't fit 2 full face helmets size 64/xxl the new one will

it was/is bigger but the new one is more practical

the old on did have a ridge in between the trunk and underseat compartment

so you could haul long small things but my helmet didn't fit under the seat or trunk
I can fit two XL full-face helmets in mine.
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If anyone (perhaps Maskor) goes to VEDAscooters this weekend to check out the new model could they please provide some feedback regarding the colour schemes- I am undecided about the blue but the other variants do appear to be "dull" in comparison.

A dealer over here tells me the first UK shipment is for 36 and only 6 of them are blue so I might not be able to see that one in the flesh.

Oh and it is confirmed the business variant is not being sold in the UK.
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colors are Black Gray blue and white
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colors are Black Gray blue and white
+1 ............

Business model :
Black Metallic "Universo" NNF
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Sport model :
Blue Metallic "Laguna" DQA
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Well I visited my dealer today and bought my new European MP3 500 Sport ABS/ASR in matt silver.

Unfortunately I'm off on holiday so it's 17 days before I take delivery. Plenty of time to lie back and speculate as to what mods to make - think the hugger is going to be the first one.
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Hi all

Yesterday I saw the new mp3 500 at my dealership here are the pictures. soon I'll testing the new mp3 500, and make a video, and you give my impressions.
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Any word yet from Piaggio on a Gilera (Fuoco) version?
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I can fit two XL full-face helmets in mine.
under the seat?
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I can fit two XL full-face helmets in mine.
under the seat?
One under the seat, one in the "trunk".
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review
Here's a review I ran across

http://www.motorcycle.com/manufacturer/piaggio/2014-piaggio-mp3-500-absasr-review.html

Reads more like a promo than a review but there are some tidbits of good info.

It makes sense that they removed the wall between the front and back storage compartments to make one large under-seat bin. Obviously, the back passenger seat height was raised to create more storage room.

The discontinued 500 had a nice mean/lean look but I guess if you're going to have one master model, this is a practical way to go, with good power and good storage. I hope they bring it to the U.S.
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headlight?
I wonder - does it still just have one headlight on, or have they gone (I hope) to the more sensible two headlights on?
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The discontinued 500 had a nice mean/lean look
The US 500 was the Gilera Fuoco in the rest of the world and is still (or is back, as the case may be) in production.
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The discontinued 500 had a nice mean/lean look
The US 500 was the Gilera Fuoco in the rest of the world and is still (or is back, as the case may be) in production.
The MP3 500 in the rest of the world looked like the 250 cc / 400 cc models here in the US. As CubsKing99 stated, the Gilera Fuoco (rebadged in the US as the "MP3-500") was also available in some locales with both being sold at their respective dealers in some countries.
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You can still buy the 500 MP3 FUOCO in the UK
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More pics
Today I went to check what the dealer claims to be "the first MP3 500 in Madrid". The photos are actually bigger but I don't know if I could fit them here. Anyone who wants "life size" let me know.
The guy claims to have sold three last week. I don't know if he's just bragging but I have to say the bike is gorgeous.
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Anyone out there who knows if the UFP's will fit on the new 500? Would like to keep this fantastic mod on the next bike I buy...

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yes it will
+1 with Maksor......



The mine is now home .....
one-eyed at the moment but it will not last
one-eyed at the moment but it will not last
not final color
not final color
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Yipee - that's the colour I bought.
Really looking forward to seeing how you modify it. Mine will be staying the original colour.

Your probably not interested but I wrote to Fehling earlier this week regarding whether they would be producing their range of crashbars, pannier mounts etc for this version - if they do ----- it won't be until the end of the year.

I can't wait for mine to get delivered a week on Monday
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I M N V S

Still loving the heck out of my 400, though.
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yes it will
Perfect!
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Hello Happy NEW MP3 owners.

Can you give me and I think also the other MP3 friends here on the forum a small impression of your drivers position please.

Is the inclination of the seat better, no more sliding forewords i.e.?
And perhaps more relax or sportive or ....?

What about the feeling with the bigger front wheels.....?

Thanks in advance.

André
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Hello Happy NEW MP3 owners.

Can you give me and I think also the other MP3 friends here on the forum a small impression of your drivers position please.

André
My first feeling is that the guide seems more accurate at medium speed, but more sensitive at low speeds or maneuvers.
It is undisputed that the driver and passenger more space ..... But the saddle is extremely hard .
The throttle seems more responsive.
Of course, the braking is much safer and biting.

I look forward to end my running to test higher speeds Shhh emoticon
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Congratulations!
By the way: Is it possible to buy not-LT version? I do not need brake in the leg.
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By the way: Is it possible to buy not-LT version? I do not need brake in the leg.
Not to my knowledge......

Only one option : With or Without ABS
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Re: Q......
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AndreNL wrote:
Hello Happy NEW MP3 owners.

Can you give me and I think also the other MP3 friends here on the forum a small impression of your drivers position please.

André
My first feeling is that the guide seems more accurate at medium speed, but more sensitive at low speeds or maneuvers.
It is undisputed that the driver and passenger more space ..... But the saddle is extremely hard .
The throttle seems more responsive.
Of course, the braking is much safer and biting.

I look forward to end my running to test higher speeds Shhh emoticon
Best FRCX.
Nice bike. But what are you going to do with it than, color?
And your nice light mods you did with your "old" one?
You have alreay some options to put on?
For the seat, let a nice ass sit in front of you, she will perhaps soften it some faster.


Looking forward to see it.
Safe rides.
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Re: Q......
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But what are you going to do with it than, color?
And your nice light mods you did with your "old" one?
Answer on pics.....
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New MP3
Hoping that the new model actually makes an appearance over here in the states. Like my current MP3 but the new one looks slick and would like to have the option to upgrade to a newer model (an option sorely lacking for those of use in the states) will have to check with Victory in Chandler see if they have any info bout new ones coming to states
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rear end is the same
Exactly. And they've also taken the ABS/ASR from the X10 (and BV350).
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Just ordered the new Rims for the front and rear Razz emoticon
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Re: Q......
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AndreNL wrote:
But what are you going to do with it than, color?
And your nice light mods you did with your "old" one?
Answer on pics.....
Wonderful colour. Is it paint or is it a wrap????
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love it but the price
I love the glove box, usb out (for gps power), etc.

But the price! $12,000. Even if they brought it here, who's going to pay that? I'd rather forego ABS, ASR for a reasonably priced MP3.
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I love the glove box, usb out (for gps power), etc.

But the price! $12,000. Even if they brought it here, who's going to pay that? I'd rather forego ABS, ASR for a reasonably priced MP3.
People who want one - I never understand why people pay the price they do for iphones but that's because I don't want one. Everyone else in the pub does have one.

I do want one of these MP3's and it's getting delivered in about 2 hours and 55 minutes.

Being a bit more constructive - I've read every review piece of gossip etc for the last couple of months regarding this new model and a consistent thread has been that the ABS/ASR is actually an optional extra. At the same time there seems to be some EU legislation coming soon that will make ABS mandatory on new EU sold bikes. I haven't seen any dealers trying to sell a non ABS version.

Hopefully they may sell the bikes in the states with ABS/ASR as an option.

I for one am really hoping that this bike does go the states
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