At the heart of the 1997 Motolevo 125 naked motorcycle, Motolevo features a 125 cc (7.6 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 10 HP (7.3 kW) at 5,800 rpm while maximum torque reaches 12 Nm (8.9 lb-ft) at 5,200 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 80 HP per liter and a 600 rpm working window between peak torque (5,200 rpm) and peak power (5,800 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 125 measures 112 kg (247 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.09 HP/kg (11.2 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 850 mm (33.5 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams.
Specific Output
80 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.09 HP/kg (11.2 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
5,200–5,800 rpm
Standover Height
850 mm (33.5 in)
Engine
Displacement125.0 ccm (7.63 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Power10.0 HP (7.3 kW)) @ 5800 RPM
Torque12.0 Nm (1.2 kgf-m or 8.9 ft.lbs) @ 5200 RPM
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox4-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Wheels & Brakes
Front BrakesExpanding brake
Rear BrakesExpanding brake
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight112.0 kg (246.9 pounds)
Power/Weight0.0893 HP/kg
Seat Height850 mm (33.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Brakes
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Transmission
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