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Vespa ZX 125 specifications and features
Every figure from the manufacturer's sheet, plus what each feature actually does for you.
The numbers in context
Each figure read against the 38 scooters we have reviewed.
The figures below are the manufacturer's. To make them mean something, each is read against the 38 scooters we have reviewed: the class average is the number to beat, and the rank shows how far the ZX 125 is from the ends of the field.
The 124 cc engine is 8 cc below the class average of 133 cc, 18th of 38. Peak power of 9.7 bhp is 0.4 bhp below the class average of 10.1 bhp, 14th of 38. Torque of 10.1 Nm is 1 Nm below the class average of 11.2 Nm, 23rd of 38.
Kerb weight is 115 kg, right on the class average of 114 kg. Seat height is 770 mm, right on the class average of 774 mm. Most riders from about 5'2" will get both feet flat. Ground clearance is 155 mm, right on the class average of 157 mm. Take tall speed breakers at an angle with a pillion, and slow right down for the unpainted ones.
Fuel tank is 7.4 litres, 1.5 litres above the class average of 5.9 litres, 3rd of 36. At a realistic 45 kmpl that is roughly 329 km between fills. Wheelbase is 1290 mm, right on the class average of 1295 mm.
Full specification sheet
Electric
- Top speed
- 90 km/h
Dimensions
- Kerb weight
- 115 kg
- Fuel tank
- 7.4 L
- Seat height
- 770 mm
- Ground clearance
- 155 mm
- Wheelbase
- 1290 mm
- Length
- 1770 mm
- Width
- 690 mm
- Height
- 1140 mm
Tyres
- Front tyre
- 90/100-10
- Rear tyre
- 90/100-10
Engine
- Engine
- 124.5 cc
- Engine type
- 1 Cylinder, Air Cooled, 3 Valves
- Power
- 9.7 bhp
- Torque
- 10.1 Nm
- Claimed mileage
- 45 kmpl
- Cooling
- Air-cooled
- Transmission
- CVT automatic
Brakes & suspension
- Front brake
- Disc, 200 mm, 1 piston caliper
- Rear brake
- Drum, 140 mm
- ABS / CBS
- CBS
- Front suspension
- Aircraft derived Single Side Arm Front Suspension with Anti-Dive Characteristics
- Rear suspension
- Dual Effect hydraulic shock absorber with four position adjustable
Source: Vespa official specifications. Figures can differ between variants; the table shows the range offered.
Dimensions in practice
The ZX 125 weighs 115 kg with fluids, has an 770 mm seat, 155 mm of ground clearance, and rides on a 1290 mm wheelbase. Clearance is on the low side; take tall speed breakers at an angle with a pillion.
The fuel tank holds 7.4 litres, good for about 329 km between fills in real-world riding.
Tyres are 90/100-10 front and 90/100-10 rear, tubeless.
Features, and why each matters
Grouped by what they do for you. Underlined items link to a plain-English explainer.
Safety and braking
Links the rear brake lever to the front so a rear-only stamp still slows you properly.
Front disc brake
Sheds heat and works when wet. Worth the small premium over a drum on any commuter.
Tubeless tyres
A puncture deflates slowly instead of instantly, and roadside repair takes ten minutes.
Hazard lamps
All four indicators flash; useful in fog and when stopped on a highway shoulder.
Convenience
Under-seat storage
Whether a full-face helmet fits is the question to ask at the showroom.
Equipment against 125, Storm 125 and S 125
Equipment present on at least one variant of each; check the variant table for trim-specific items.
Only the ZX 125 has
- Hazard lamps
Rivals have, it lacks
- Alloy wheels
- Side-stand engine cut-off
- LED headlamp
- LED daytime running lamp
- Digital console
- USB charging port
Colours
ZX 125 specs: questions people ask
- What is the engine capacity and power of the ZX 125?
- It uses a 124cc engine producing 9.65 bhp and 10.11 Nm, with a cvt automatic.
- Is the ZX 125 suitable for short riders?
- Yes. Seat height is 770 mm, low for the class, so riders around 5'2" and above can reach the ground comfortably.
- Does the ZX 125 have ABS?
- No. It uses a combi-brake system (CBS), which is what the rules require under 125cc. There is no ABS variant.
- What features does the ZX 125 have?
- 5 items across 2 groups, including combi-brake (cbs), front disc brake, tubeless tyres, hazard lamps and under-seat storage. Some are variant-specific.
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