Piaggio 1610087727000 Engine Water Pump – Porter 1000-1300 Pick-Van (1992-2009)

The Piaggio 1610087727000 water pump is the original equipment component for the cooling system of the Piaggio Porter 1000-1300 Pick-Van, 1992-2009 range, in petrol, LPG, and natural gas versions. This pump circulates fluid between the engine block and the radiator: it bolts directly onto the engine in place of the one being replaced, using the same holes and the same duct coupling. Product code 1610087727000.

✓ Strengths

• Original Piaggio Group spare part – official code 1610087727000, original equipment
• Die-cast aluminum body – natural finish monobloc, dissipates heat well and does not deform (observed from product photographs)
• Sealed cartridge bearing – lubricated for life, no maintenance required
• Pulley hub already mounted – four-hole steel flange, ready to receive the pulley (observed from product photographs)
• Mechanical belt drive – same as the original pump, no conversion
• Bolted mounting on the same holes – no adaptation of the duct or housing
• Side arm with flanged nozzle and integrated bypass fitting (observed from product photographs)
• New part, never mounted – not refurbished and not disassembled from a used vehicle

Technical specifications

Data marked as observed from photographs are derived from direct examination of the product images. The impeller material is not visible in the photographs and is not declared in the catalog: for this reason, it is not indicated.

Vehicle compatibility

List from the official Piaggio spare parts catalog. If you have any doubts about your Porter's engine, send us the chassis number and we will confirm if 1610087727000 is the correct code.

Who is it perfect for

This is the spare part for those whose Porter is leaking fluid, overheating, or whistling on cold start, and who don't want to deal with the cooling system again in six months. The water pump is a part that is replaced only once if the right one is installed: the original has the same coupling and duct geometry as the pump being removed, so there's no chasing leaks with makeshift gaskets. It makes particular sense for those who use their vehicle for work and for whom vehicle downtime is costly, and for those undertaking planned maintenance – belt, thermostat, fluid – and who might as well take care of this too. If you are unsure about the engine type or also need the gasket code, contact us for more information.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the gasket included?
No, the sealing gasket is not included and must be ordered separately. It is important to replace it along with the pump: remounting a new pump with an old gasket is the most frequent cause of leakage immediately after the repair. Write us the chassis number and we will provide the code for the correct gasket.

Is it suitable for my Porter?
The code 1610087727000 is listed in the official Piaggio catalog for the Porter 1000-1300 Pick-Van from 1992 to 2009, petrol, LPG, and methane versions. Engine types for the Porter change over the years: if you have any doubts, send us the chassis number and we will confirm the code before purchase.

Do I need to modify anything to install it?
No. The pump bolts onto the engine using the same holes as the pump being removed, with the same duct coupling and the same belt drive. No adapters, brackets, or housing modifications are needed. This is the advantage of an original spare part compared to a third-party adaptable one.

How do I know if the pump needs changing?
Typical symptoms include fluid dripping from the bleed hole under the pump body, play or noise on the shaft, a whistling sound that increases with RPM, rising temperature uphill or in traffic, and the pulley oscillating, causing irregular belt wear.

Does the bearing need greasing?
No. The bearing is a sealed cartridge type, factory-lubricated for life and not greaseable. It requires no maintenance: what matters is installing the pump with the belt at the correct tension, because an overly tight belt significantly shortens its lifespan.

Is it an original Piaggio part or aftermarket?
It is an original Piaggio Group part, official code 1610087727000, sold by an authorized Piaggio and Aprilia dealer. It is not a refurbished part, not a disassembly from a used vehicle, and not a third-party adaptable spare part. It has full OEM traceability and the product is covered by the manufacturer's warranty.