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BuBu 125

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34 /100 Commuter
Power/Weight
0.09 hp/kg
Torque
9 Nm
Engine
106 ccm

2008 PGO BuBu 125 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in PGO's scooter motorcycle lineup, the 2008 PGO BuBu 125 relies on a 106 cc (6.5 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 9.5 HP (6.9 kW) at 7,750 rpm while maximum torque reaches 9.1 Nm (6.7 lb-ft) at 6,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox. With a specific output of 89.6 HP per liter and a 1,250 rpm working window between peak torque (6,500 rpm) and peak power (7,750 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 BuBu 125 measures 101 kg (223 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.09 HP/kg (10.63 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,210 mm (47.6 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 6.7-liter (1.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Within MotoLibrary's PGO archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2006 to 2008, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
89.6 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.09 HP/kg (10.63 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,500–7,750 rpm
Engine
Displacement 106.0 ccm (6.47 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Engine Details Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power 9.5 HP (6.9 kW)) @ 7750 RPM
Torque 9.1 Nm (0.9 kgf-m or 6.7 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Compression 9.4:1
Bore x Stroke 51.5 x 60.0 mm (2.0 x 2.4 inches)
Fuel System Carburettor
Ignition CDI
Cooling Air
Transmission
Gearbox Automatic
Clutch Dry centrifugal
Chassis
Front Suspension Telescopic
Rear Suspension Uni-absorber
Wheelbase 1210 mm (47.6 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Brakes Single disc
Rear Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 101.0 kg (222.7 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.0943 HP/kg
Overall Height 1060 mm (41.7 inches)
Overall Length 1710 mm (67.3 inches)
Overall Width 645 mm (25.4 inches)
Fuel Capacity 6.70 litres (1.77 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric & kick
Notes

Made in Taiwan.

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A2 license compatible, manageable power.
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