Batteries for Piaggio M500 0.5 D 5 hp (diesel, from 2004)
Which battery does a Piaggio M500 0.5 D need?
Specifications and battery: 0.5 D (5 hp)
Piaggio M500 0.5 D (5 hp, diesel, from 2004) takes a conventional 4 Ah, 50 A battery (121 × 71 × 93 mm), with the positive terminal on the right. It does not need a Start-Stop battery, although an EFB or AGM of the same size also fits. (LDW502)
- Brand
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Piaggio
- Model
- M500
- Built
- 2004 - 2026
- Power
- 4 kW / 5 hp
- Fuel
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 505 cc (0.5 L)
- Cylinders
- 2
- Body type
- Hatchback
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine codes
- LDW502
- Start-Stop battery
- Not required
Battery for this engine
| Version | Technology | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Size (L×W×H) | Polarity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | Conventional | 4 Ah | 50 A | 121 × 71 × 93 mm | + on the right |
Data: vehicle specifications and the battery manufacturer's application catalogue.
EFB, AGM or conventional for this engine?
The Piaggio M500 0.5 D has no Start-Stop: a conventional lead-acid battery of around 4 Ah is enough and the cheapest option. An EFB or AGM also works (it lasts longer and copes better with short trips), but it is not essential.
Battery analysis for your Piaggio M500 0.5 D
Quick answer You need an ordinary lead-acid battery of 4 Ah. Our recommendation: VARTA YB4L-B.
Prices and availability updated on 30/10/2026
Based on the batteries we found for your vehicle, our experts help you pick the right one.
📋 What we found
For your Piaggio M500 0.5 D we found 3 compatible conventional (non Start-Stop) batteries.
📏 Battery size
The list contains batteries in different sizes or capacities (Ah). In many cases both variants fit, but it's worth checking your compartment dimensions and the Ah of your original battery before buying. Choose the one with the same dimensions as your current battery: a bigger one may not fit the compartment or the hold-down. If several match your size, the higher capacity gives more headroom for cold starts.
⚡ Battery type for your vehicle
✓ Your Piaggio M500 0.5 D does not need a Start-Stop battery. The conventional ones shown fit your vehicle and are the most affordable option. If you want a higher-quality, longer-lasting battery, you can also fit an EFB or AGM as an upgrade — they are fully compatible and last more years.
📊 View AGM vs EFB vs Conventional — full comparison
⭐ Our recommendation
For your Piaggio M500 0.5 D we recommend the VARTA YB4L-B (ordinary lead-acid, 4 Ah). It's the battery recommended by the vehicle manufacturer for your Piaggio M500 0.5 D — the OEM equivalent. Varta is the world's leading manufacturer of starter batteries and supplies first-equipment (OEM) batteries to the major European car makers.
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Verified selection
- Class: Car Batteries
- Brand: Piaggio
- Model: M500
- Engine: 0.5 D
Conventional Battery
This is a standard or conventional battery for vehicles without a start-stop system
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Motorcycle battery Varta YB4L-B (504011002) 12V 4Ah 50A
- 12 V
- 4 Ah
- 50 A
Dimensions 121×71×93 mm
- ✓ OEM fitment
€98.80
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Motorcycle battery Exide EB4L-B 12V 4Ah 50A
- 12 V
- 4 Ah
- 50 A
- Conventional EXIDE EB4L-B · 4 Ah · 50 A
Dimensions 120×70×95 mm
€32.80
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Motorcycle battery Fulbat FB4L-B GEL 12V 5.3Ah 50A GEL
- 12 V
- 5.30 Ah
- 50 A
- GEL FULBAT FB4L-B GEL · 5.30 Ah · 50 A
Dimensions 120×70×92 mm
€31.36
| Category | Make | Reference | Capacity | Cold cranking | Dimensions | Technology | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional Battery | VARTA | 504011005 | 4 Ah | 50 A | 121×71×93 mm | Conventional | €98.80 | More info |
| Conventional Battery | EXIDE | EB4L-B | 4 Ah | 50 A | 120×70×95 mm | Conventional | €32.80 | More info |
| Conventional Battery | FULBAT | FB4L-B GEL | 5.30 Ah | 50 A | 120×70×92 mm | GEL | €31.36 | More info |
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Frequently asked questions
- Yes, you can install a higher capacity (Ah) battery as long as the physical dimensions fit your Piaggio M500 0.5 D battery compartment and the positive terminal position matches.
- The Piaggio M500 0.5 D requires a battery with the correct capacity (Ah) and Cold Cranking Amps (CCA) for this engine. Compatible batteries offer 4 Ah, 50 A (CCA), 12 V, case B4L-B, conventional flooded technology. Browse the compatible battery list below.
- The exact Ah rating for the Piaggio M500 0.5 D depends on the vehicle's original electrical consumers. Compatible batteries offer 4 Ah, 50 A (CCA), 12 V, case B4L-B, conventional flooded technology. Use our finder for a precise recommendation.
- You need the make, model and engine. If your car has Start-Stop (the engine switches off at traffic lights), it needs an EFB or an AGM battery, depending on what it came with: if it has an AGM, fit another AGM; if it has an EFB, another EFB or an AGM. On cars with battery management (BMW, Mercedes, VAG group…), moving from EFB to AGM requires coding the new battery. Without Start-Stop, a conventional battery is fine, or an EFB or AGM if you want a longer life.
- A conventional (lead-acid) battery is for cars without Start-Stop. An EFB is a reinforced conventional battery for basic Start-Stop. An AGM offers the highest performance and is fitted as standard on cars with advanced Start-Stop, regenerative braking or high electrical demand. Replacement rule: an AGM only with another AGM; an EFB with another EFB or an AGM; a conventional battery with any of the three. Never move down in technology.
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- All our batteries come with the legal guarantee provided by consumer law against manufacturing defects. If a battery has a manufacturing defect, it will be replaced at no cost to the user.
- Under normal circumstances, batteries usually arrive within 1 to 2 days of ordering. However, there are some cases where delivery may take a little longer: peak seasons (Black Friday, Christmas, etc.), palletized shipments, occasional stock shortages, etc.
- In mainland Spain delivery takes 24-48 working hours if you order before 6:00 pm (Monday to Friday) and the battery is in stock; mainland Portugal takes 1 to 4 working days, the Balearic Islands 2 to 5 working days and other EU destinations 4 to 7 working days. Batteries are shipped fully charged and ready to install.
Guides
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This vehicle has no Start-Stop. According to the manufacturer, it does not need to be registered after the change.