2002 Piaggio X9 500 review from United Kingdom
"I wish I had never bought it"
What things have gone wrong with the motorcycle?
Engine seize - twice.
Dashboard replaced twice.
Centre stand power unit replaced twice.
Battery charging problems.
Heated grips broken.
Top box catch broken.
Seat catch broken twice.
Petrol leaks.
Oil leaks.
General comments?
A serious waste of money.
Unreliable.
Ridiculous service costs.
Poor manufacturer back-up.
Poor parts distribution.
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| A reliable workhorse |
| Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model Year | 2002 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Acceleration marks | 7/10 |
| Roll-on Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Handling marks | 4/10 |
| Braking marks | 5/10 |
| Reliability marks | 0/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 0/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 15000 miles |
| Previous motorcycle | Suzuki GS550E |
| Date of Entry | 28th June, 2005 |