Scooters
2012Piaggio Typhoon 125
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The 2012 Piaggio Typhoon 125 is a practical urban scooter designed for commuters and new riders seeking easy, economical transportation. Its automatic CVT transmission and modest 125cc single-cylinder engine deliver reliable performance with excellent fuel efficiency of 38.3 km/l, making it ideal for daily city riding without frequent refueling.
- Capacity
- 124.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 2-speed
- Wet weight
- 113.0 kg
- Seat height
- 762 mm
- Power
- 9.1 HP (6.8 kW) @ 8500 RPM
What’s new for the 2012 Piaggio Typhoon 125
vs the 2011| Spec | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 9.1 HP (6.8 kW) | 9.1 HP (6.8 kW) @ 8500 RPM |
| Top speed | — | 96.6 km/h (60.0 mph) |
| Gearbox | — | 2-speed |
| Front suspension | Telescopic fork with hydraulic damping | Hydraulic telescopic fork with straight stanchions |
| Rear suspension | Single spring with pre-load hydraulic damper | Hydraulic single shock absorber w. spring preload |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Dual-piston floating caliper |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for short urban commutes and running errands rather than any performance or long-distance riding.
- Built for
- A practical, economical, no-fuss city scooter that prioritizes ease of use and fuel efficiency over excitement.
- Not ideal for
- Not suitable for riders wanting highway touring, high speeds, off-road capability, or carrying a passenger in comfort.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usRange and running costs
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Engine
- Capacity
- 124.0 ccm
- Power
- 9.1 HP (6.8 kW) @ 8500 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 68 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- CPVMC.124M70-007
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 2.91 L/100km (80.8 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 1.7 CO g/km
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 2.60 litres/100 km (38.5 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0805 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 55.9 x 48.6 mm
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 2-speed
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
Performance
- Top speed
- 96.6 km/h (60.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1346 mm
- Overall length
- 1930 mm
- Overall width
- 711 mm
- Seat height
- 762 mm
- Wet weight
- 113.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 7.50 litres
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Steel tube
- Front suspension
- Hydraulic telescopic fork with straight stanchions
- Rear suspension
- Hydraulic single shock absorber w. spring preload
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Dual-piston floating caliper
- Front brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 140 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-12
- Rear tyre
- 120/70-12
Other
- Color options
- Yellow, 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 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2015 | 2017 | 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 125 cc | 124 cc | 124 cc | 124 cc | 124 cc | 124 cc |
| Seat height | 762 mm | 762 mm | 762 mm | 762 mm | 762 mm | 762 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 7.5 L | 7.5 L | 7.5 L | 7.5 L | 7.5 L | 7.5 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Piaggio Typhoon 125?
The 2012 Piaggio Typhoon 125 has a Capacity of 124.0 ccm (7.57 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Piaggio Typhoon 125 have?
The 2012 Piaggio Typhoon 125 has a Power of 9.1 HP (6.8 kW) @ 8500 RPM.
How many gears does the Piaggio Typhoon 125 have?
The 2012 Piaggio Typhoon 125 has a Gearbox of 2-speed.
How much does the Piaggio Typhoon 125 weigh?
The 2012 Piaggio Typhoon 125 has a Wet weight of 113.0 kg (249.1 pounds).
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