Malaguti Spidermax 2004-2011 Story of an unusual scooter in pictures

Malaguti SPIDERMAX  near final design

What makes the Spidermax so different to other scooters?

4 stage cooling system - normal: 3 stage
aluminum frame- normal: steel tube frame
16" wheels - normal: front 13 to 15" extremely rare 16" and rear very seldom over 14"
car quality air filter (VW Golf 2) - normal: oil covered sponge
stainless steel exhaust - normal: steel exhaust
handling like a sporty motorcycle - normal: handling like a scooter
unique design - normal: most maxi scooters now look very much alike
dual front brakes - normal: single front brake
remove the foot rest (2 screws) and you can work on the transmission - normal: lots of plastic to remove first.

Other nice points

Checking and changing motor oil instantly from the outside.

Changing the oil filter instantly from the outside.

Checking and changing final drive oil instantly from the outside.

Checking and changing spark plug just open a clip in cover.

Adjusting headlights from the outside.

Changing headlights possible from the outside if you have small hands, for every body else 2 screws and removing the faceplate and you are there.

All other lamps, open the service clip cover.

Check/change battery remove 2 screws and the 2 screws from the driver seat.

Charge battery, just plug in at the power outlet in the trunk.

Angled tire valves for easy filling.

Mirrors easy fold away.

Handle bar lock left or right.

after 70.000 km

reliable

mostly easy to work and fix

part prices are OK

Malaguti SPIDERMAX CAD CAM

Malaguti SPIDERMAX passenger space

Malaguti factory design studio

Malaguti SPIDERMAX aluminum frame
The sturdy aluminum frame combined the the two 16" wheels makes the SPIDERMAX unique.
That gives a more sports bike than scooter feel and handling.

Malaguti SPIDERMAX engine test

Malaguti SPIDERMAX naked
between the front and the rear wheel there is a sturdy aluminum frame for maximum stability

Malaguti SPIDERMAX naked

Malaguti SPIDERMAX wind channel test

Malaguti SPIDERMAX assembly line

Malaguti SPIDERMAX assembly line

Malaguti SPIDERMAX advertising

Malaguti SPIDERMAX advertising

Malaguti SPIDERMAX advertising

Malaguti SPIDERMAX advertising trunk space
if you put the in the right way you can store 2 full face helmets

Malaguti SPIDERMAX advertising trunk space
the only scooter with a trunk space what can hold a  briefcase

Malaguti SPIDERMAX advertising lineup
Sadly the color choice missed some some exiting or sporty colors

Malaguti SPIDERMAX advertisingwith tall girl and short guy ;)

Malaguti SPIDERMAX road test
riding curves is limited by the scraping center stand

Malaguti SPIDERMAX road test
you can do this even with 2 persons and it still feels absolutely safe.

Malaguti SPIDERMAX road test
you should see sparks from the center stand

Malaguti SPIDERMAX road test
2004 Malaguti SPIDERMAX is ready to hit the streets

Malaguti SPIDERMAX EICMA Italian motor show

Malaguti SPIDERMAX EICMA Italian motor show
wow look at that rear end - i am talking about the SPIDERMAX

Malaguti SPIDERMAX Italian Spidermax and scooter club
home of my friend Slooper who has an awesome repair and more forum - sadly only in Italian - but with pictures!

Malaguti SPIDERMAX Italian Spidermax and scooter club
wish I could be there...

2007 Malaguti SPIDERMAX facelift RS model
After a nose job and some heavy butt surgery combined with an Euro 3 cat.
The engine grows 40 cc to cancel the loss from the now cleaner catalyst.

Malaguti SPIDERMAX RS and GT compared
the unfortunate bucket design of the lower trunk what disgraced the nice backside was reshaped to a more contemporary design

the "exiting" colors of the Malaguti Spidermax RS

Malaguti Spidermax RS (does this look like a scooter?)

Malaguti Spidermax RS scraping the curves

Malaguti Spidermax RS test ride

Malaguti SPIDERMAX police edition

Malaguti SPIDERMAX the last SPIDERMAX RS waiting in the factory for their new owner

Malaguti SPIDERMAX one of the last RS build

Malaguti SPIDERMAX one of the last RS build

in 2011 the Malaguti MOTO company closed its door forever
There is a small staff left to supply you with spare parts what has now even an on-line order system.

Malaguti SPIDERMAX - fans and factory

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Technical data from the factory


A dream comes true in a single project
An exciting Touring bike for your week-ends as well as a comfortable maxi scooter for your commuting daily. The performance and the emotions of a real motorcycle together with the practicality and comfort of a maxi scooter..

– Euro 3, 500cc engine electronic injection 39,5 HP
– die cast V-BOX aluminium frame
– telescopic hydraulic front fork with 41mm Ø stanchions
– two adjustable hydraulic rear shock absorbers
– Integral double disc braking: 270mm front, 260mm rear
– digital instrument panel with onboard computer
– 300 km range
– 16” wheels
– motorcycle tires
– a record boot storing either 2 full-face helmets or a briefcase
– a 1490 mm wheelbase for super handiness
– Saddle height: 76 cm only.


AS NIMBLE AS A SUPERMOTARD: A 1490 mm wheelbase assures an incredible handling even at low speed in the city traffic.
Bei der SpiderMAX GT 500 werden Leistung und Emotionen eines sportlichen Motorrads vereint mit dem Komfort eines Maxirollers. Das 500 ccm Aggregat mit elektronischer Einspritzung und 39,5 Ps Leistung erfüllt die Euro 3 Anforderungen an moderne Motoren. SpiderMAX GT 500 - wahres Understatement im Bereich der Maxiroller.



THE EXCITEMENT OF A REAL MOTORCYCLE: Die-cast aluminium V-BOX frame, like the most sophisticated sports motorcycles; its stiffness gives better road holding and high stability under any riding condition.
Der druckgegossene V-BOX-Aluminiumrahmen ist für sichere Straßenlage auch bei voller Belastung konzipiert.


A RECORD BOOT: Spacious under-seat storage compartment: 38 litres for 2 full-face helmets, an overnight bag or a laptop bag. Standard equipment: hydraulic seat lifter, socket for charging mobile phones, courtesy light.
Im Staufach unter der Sitzbank haben zwei Helme oder auch eine Aktentasche locker Platz.



A MOTORCYCLE BRAKING SYSTEM: Integral braking system consisting of a 270 mm Ø front double disc with floating callipers and a 260 mm Ø rear disc allowing prompt, powerful and proper braking for top safety. 16" wheels and extra-large 120/80-16" tires.
Die hydraulische Teleskopgabel mit 41 mm Tauchrohrdurchmesser vorn und die zwei justierbaren hydraulischen Stoßdämpfer hinten sorgen für eine hevorrage Bodenhaftung und für sicheres Handling. Die doppelten Scheibenbremsen mit 270 mm vorn und 260 mm hinten sorgen für eine Perfekte Bremswirkung des durchzugstarken SpiderMAX GT 500.


An extensive new generation car-like instrument panel including all useful warning lights and a multi-option on board computer.
Die digitale Instrumentierung des SpiderMAX GT 500 schafft ein modernes übersichtliches Ambiente im Cockpit.


Malaguti Spider MAX GT 500
General information
Rating: 76.6 out of 100
Engine and transmission
Displacement: 459.00 ccm (28.01 cubic inches)
Engine type: Single cylinder
Stroke: 4
Power: 39.50 HP (30 kW)) @ 7250 RPM
Torque: 42.00 Nm (4.3 kgf-m or 31.0 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Compression: 10.5:1
Bore x stroke: 92.0 x 69.0 mm (3.6 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel system: Injection. Electronic injector by Magneti Marelli
Valves per cylinder: 4
Starter: Electric
Cooling system: Liquid
Gearbox: Automatic
Transmission type
final drive: Belt
Physical measures
Dry weight: 204.0 kg (449.7 pounds)
Seat height: 760 mm (29.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height: 930 mm (36.6 inches)
Overall length: 2,240 mm (88.2 inches)
Overall width: 810 mm (31.9 inches)
Chassis and dimensions
Front tyre dimensions: 120/80-16
Rear tyre dimensions: 150/70-16
Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 270 mm (10.6 inches)
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 260 mm (10.2 inches)
Exhaust system: Exhaust system with 2-channel catalyst
Speed and acceleration
Power/weight ratio: 0.1936 HP/kg
Other specifications
Fuel capacity: 14.50 litres (3.83 gallons)
Color options: Silver, titanium, dark blue, hemisphere blue

Technische Daten
Motor: Einzylinder, Viertakter
mit 459 ccm, horizontal
mit Lambda Abgaskatalysator (Euro 3)
Bohrung: 92 x 69 mm
Verdichtung: 10,5:1
Leistung: max 30 Kw / 39,5 Ps bei 7500 U/min
max 43 Nm bei 6000 U/min
Kühlung: flüssiggekühlt
Einspritzung: Elektronische Einspritzpumpe von Magneti Marelli
Armaturen: analog/digitale Instrumente / LCD-Display
Starter: elektrischer Freilaufanlasser
Zündung: einstellbare elektronische Zündung
Getriebe: Automatikgetriebe mit V-Riemen-Steuerung
Kupplung: Automatische Fliehkrafttrockenkupplung
Schmierung: Trockensumpfschmierung
Rahmen: Aluminium Monocoquerahmen
mit Stahlrohrheckträger
Bremse vorne: 270 mm hydraulische Zweikolben-Doppelscheibenbremse
Bremse hinten: 260 mm hydraulische Zweikolben-Scheibenbremse
Felgen: 5-Speichen Aluminiumfelgen

Bereifung: schlauchlos
120/80-16” vorne
150/70-16” hinten
Dämpfung vorne: 41 mm - Teleskopgabel mit 120 mm Hub
Dämpfung hinten: Zwei Gasdruckdämpfer /5-fach justierbar
Federhub - 75 mm
Benzintank: 14,5 Liter Fassung
Leergewicht: 204 Kg
Länge: 2240 mm
Höhe: 1430 mm mit Windschild
Breite: 810 mm / 930 mm mit Spiegeln
Sattelhöhe: 760 mm
Radstand: 1490 mm