Scooters
2008Aprilia SportCity 125
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The 2008 Aprilia SportCity 125 is an entry-level scooter designed for urban commuters and new riders seeking practical daily transportation. Known for its reliable 125cc four-stroke engine delivering 19.4 horsepower, it excels in city riding with manageable power and fuel efficiency. The SportCity emphasizes comfort and ease of use for everyday mobility.
- Capacity
- 124.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 148.0 kg
- Seat height
- 815 mm
- Power
- 19.4 HP (14.3 kW)
What’s new for the 2008 Aprilia SportCity 125
vs the 2007| Spec | 2007 | 2008 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 14.5 HP (10.7 kW) | 19.4 HP (14.3 kW) |
| Torque | 11.0 Nm (1.1 kgf-m or 8.1 ft.lbs) | 11.7 Nm (1.2 kgf-m or 8.6 ft.lbs) |
| Top speed | — | 105.0 km/h (65.2 mph) |
| Seat height | 678 mm (26.7 inches) | 815 mm (32.1 inches) |
| Front suspension | 35 mm hydraulic fork. | Hydraulic telescopic fork with 35 mm stanchions. |
| Rear suspension | Engine unit acting as swinging arm. Double hydraulic shock absorber with 4 spring preload settings. | Engine unit acting as swinging arm. Double hydraulic shock absorber with adjustable preload. |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Double disc |
| Compression | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed as a nimble urban commuter scooter for short hops and daily city errands rather than performance riding.
- Built for
- A practical, no-fuss automatic scooter that prioritizes convenience, easy handling, and city agility over outright speed.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders wanting highway touring capability, high speed performance, or off-road versatility.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 124.0 ccm
- Power
- 19.4 HP (14.3 kW)
- Torque
- 11.7 Nm (1.2 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1311 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 57.0 x 48.6 mm
- Compression
- 11.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Electronic inductive discharge ignition with variable advance
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump. Forced circulation with mechanical pump
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Automatic centrifugal dry clutch
Performance
- Top speed
- 105.0 km/h (65.2 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1360 mm
- Overall length
- 2100 mm
- Overall width
- 755 mm
- Seat height
- 815 mm
- Dry weight
- 148.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 9.00 litres
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 1.50 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Open cradle in high tensile strength steel
- Front suspension
- Hydraulic telescopic fork with 35 mm stanchions.
- Rear suspension
- Engine unit acting as swinging arm. Double hydraulic shock absorber with adjustable preload.
- Front wheel travel
- 100 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 80 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 260 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-15
- Rear tyre
- 130/80-15
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2005 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2011 | 2013 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 124 cc | 124 cc | 124 cc | 124 cc | 124 cc | 124 cc |
| Dry weight | 148 kg | 148 kg | 148 kg | 148 kg | 148 kg | 148 kg |
| Seat height | 678 mm | 678 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm | 775 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 9.3 L | 9 L | 9 L | 9 L | 9 L | 7.5 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Aprilia SportCity 125?
The 2008 Aprilia SportCity 125 has a Capacity of 124.0 ccm (7.57 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Aprilia SportCity 125 have?
The 2008 Aprilia SportCity 125 has a Power of 19.4 HP (14.3 kW).
What is the torque of the Aprilia SportCity 125?
The 2008 Aprilia SportCity 125 has a Torque of 11.7 Nm (1.2 kgf-m or 8.6 ft.lbs).
How much does the Aprilia SportCity 125 weigh?
The 2008 Aprilia SportCity 125 has a Dry weight of 148.0 kg (326.3 pounds).
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