Scooters
2005Aprilia Scarabeo 125
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The 2005 Aprilia Scarabeo 125 is an entry-level automatic scooter designed for urban commuters and novice riders seeking practical, fuel-efficient transport. Its liquid-cooled four-stroke engine and automatic transmission deliver reliable everyday performance with minimal maintenance requirements. Known for its maneuverability and accessible handling, the Scarabeo suits city riding where simplicity and convenience matter most.
- Capacity
- 125.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 154.0 kg
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Power
- 15.0 HP (11.0 kW)
What’s new for the 2005 Aprilia Scarabeo 125
vs the 2004| Spec | 2004 | 2005 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat height | — | 800 mm (31.5 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Engine functions as swinging fork swingarm, linked to the frame by dual connecting rods and two radial silent blocks. Single hydraulic double-action shock absorbers with preload adjustment, laterally mounted. | Engine functions as swing arm, linked to the frame by dual connecting rods and two radial silent blocks. Double-acting gas charged hydraulic shock absorber with spring preload adjustment. |
| Wheelbase | 1400 mm (55.1 inches) | 1415 mm (55.7 inches) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed primarily for commuting and urban errands rather than performance riding.
- Built for
- A practical, easygoing 125cc scooter that prioritizes convenience and low running costs over excitement.
- Not ideal for
- Not suitable for riders seeking highway touring comfort, high-speed travel, or off-road capability.
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
- 125.0 ccm
- Power
- 15.0 HP (11.0 kW)
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0974 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 56.4 x 50.0 mm
- Compression
- 12.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump. Forced circulation with mechanical pump
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Automatic centrifugal
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1415 mm
- Overall length
- 2030 mm
- Overall width
- 680 mm
- Overall height
- 1330 mm
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Dry weight
- 154.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 9.50 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Split single beam double cradle in high tensile tubular steel
- Front suspension
- Telescopic hydraulic fork, 35 mm dia. sleeves.
- Rear suspension
- Engine functions as swing arm, linked to the frame by dual connecting rods and two radial silent blocks. Double-acting gas charged hydraulic shock absorber with spring preload adjustment.
- Front wheel travel
- 110 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 90 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 260 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 100/80-16
- Rear tyre
- 130/80-16
Other
- Color options
- Beige Mou Grigio Platino Grigio Piombo Grigio Platino Grigio Diamond Nero Shadow
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 | 2005 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 125 cc | 125 cc | 124 cc | 124 cc | 124 cc |
| Dry weight | 154 kg | 154 kg | 154 kg | 154 kg | 154 kg |
| Seat height | — | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 9.5 L | 9.5 L | 9.5 L | 9.5 L | 9.5 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 Scarabeo 125?
The 2005 Aprilia Scarabeo 125 has a Capacity of 125.0 ccm (7.63 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Aprilia Scarabeo 125 have?
The 2005 Aprilia Scarabeo 125 has a Power of 15.0 HP (11.0 kW).
How much does the Aprilia Scarabeo 125 weigh?
The 2005 Aprilia Scarabeo 125 has a Dry weight of 154.0 kg (339.5 pounds).
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