Engineered by Palmo for the scooter motorcycle segment, the 2009 Palmo T150 features a 150 cc (9.2 cu in) single cylinder, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 10.9 HP (7.9 kW) at 8,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox. With a specific output of 72.7 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the T150 measures 160 kg (353 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.07 HP/kg (14.68 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,650 mm (65 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 6-liter (1.6 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 2.9 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 207 km (129 miles) between fill-ups.
Within MotoLibrary's Palmo archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2009 to 2011, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
72.7 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.07 HP/kg (14.68 kg/HP)
Theoretical Range
~207 km (129 mi)
Engine
Displacement150.0 ccm (9.15 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power10.9 HP (7.9 kW)) @ 8500 RPM
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Fuel ControlOverhead Valves (OHV)
IgnitionCDI
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Performance
Fuel Consumption2.90 litres/100 km (34.5 km/l or 81.11 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases67.3 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Wheelbase1650 mm (65.0 inches)
Ground Clearance110 mm (4.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre130/60-13
Rear Tyre110/90-10
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight160.0 kg (352.7 pounds)
Power/Weight0.0679 HP/kg
Fuel Capacity6.00 litres (1.59 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Buying Checklist
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