Scooters
1983Vespa PK 125
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Built around a 121cc two-stroke single, the 1983 Vespa PK 125 is an Italian scooter. It weighs 87 kg dry and has a 6.2-litre tank.
- Capacity
- 121.2 ccm
- Engine
- Single, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- 4-speed
- Dry weight
- 87.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Scooter built for its class - everyday, practical use.
- Built for
- A scooter from Vespa, built around a 121cc engine - a real production model, but this profile is formula-generated from its class and spec sheet rather than individually reviewed.
- Not ideal for
- Not for serious performance or off-road use.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Reliability & safety
Bike Reliability score, safety recalls and owner complaintsBike Reliability
How the score works →36
out of 100Below average
The 1983 Vespa PK 125 passed its annual roadworthiness test first time 81.2% of the time, 3.3 points below expected for bikes of the same age and mileage. That beats 36% of models.
All years of this model: 33 / 100 (below average) from 931 tests.
81.2%Passed first time
13.3%Failed outright
5.5%Fixed during test
25,000Typical miles
165Tests
Pass rate by miles ridden
All years of this model.
Score by year first registered
36
31
32
33
21
19831984198519861987
Against its rivals · ranks 1 of 3
| # | Model (all years) | Score | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vespa PK 125 | 33 Below average | 931 |
| 2 | Honda ST 70 DAX | 31 Below average | 161 |
| 3 | Vespa P 125 ETS | 30 Below average | 198 |
Rivals are the most-viewed bikes on MotorcycleDB in the same category and engine size, from within three years of this model.
From British annual roadworthiness tests, 2005-2025. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0 (DVSA MOT test data, Great Britain). How Bike Reliability works.
Engine
- Capacity
- 121.2 ccm
- Engine type
- Single, two-stroke
- Bore x stroke
- 55.0 x 51.0 mm
- Starting
- Kick
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 4-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Clutch
- Wet, multiplate
Performance
- Top speed
- 92.0 km/h (57.2 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1175 mm
- Overall length
- 1675 mm
- Overall width
- 700 mm
- Overall height
- 1070 mm
- Dry weight
- 87.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 6.20 litres
- Ground clearance
- 252 mm
- Seat height
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Pressed sheet steel, streamlined monocoque structure
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Drum
- Rear brakes
- Drum
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 | 1982 | 1983 | 1984 | 1986 | 1988 | 1990 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 121 cc | 121 cc | 121 cc | 121 cc | 121 cc | 121 cc |
| Dry weight | 87 kg | 87 kg | 87 kg | 87 kg | 87 kg | 87 kg |
| Fuel capacity | 6.2 L | 6.2 L | 6.2 L | 6.2 L | 6.2 L | 6.2 L |
| Bike Reliability ⓘ | Too few tests | 36 Below average | 31 Below average | 33 Below average | Too few tests | Too few tests |
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 Vespa PK 125?
The 1983 Vespa PK 125 has a Capacity of 121.2 ccm (7.40 cubic inches).
How many gears does the Vespa PK 125 have?
The 1983 Vespa PK 125 has a Gearbox of 4-speed.
How much does the Vespa PK 125 weigh?
The 1983 Vespa PK 125 has a Dry weight of 87.0 kg (191.8 pounds).
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