At the heart of the 1997 Cagiva W8 125 enduro - offroad motorcycle, Cagiva pairs a 125 cc (7.6 cu in) single cylinder, two-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 15 HP (10.9 kW) at 9,900 rpm while maximum torque reaches 20 Nm (14.8 lb-ft), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 120 HP per liter, 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 W8 125 measures 114 kg (251 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.13 HP/kg (7.6 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 870 mm (34.3 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control.
Specific Output
120 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.13 HP/kg (7.6 kg/HP)
Standover Height
870 mm (34.3 in)
Engine
Displacement125.0 ccm (7.63 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Power15.0 HP (10.9 kW)) @ 9900 RPM
Torque20.0 Nm (2.0 kgf-m or 14.8 ft.lbs)
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Wheels & Brakes
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight114.0 kg (251.3 pounds)
Power/Weight0.1316 HP/kg
Seat Height870 mm (34.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Brakes
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Transmission
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