Hipster 125

2003 Kymco Hipster 125 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 2003 Kymco Hipster 125 custom - cruiser motorcycle, Kymco features a 124.1 cc (7.6 cu in) single cylinder, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 11.5 HP (8.4 kW) at 9,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 11 Nm (8.1 lb-ft) at 6,500 rpm. With a specific output of 92.7 HP per liter and a 2,500 rpm working window between peak torque (6,500 rpm) and peak power (9,000 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the Hipster 125 measures 150 kg (331 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.08 HP/kg (13.04 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 690 mm (27.2 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops. The 12-liter (3.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.