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XEvo 250

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40 /100 Commuter
Power/Weight
0.13 hp/kg
Top Speed
128 km/h
Torque
20 Nm
Engine
244 ccm

2008 Piaggio XEvo 250 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in Piaggio's scooter motorcycle lineup, the 2008 Piaggio XEvo 250 utilizes a 244 cc (14.9 cu in) single cylinder, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 21.7 HP (15.9 kW) at 8,250 rpm while maximum torque reaches 20.2 Nm (14.9 lb-ft) at 6,500 rpm. With a specific output of 88.9 HP per liter and a 1,750 rpm working window between peak torque (6,500 rpm) and peak power (8,250 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 XEvo 250 measures 168 kg (370 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.13 HP/kg (7.74 kg per horsepower). The 12-liter (3.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 128 km/h (80 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Piaggio archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2008 to 2012, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
88.9 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.13 HP/kg (7.74 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,500–8,250 rpm
Engine
Displacement 244.0 ccm (14.89 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Engine Details Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power 21.7 HP (15.9 kW)) @ 8250 RPM
Torque 20.2 Nm (2.1 kgf-m or 14.9 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Performance
Top Speed 128.0 km/h (79.5 mph)
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 Single disc
Rear Brake Ø 240 mm (9.4 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 168.0 kg (370.4 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.1293 HP/kg
Overall Length 2070 mm (81.5 inches)
Overall Width 760 mm (29.9 inches)
Fuel Capacity 12.00 litres (3.17 US gallons)
Reserve Fuel 2.00 litres (0.53 US gallons)
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