Positioned in Piaggio's scooter motorcycle lineup, the 2011 Piaggio MP3 125 Hybrid features a 124 cc (7.6 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 11 HP (8 kW) at 8,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 16 Nm (11.8 lb-ft) at 3,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 88.7 HP per liter and a 5,000 rpm working window between peak torque (3,500 rpm) and peak power (8,500 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,490 mm (58.7 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 12-liter (3.2 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 1.67 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 719 km (447 miles) between fill-ups, while factory top speed is listed at 160 km/h (99 mph).
Specific Output
88.7 HP/L
Power Band Window
3,500–8,500 rpm
Theoretical Range
~719 km (447 mi)
Engine
Displacement124.0 ccm (7.57 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsHybrid brushless electric 2.6 kW motor and Lithium-ion battery
Power11.0 HP (8.0 kW)) @ 8500 RPM
Torque16.0 Nm (1.6 kgf-m or 11.8 ft.lbs) @ 3500 RPM
Bore x Stroke56.9 x 48.5 mm (2.2 x 1.9 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed160.0 km/h (99.4 mph)
Fuel Consumption1.67 litres/100 km (59.9 km/l or 140.85 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases38.7 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Emission DetailsEuro 3
Chassis
Frame TypeSteel tube
Front SuspensionArticulated quadrilateral consisting of four aluminium arms sustaining two steering tubes, and pull rod suspension geometry with offset wheel axle.
Rear SuspensionTwo dual action hydraulic shock absorbers with adjustable spring preload.
Wheelbase1490 mm (58.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-12
Rear Tyre140/60-14
Front BrakesDouble disc. Two front wheels, one disk per wheel.
Front Brake Ø240 mm (9.4 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø240 mm (9.4 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Overall Height1490 mm (58.7 inches)
Overall Length2140 mm (84.3 inches)
Overall Width760 mm (29.9 inches)
Fuel Capacity12.00 litres (3.17 US gallons)
Reserve Fuel1.80 litres (0.48 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsWhite
Notes
Electric motor: Synchronous brushless permanent magnet motor. Power supply voltage: Three-phase alternating current. Electric motor control: Digitally controlled inverter.
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