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ETX 125

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36 /100 Commuter
Power
12 HP
Top Speed
100 km/h
Torque
14 Nm
Engine
125 ccm

1999 Aprilia ETX 125 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 1999 Aprilia ETX 125 enduro - offroad motorcycle, Aprilia relies on a 124.8 cc (7.6 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 12.1 HP (8.8 kW) at 6,750 rpm while maximum torque reaches 14 Nm (10.3 lb-ft) at 6,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 97 HP per liter and a 750 rpm working window between peak torque (6,000 rpm) and peak power (6,750 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the ETX 125 measures 129 kg (284 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.09 HP/kg (10.66 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 915 mm (36 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,475 mm (58.1 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 11-liter (2.9 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 6.1 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 180 km (112 miles) between fill-ups, while factory top speed is listed at 100 km/h (62 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Aprilia archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 1987 to 2001, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
97 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.09 HP/kg (10.66 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,000–6,750 rpm
Theoretical Range
~180 km (112 mi)
Engine
Displacement 124.8 ccm (7.62 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, two-stroke
Engine Details Rotax 122: Aluminium cylinder with Nikasil coated liner. Reed valve intake.
Power 12.1 HP (8.8 kW)) @ 6750 RPM
Torque 14.0 Nm (1.4 kgf-m or 10.3 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Compression 12.5:1
Bore x Stroke 54.0 x 54.5 mm (2.1 x 2.1 inches)
Fuel System Carburettor. Dell Orto PHBH 28 RD
Fuel Control Membrane
Ignition Nippondenso CDI 071000-0910 QCA91
Lubrication Separate mixing with variable displacement, volumetric pump.
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch Multi plate wet
Driveline Primary drive: Gearbox: 63/19 (3.32). Final drive: Chain: 16/45 (2.81)
Performance
Top Speed 100.0 km/h (62.1 mph)
Fuel Consumption 6.10 litres/100 km (16.4 km/l or 38.56 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases 141.5 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Emission Details ECE R40-01
Exhaust PH [e11] 0068 01
Chassis
Frame Type Double cradle, steel tubes
Front Suspension Upside down hydraulic fork, 40 mm
Front Travel 232 mm (9.1 inches)
Rear Suspension Steel swingarm. Hydraulic monoshock with adjustable spring preload.
Rear Travel 260 mm (10.2 inches)
Wheelbase 1475 mm (58.1 inches)
Ground Clearance 360 mm (14.2 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 90/90-21
Rear Tyre 120/80-18
Front Brakes Single disc. Floating caliper, 2 pistons
Front Brake Ø 250 mm (9.8 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc. Floating 1-piston caliper
Rear Brake Ø 220 mm (8.7 inches)
Wheels Spoke wheels. Front 1.60 x 21, rear 2.15 x 18.
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl. 129.0 kg (284.4 pounds)
Seat Height 915 mm (36.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height 1205 mm (47.4 inches)
Overall Length 2245 mm (88.4 inches)
Overall Width 850 mm (33.5 inches)
Fuel Capacity 11.00 litres (2.91 US gallons)
Reserve Fuel 4.00 litres (1.06 US gallons)
Oil Capacity 0.60 litres (0.63 US quarts)
Other
Starter Kick
Color Options Black/Yellow, Baltic Blue/Blade Grey
Notes

Type PHA0. Alternative front tires: 80/100-21, 3.00-21. Alternative rear tires: 120/90-18, 4.60-18.

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