Introduction

The Aprilia Scarabeo 100

The Aprilia Scarabeo 100 (2006-2012, ZD4VAC) is a scooter produced by the Italian manufacturer Aprilia between 2006 and 2012. Founded in 1945 by Alberto Beggio as a bicycle manufacturer, Aprilia developed into a significant name in the motorcycle and scooter industry under the leadership of his son Ivano Beggio from the 1960s onwards. The Scarabeo 100 is part of the Scarabeo model range, which was introduced in 1993 with the Scarabeo 50 and is characterized by its elegant design with large wheels.
While Aprilia was also known for sporty models like the RS series or the Rally scooter in the 2000s, the Scarabeo 100 was aimed at riders looking for a stylish and practical scooter for everyday use. Its production period falls after Aprilia's acquisition by the Piaggio Group in 2004, highlighting the influence of Piaggio technologies in this model.

Technical Details

Engine and Performance

Technically, the Aprilia Scarabeo 100 (ZD4VAC) features a 100cc four-stroke engine that is air-cooled and equipped with a carburetor. This engine, based on the Piaggio LEADER platform, offers higher performance than the 50cc versions of the Scarabeo range and is designed for a top speed of about 90 km/h, depending on the respective registration regulations.
Power transmission is via a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT), making the scooter particularly user-friendly.

Chassis and Brakes

The chassis consists of a telescopic fork at the front and a single shock absorber at the rear. The braking system includes a front disc brake and a rear drum brake. With a dry weight of about 105 kg and a tank capacity of around 8 liters, the Scarabeo 100 is designed for urban use.
Its design with 16-inch wheels, rounded shapes, and a large round headlight gives it a classic and timeless appearance.

Design and Variants

The Aprilia Scarabeo 100 (ZD4VAC) was painted in various colors that emphasized its elegant and classic style. Available paint finishes included black, silver, blue, and red, often in metallic tones, giving the scooter a high-quality appearance.
Regarding special models, there are no clear indications that Aprilia released special or limited editions of the Scarabeo 100 (ZD4VAC) during the production years 2006 to 2012. Although the Scarabeo range was expanded with different engine capacities and design variations, the 100cc version of these model years remained largely uniform in its design.