Naked Motorcycles

2008Cagiva Raptor 125

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The 2008 Cagiva Raptor 125 is an agile naked bike designed for new riders and commuters seeking nimble urban performance. Powered by a liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine delivering 11 horsepower, it excels in city environments where maneuverability and fuel efficiency matter most. The six-speed gearbox ensures smooth acceleration across varied riding conditions.

Capacity: 124.6 ccm
Engine: Single, two-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 125.0 kg
Seat height: 800 mm
Power: 11.0 HP (8.1 kW)

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What’s new for the 2008 Cagiva Raptor 125

vs the 2007

Spec	2007	2008
Power	15.0 HP (11.0 kW)	11.0 HP (8.1 kW)
Torque	—	14.0 Nm (1.4 kgf-m or 10.3 ft.lbs)
Top speed	—	120.0 km/h (74.6 mph)
Seat height	775 mm (30.5 inches)	800 mm (31.5 inches)

Other years 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail15%

Cornering70%

City riding78%

Daily riding60%

Touring25%

Two-up30%

Track30%

Best for: It's built as a sporty-looking urban naked bike, ideal for zipping through city streets and learning sharp cornering technique rather than covering long distances quickly.
Built for: It has a nimble, flickable personality with sporty two-stroke styling cues that reward playful, revvy riding at low speeds.
Not ideal for: It is not suited for highway touring, carrying a passenger over distance, or riders seeking strong outright performance.

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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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 800mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2008 Cagiva Raptor 125, with a relaxed knee angle of around 120 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 124.6 ccm
Power: 11.0 HP (8.1 kW)
Torque: 14.0 Nm (1.4 kgf-m)
Engine type: Single, two-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.0880 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 56.0 x 50.6 mm
Compression: 7.4:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Carburettor
Starting: Electric
Ignition: CDI
Lubrication system: Automatic mixer

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet, multiplate type; mechanic control

Performance

Top speed: 120.0 km/h (74.6 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1374 mm
Overall length: 1979 mm
Overall width: 755 mm
Overall height: 1040 mm
Seat height: 800 mm
Dry weight: 125.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 12.50 litres
Ground clearance: 175 mm
Oil capacity: 0.80 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Aluminium
Front suspension: Upside down telescopic hydraulic fork
Rear suspension: Sachs progressive with hydraulic shock absorbers
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 140 mm
Trail: 97 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 230 mm
Front tyre: 110/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 150/60-ZR17

Other

Color options: Red/black, Grey/black

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	2004	2006	2008	2010	2012
Capacity	125 cc	125 cc	125 cc	125 cc	125 cc
Dry weight	125 kg	125 kg	125 kg	125 kg	125 kg
Seat height	800 mm	775 mm	800 mm	800 mm	800 mm
Fuel capacity	12.5 L	14 L	12.5 L	12.5 L	12.5 L