Built around Vespa's scooter motorcycle platform, the 2009 Vespa PX 125 utilizes a 123.5 cc (7.5 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke layout. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 52.5 x 57.0 mm (2.1 x 2.2 inches).
On the scales, the PX 125 measures 106 kg (234 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,260 mm (49.6 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 8-liter (2.1 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 87 km/h (54 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's Vespa archive, this model family spans 9 indexed model years from 1998 to 2017, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Engine
Displacement123.5 ccm (7.54 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Bore x Stroke52.5 x 57.0 mm (2.1 x 2.2 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
LubricationWet sump
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox4-speed
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed87.0 km/h (54.1 mph)
ExhaustEuro II
Chassis
Front SuspensionSingle sided trailing link with hydraulic shock absorber
Rear SuspensionHydraulic shock absorber
Wheelbase1260 mm (49.6 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120-10
Rear Tyre120-10
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø200 mm (7.9 inches)
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brake Ø150 mm (5.9 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.106.0 kg (233.7 pounds)
Overall Length1810 mm (71.3 inches)
Overall Width740 mm (29.1 inches)
Fuel Capacity8.00 litres (2.11 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric & kick
Color OptionsBlu Midnight, Grigio Excalibur, Bianco Ottico, Nero Lucido
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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