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hd 125 zeffiro

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34 /100 Commuter
Power/Weight
0.05 hp/kg
Top Speed
78 km/h
Engine
123 ccm

1960 aermacchi hd 125 zeffiro Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 1960 aermacchi hd 125 zeffiro scooter motorcycle, aermacchi pairs a 123 cc (7.5 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 5 HP (3.6 kW) at 4,500 rpm. With a specific output of 40.7 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.

On the scales, the hd 125 zeffiro measures 92 kg (203 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.05 HP/kg (18.4 kg per horsepower). The 6.5-liter (1.7 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 78 km/h (48 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's aermacchi archive, this model family spans 6 indexed model years from 1955 to 1960, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
40.7 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.05 HP/kg (18.4 kg/HP)
Engine
Displacement 123.0 ccm (7.51 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, two-stroke
Engine Details Single cylinder, two-stroke
Power 5.0 HP (3.6 kW)) @ 4500 RPM
Compression 5.7:1
Bore x Stroke 52.0 x 58.0 mm (2.0 x 2.3 inches)
Fuel System Carburettor. DellÓrto
Cooling Air
Transmission
Clutch Wet multiplate
Performance
Top Speed 78.0 km/h (48.5 mph)
Chassis
Front Suspension Telescopic
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 2.25-17
Rear Tyre 2.25-17
Front Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 92.0 kg (202.8 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.0543 HP/kg
Fuel Capacity 6.50 litres (1.72 US gallons)
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