Aprilia Sportcity Cube 250 Scooter 2009

Aprilia is looking to capitalize on a ballooning demand for commuter smart scooters with the release of its SportCity Cube 250. The 2009 SportCity has refined what was already a popular package for Aprilia, adding a bit more usability and performance to the big-wheeled scooter. The bike sports an even larger luggage rack with improved grab handles for passenger convenience, and has added an outlet for cell phone recharging to its already clever lockable glove compartment. Aprilia has also expanded the dimensions of the under seat compartment for even more stowing space.

A hearty 224cc, single-cylinder, four-stroke engine is called upon to haul around all this new found equipment along with a rider or two, and should prove suitably quick for around town runs and medium length commuting with its 22.5 horsepower and over 16 pound-feet of torque. The clean-burning engine is likely to be suitably frugal on fuel bills, though no official consumption information has been released.

The SportCity Cube 250 retails for $4699, not an insubstantial sum where motor scooters are concerned, but cheap enough that it should still be in the wheelhouse for those looking to seriously cut costs in their urban-oriented budgets.

Features:

Removable paint finish top box This capacious 35 litre removable top box features a matching painted lid plus an exclusive “Sportcity” chrome plate.
Removable New Concept top box A removable, 32 litre top box in textured black finish.
Fixed top box with backrest Fantastic functionality from such a compact top box. This classic fixed top box with a painted lid incorporates a comfortable and safe passenger backrest. Capacity 28 litres.
Leg cover This lightweight and comfortable waterproof leg cover helps keep you dry in bad weather.
Large windshield This large windshield integrates perfectly with Sportcity’s overall look and offers enhanced weather protection.
Sports windshield This more compact and aerodynamic sports windshield is the perfect compromise between stylish looks and protection against the elements

2009 Aprilia Sportcity Cube 250 Specifications

Engine

Horizontal, single cylinder, 4 stroke.
Forced liquid cooling with centrifugal pump.
4 valve head with overhead camshaft
FuelUnleaded petrol
Bore and stroke 72 x 60 mm (72 x 48.6 mm) (57 x 48.6 mm)
Displacement 244.29 cc
Compression ratio 11:1
Maximum power 22.5 CV at 8000 rpm – 16.5 KW
Maximum torque 21 Nm a 6.250 rpm
Fuel system Electronic fuel injection (Carburettor Æ29) (Carburettor Æ29)
Tank capacity 2.37 gal - reserve .39 gal
Ignition Electronic inductive discharge ignition with variable advance
Starting Electric
Alternator 300 W
Lubrication Wet sump. Forced circulation with mechanical pump
Gearbox Automatic torque converter
Clutch Automatic centrifugal dry clutch
Primary drive V belt
Final drive Gearbox
Frame Open cradle in high tensile strength steel
Front suspension Hydraulic telescopic fork with 35 mm stanchions. Wheel travel 100 mm
Rear suspension Engine unit acting as swinging arm. Double hydraulic shock absorber with adjustable preload. Wheel travel 80 mm