While the MP3 isn't any where close to Sportbike status you can take mid speed corners with ease.

With the rear shocks set at full stiffness the bike does tend to understeer, but it also keeps you from scraping any of the lower pieces of the scooter.

2009 Piaggio MP3 500 Scooter Review

It may lack some acceleration out of corners but it has plenty of power to make some smoke.

2009 Piaggio MP3 500 Scooter Review

The Piaggio MP3; a strange looking scooter for a very unique ride.

Once you get the hang of the hydraulic wheel-lock, long gone will be the days of resting your feet on the ground at stop lights.

Taking a strech out you can see the suspension that gives the MP3 the sportbike lean.

2009 Piaggio MP3 500 Scooter Review

2009 Piaggio MP3 500 Scooter Review

The long seat reveals plenty of space for a single full face helmet with room for some extras.

2009 Piaggio MP3 500 Scooter Review

2009 Piaggio MP3 500 Scooter Review

2009 Piaggio MP3 500 Scooter Review