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X8 125 Street

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34 /100 Commuter
Power/Weight
0.07 hp/kg
Torque
10 Nm
Engine
124 ccm

2007 Piaggio X8 125 Street Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in Piaggio's scooter motorcycle lineup, the 2007 Piaggio X8 125 Street pairs a 124 cc (7.6 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 10.3 HP (7.5 kW) at 8,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 9.6 Nm (7.1 lb-ft) at 6,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 83.1 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (6,000 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 X8 125 Street measures 149 kg (328 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.07 HP/kg (14.47 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 785 mm (30.9 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,490 mm (58.7 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 12-liter (3.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Specific Output
83.1 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.07 HP/kg (14.47 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,000–8,000 rpm
Standover Height
785 mm (30.9 in)
Engine
Displacement 124.0 ccm (7.57 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Engine Details Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power 10.3 HP (7.5 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Torque 9.6 Nm (1.0 kgf-m or 7.1 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Compression 10.6:1
Bore x Stroke 57.0 x 48.6 mm (2.2 x 1.9 inches)
Fuel System Carburettor
Lubrication Separate with automatic mixer
Cooling Air
Transmission
Gearbox Automatic
Final Drive Belt (final drive)
Clutch Automatic centrifuge type
Chassis
Frame Type Double cradle of steel tubes
Front Suspension Tele-hydraulic fork
Rear Suspension Two dual-effect shock absorbers and four-position spring preload
Wheelbase 1490 mm (58.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/70-14
Rear Tyre 130/70-12
Front Brakes Single disc
Front Brake Ø 260 mm (10.2 inches)
Rear Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brake Ø 140 mm (5.5 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 149.0 kg (328.5 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.0691 HP/kg
Seat Height 785 mm (30.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length 2050 mm (80.7 inches)
Overall Width 700 mm (27.6 inches)
Fuel Capacity 12.00 litres (3.17 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric
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A2 license compatible, manageable power.
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City & Commuting
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Seat Height
78.5 cm / 30.9 in
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Manageable weight for most riders
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