Has Not Ran In Over Ten Years! Aprilia Atlantic 500 - Let's Get It Going Again!!

[@john-cc7ul]

another great video tom, nice addition to your fleet! i love fixing stuff with parts i have on-hand, especially when it saves $700. be well, johnnyg

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

It was just crazy luck that I had that fuel pump laying around. Sometimes it’s better to be lucky than to be good. I’m liking this big scooter!

[@karlvanboxel561]

Cool being able to improvise and fix stuff my prob is even tho I’ve got a lot of “STASH” I struggle to recall or find it nice little scoot think Suzuki do one called the Bergman has a 650cc engine keep up the gd work

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

Having stuff on hand is good but it can get out of hand, I try not to be a “hoarder” . The Burgman is pretty nice, Honda also made a 650 I think.

[@og5096]

♥️ ur vids. other fix for the fitting is, cut some plastic strips similar to welding rods, use solder iron to weld the plastic.thanks for the vid

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

Yeah, I had considered doing that as well. I was happier replacing it with the reasonably priced automotive fitting, the epoxy fix was just for initial testing. Thanks for watching!

[@azdesertdog]

I never really thought about scooters. I don't think they are bad or any less than motorcycles. Just not on my radar. When I do run into them they are impressive machines. Especially these mega-scooters as you put it. There are some pretty cool and unexpected features and capabilities.

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

They are a good fit for a lot of people, but many can’t get past the stigma. Me…I kind of quit caring about what other people think! I keep running into good deals so I pick them up.

[@brianpeterson9766]

Interesting rare scooter. I had to read an old review on it, MSRP was $6499 back then- Yikes. 39HP reliable Piaggio engine, solid drivetrain. 53+MPG. Top speed near 100MPH... Cons: small lean angle and occasional electrical issues. Looks like a fun commuter!

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

Yes kind of rare in the USA and maybe they didn’t make too many worldwide? I was surprised to see that parts are not available for some of the scooter. I have to test the top speed yet! 😀

[@Freebird1765]

I was looking at one of these for sale and i liked the design and power but had the same concerns you did, finding parts and it being too big and heavy. I have a Piaggio Fly 150 cc and am looking to upgrade to something bigger 250+ if i can find one for a decent price. Anyway nice video did learn something about the fuel pumps, trouble-shooting etc.

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

I ended up selling this scooter, I don’t commute so it’s just too big for fun scooter stuff. I think the Suzuki Bergman 400 is a better buy.

[@tboswell863]

Just brought a 06 Aprilia has not been driven five plus years. Owner said that his brother put battery in backwards! Haven't run right since. How bad of a problem do I have?

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

@@tboswell863 I imagine some fuses are blown? Possible damage to some other electronics?

[@brunothepug8807]

Don't ever try to start it with low voltage. It will bugger the voltage reg/rectifier and they are not cheap.

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

@@brunothepug8807 these models seem to have lots of charging system problems too.

[@NC750X]

I have 3 of these bikes in the UK it's a very reasonable bike for me

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

I haven’t really fallen in love with it. I already have big bikes so this scooter is just too big to be fun for me. It’s a great machine though.

[@NC750X]

Yeah I have a Honda nc700x but the scooter is good for commuting that's why I like them. I am glad you did a fuel pump video as mine is starting mo make some funny noises

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

@@NC750X if I were still commuting I would have a different mindset. I use scooters for quick around town errands, so that’s why I am not too much in love with this one.

[@KowboyUSA]

Aprilia? Now that'sa Italian!

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

And what could be more European than a scooter?! 🤔

[@MaNNeRz91]

Just bought a 2003 125cc one of these.. odd that they put the mirrors on the bars on the newer version the one I have they're attached to the fairing Infront 👀

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

Yeah, it’s funny seeing the little changes between models. 125 is a good scooter size, hope you enjoy it.

[@MaNNeRz91]

@@TomsTinkeringandAdventures thanks I got a great price on it with 4k miles. Sounds spot on just needs a little cosmetic love and a service for piece of mind 👌 rides like a cloud though!

[@MaNNeRz91]

Ive had time to look further and mine has both the faring mirrors and under the plastic panel are the normal brake lever threaded holes too 🤯😂

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

@@MaNNeRz91 that’s interesting, not really surprising because they probably use the same controls on a lot of bikes.

[@MaNNeRz91]

@@TomsTinkeringandAdventures it means they had the option to use both faring and bar mirrors but got rid of the faring ones on your model completely 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@yahshimisrael6912]

Hey Tom, hope things are well for you and your family… I’m writing you because I have an Aprilia mines is a 2004 Atlantic 500. I do not know how I fill my overflow tank with 50/50. If you can help me out I would more than appreciate it.. Or if it’s anyone in the comments thy could help me out I would gladly appreciate that as well

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

I’m sorry, I never did the coolant service before I sold this scooter. Hopefully you get the information you need.

[@KPax-rq7tq]

Hello!tom.. thanks for your!video ;) Now can U help me for " explain " to me where's " the Battrey " in this Scooter ??? Merci de France ..

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

Lift the seat to expose the compartment beneath. In the back, there is a panel with two fasteners. The battery is behind that panel. Bonjour!

[@KPax-rq7tq]

-:))) Yes .."beaucoup" ..Merci-tom ;)@@TomsTinkeringandAdventures

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

@@KPax-rq7tq I have forgotten most of the French I learned years ago in high school, but I’m glad to help.

[@KPax-rq7tq]

.. oui, c'est " Génial / Sympathique " d'aider les @utres avec internet !!! c'est super-rapide même si tu es loin *=* tu habites dans quelle ville où ça exactement ??? I'live in south of France / cloth of Marseille but I come from to little-city " Le Mans " maybe U know 24h hours of le mans with 2circuit.. Race & Moto .. I'm little bit " addict " now of everything whith wheel :) Merci encor pr le "détail " pour changer la batterie " sous " la selle car je viens d'acheter ce Scooter Aprillia que je " rebuilt " car j'adore le " moteur " qui est très souple & le bruit " exaust-sound " is Perfect ;) this not dragster!scooter but it's cool to ride this machine on the little road cloth of the sea here in south!France.. @+ @@TomsTinkeringandAdventures

[@eddieroden7015]

Hey are you a service repair shop? I cannot find any one to service mine

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

I’m just a guy who works on stuff.

[@Itsmebets]

How do you get to the spark plug to change it out?

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

I can’t remember for certain, but once you have the under seat panel removed it should be accessible.

[@stonerolling6813]

;)

[@Fella100]

Man can u plz!!!!! tell me where the battery is located all these stupid videos but no!!! one shows u where smh they show u videos of the batter smh

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

Under the seat , in the rear of the storage area. Two fasteners and a panel. You should get a manual!

[@Fella100]

@@TomsTinkeringandAdventures the battery on my Aprilia 500cc is under the seat??

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

@@Fella100 that’s where it was on this one.

[@Fella100]

@@TomsTinkeringandAdventures ok thanks mines got a lot of black covers to take loose I guess I gotta take them all out