2012 Nipponia Arte 125 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around Nipponia's scooter motorcycle platform, the 2012 Nipponia Arte 125 pairs a 124.6 cc (7.6 cu in) oil & air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 9.3 HP (6.8 kW) at 8,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 8.5 Nm (6.3 lb-ft) at 6,800 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 74.6 HP per liter and a 1,200 rpm working window between peak torque (6,800 rpm) and peak power (8,000 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 Arte 125 measures 143 kg (315 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.07 HP/kg (15.38 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 760 mm (29.9 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops. The 7-liter (1.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Nipponia archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 2009 to 2016, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
74.6 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.07 HP/kg (15.38 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,800–8,000 rpm
Standover Height
760 mm (29.9 in)
Engine
Displacement124.6 ccm (7.60 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power9.3 HP (6.8 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Torque8.5 Nm (0.9 kgf-m or 6.3 ft.lbs) @ 6800 RPM
Compression9.2:1
Bore x Stroke52.4 x 57.8 mm (2.1 x 2.3 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor
CoolingOil & air
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
ClutchDry, automatically centrifugal type
DrivelineCVT/Automatic
Chassis
Front SuspensionTelescopic, hydraulic fork
Rear SuspensionDouble hydraulic shock absorbers
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre130/60-13
Rear Tyre130/60-13
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight136.0 kg (299.8 pounds)
Weight incl.143.0 kg (315.3 pounds)
Power/Weight0.0684 HP/kg
Seat Height760 mm (29.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1230 mm (48.4 inches)
Overall Length2000 mm (78.7 inches)
Overall Width720 mm (28.3 inches)
Fuel Capacity7.00 litres (1.85 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric & kick
Color OptionsWhite, green, brown
Notes
Nipponia is sold in Greece, Japan, Brazil, Dominican Republic, Venezuela and China.
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Power
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
