Piaggio X9

I am another lady rider, I upgraded from a 50cc after a year of riding to the the X9. I've owned two - one from new and the other second hand. They have a lovely character to them and make you feel big and road worthy but they do have a few niggles. I put the niggles down to the bikes being made in Italy for italian weather and being ridden and kept in the UK in UK weather. They included in my own experience... The throttle sticking so you could excellerate without holding on - recified by using a washer under the grip Cold start issues where the bike (electric start with no kick) will not go - fixed by putting the x9 500cc battery in ...  Read the complete review

I'm a female, first time bike owner. I purchased the x9 after doing a lot of research as I was looking for something inbetween a motorcycle and a scooter. I love this vehicle. I use it primarily for commuting, but have taken it out on the open road. It has a great ride, and I experienced no problems while on the road. There's a lot of storage space, especially if you get a top box, and there are a number of nice features (though mine didn't come with the cool yellow button mentioned in another review). There have been only 2 issues i've had with it so far (1400 miles)- more annoyances than serious problems. The latch on the seat that was mentioned ...  Read the complete review

I've got one of the early X9500, although not one of the very first ones that were recalled. All I can say is that it is the worst buy and the biggest waste of money ever. I've had it 3 yrs from new now and thank god I took out the extended warranty. It has had no less than two seperate engine rebuilds in about 15000 miles. Both were 'known problems' according to the dealer, although Piaggio UK didn't want to discuss them direct with me. In fact Piaggio were downright unhelpful and it was only when I threatened them with legal action and bad publicity they decided to pay-up. The first time was due to a basic design fault, a screw on the centre stand can be ...  Read the complete review

Reviewer details: Male, 6' tall, 44 years old, 24 years biking experience. Bike details: Piaggio X9 500, blue, with heated grips, and top box, bought August 2002, mileage so far 2,500. If you want a bike that will do everything that a Pan Euro will do at less than half the price then go for an X9 500. Ok maybe that was a little over the top, but seriously how many other bikes/scooters do you know that have all these goodies as standard: Adjustable screen and seat Fuel guage and ambient air temperature gauge Radio Intercom system (which can also be linked with mobile phone) Mobile phone charger Immobiliser Luggage light under ...  Read the complete review