Scooters
2008Vespa LX 125
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The 2008 Vespa LX 125 is a classic-styled Vespa for 125 licence holders. Its air-cooled 124cc single makes 10.2 hp and 9.6 Nm through a belt-drive automatic, for a top speed of about 91 km/h. A 775 mm seat, 110 kg dry weight and 8.6-litre tank make it easy in town.
- Capacity
- 124.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 110.0 kg
- Seat height
- 775 mm
- Power
- 10.2 HP (7.5 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for short urban hops, commuting, and errand-running rather than any kind of performance riding.
- Built for
- A classic, stylish city scooter that prioritizes charm, maneuverability, and ease of use over outright performance.
- Not ideal for
- Not for riders seeking highway speed, long-distance touring comfort, or any 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
- 124.0 ccm
- Power
- 10.2 HP (7.5 kW)
- Torque
- 9.6 Nm (1.0 kgf-m) @ 6000 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0927 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 57.0 x 48.6 mm
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric & kick
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump, 850cc capacity; chain-driven lobe pump; intake and delivery filters
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Dry automatic centrifugal type with damping plugs
Performance
- Top speed
- 91.0 km/h (56.5 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1280 mm
- Overall length
- 1800 mm
- Seat height
- 775 mm
- Dry weight
- 110.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 8.60 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Steel sheet metal with welded structural reinforcements
- Front suspension
- Single-arm with coil spring and dual effect single shock absorber
- Rear suspension
- Coil spring with adjustable pre-load and dual effect single shock absorber
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 200 mm
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Rear brakes diameter
- 110 mm
- Front tyre
- 110/70-11
- Rear tyre
- 120/70-10
Other
- Color options
- Gray, red, blue, black
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 124 cc | 124 cc | 125 cc |
| Dry weight | 110 kg | 110 kg | 100 kg |
| Seat height | 775 mm | 775 mm | 775 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 8.6 L | 8.6 L | 8.6 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 Vespa LX 125?
The 2008 Vespa LX 125 has a Capacity of 124.0 ccm (7.57 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Vespa LX 125 have?
The 2008 Vespa LX 125 has a Power of 10.2 HP (7.5 kW).
What is the torque of the Vespa LX 125?
The 2008 Vespa LX 125 has a Torque of 9.6 Nm (1.0 kgf-m or 7.1 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM.
How much does the Vespa LX 125 weigh?
The 2008 Vespa LX 125 has a Dry weight of 110.0 kg (242.5 pounds).
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