Piaggio MP3 Touring 125 I.E.: history, specs, pictures

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Piaggio MP3 Touring 125 I.E.
Manufacturer
Production 2012
Class Trike
Engine
liquid-cooled, four-stroke, single cylinder
Bore / Stroke 55.9mm x 55.9mm
Horsepower 15.02 HP (11.2 KW) @ 9500RPM
Torque 8.85 ft/lbs (12.0 Nm) @ 8500RPM
Fuel System EFI
Transmission Gear box: CVT
Suspension Front: articulated quadrilateral consisting of four aluminum arms sustaining two steering tubes, and pull rod suspension geometry with offset wheel axle
Rear: double dual action hydraulic shock absorbers
Brakes Front: dual 240 mm discs
Rear: single 240 mm disc
Front Tire 120/70-12in
Rear Tire 140/60-14in
Wheelbase 58.7 inches (1491 mm)
Length 83.9 inches (2131 mm)
Width 29.29 inches (744 mm)
Seat Height 30.71 inches (780 mm)
Weight
Manuals Service Manual


The Piaggio MP3 Touring 125 I.E. was a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, single cylinder Trike motorcycle produced by Piaggio in 2012. Max torque was 8.85 ft/lbs (12.0 Nm) @ 8500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 15.02 HP (11.2 KW) @ 9500 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

A 55.9mm bore x 55.9mm stroke result in a displacement of just 124.0 cubic centimeters.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a CVT transmission.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 120/70-12in front tire and a 140/60-14in rear tire. Stopping was achieved via dual 240 mm discs in the front and a single 240 mm disc in the rear. The front suspension was a articulated quadrilateral consisting of four aluminum arms sustaining two steering tubes, and pull rod suspension geometry with offset wheel axle while the rear was equipped with a double dual action hydraulic shock absorbers. The wheelbase was 58.7 inches (1491 mm) long.

2012 Piaggio MP3 Touring 125 I.E.[edit | edit source]

The 2012 MY Piaggio MP3 Touring 125 I.E. sports a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 124cc, single cylinder engine mated to a continuously variable transmission (CVT) and produces 15 horsepower and 12 Nm of torque. It has been designed as a small-displacement, fuel-effective alternative to is bigger siblings. It features a ride-by-wire technology, which makes for an optimum power delivery and enhanced comfort. In addition, it features a 12 liter fuel tank, which gives this machine unparalleled range, being capable of tackling city traffic, as well as weekend long hauls.