Vespa 946 125 3V (Christian Dior / Bunny / Dragon) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
124.5cc Forced Air-Cooled Single SOHC 3-Valve with Dual-Channel ABS & ASR · Source: Vespa 946 125 3V (Christian Dior / Bunny / Dragon) (2013–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Vespa 946 125 3V (Christian Dior / Bunny / Dragon) (2013–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2013–Present Vespa 946 125 3V (Christian Dior / Bunny / Dragon) (chassis ZAPM80100/ZAPMA7100) requires 1.05 L (1.11 US qt) of SAE 5W-40 (JASO MA2, API SL / ACEA A3 Full Synthetic 5W-40) engine oil for a drain-only change and 1.2 L (1.27 US qt) with filter service (Piaggio 82635R / HF183). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 180 kPa / 1.80 bar / 26 PSI front (120/70-12 51P) and 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI rear (130/70-12 62P), paired with 1× NGK MR7BI-8 spark plug(s) and a YTZ10S battery.
Drain only: 1.05 L (1.11 US qt)
R 200 kPa (2.00 bar)
Est. Range: ~332 km (206 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Dry Centrifugal CVT Belt Drive |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 5W-40 · JASO MA2 · API SL / ACEA A3 Full Synthetic 5W-40 |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 1.05 L (1.11 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 1.2 L (1.27 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 1.35 L (1.43 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | Piaggio 82635R / HF183 |
| Correct Oil Level Check Method | Upright on level ground; screw dipstick ALL THE WAY IN, then remove to read level |
| Oil Drain Bolt Torque | 24 N·m (17.7 lb-ft / 2.45 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
| Final Drive / Bevel Gear Oil | 250 ml (0.25 L) — SAE 80W-90 GL-4/GL-5 (200–270 ml rear hub gear oil) |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 120/70-12 51P · Rear: 130/70-12 62P (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 180 kPa / 1.80 bar / 26 PSI Rear: 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 180 kPa / 1.80 bar / 26 PSI Rear: 220 kPa / 2.20 bar / 32 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK MR7BI-8 × 1 (Gap: 0.7–0.8 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTZ10S (12V 8.6Ah MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | Dry Centrifugal V-Belt CVT — Inspect/replace V-belt and rollers every 15,000–20,000 km |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · Air/Oil-Cooled Engine (No liquid coolant) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 125 cc · 11.4 hp @ 8,250 rpm · 10.3 N·m (7.6 lb-ft) @ 7,000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 805 mm (31.7 in) · 147 kg (324 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 8.5 L (2.2 US gal) · ~39 km/L → ~332 km (206 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 10,000 km / 10,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 10,000 km / 10,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 20,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Hand-assembled tribute to the 1946 MP6 prototype featuring aluminum body panels, a cantilevered saddle, horizontal linkage rear shock, rear 220 mm disc brake, and dual-channel ABS/ASR.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Often ridden sparingly by collectors, the 946 125 still requires annual SAE 5W-40 synthetic oil changes and biennial front/rear DOT 4 flushes to protect its ABS modulator from moisture.
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- Unlike drum-brake small-frame Vespas, the 946 uses a rear 220 mm hydraulic disc and split multi-piece alloy wheels—protect anodized rim lips and verify ABS tone-ring clearance.
- Its horizontal progressive-linkage rear shock sits underneath the belly pan; support only designated steel frame points when lifting for tire or oil work.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What are the engine oil and rear hub gear oil capacities for the Vespa 946 125 3V (Christian Dior / Bunny / Dragon) scooter?
With an isolated dry CVT belt case, the engine requires 1.05 L drain-only or 1.2 L (1.27 US qt) with filter/screen (Piaggio 82635R / HF183) of SAE 5W-40 (JASO MA2). Service the rear reduction hub separately (final drive 250 ml).
How do you accurately check the oil level on the 946 125 3V (Christian Dior / Bunny / Dragon), and what are its service intervals?
After warming the engine and waiting per manual procedure, thread the dipstick all the way in before removing it to read the oil level (resting it unscrewed causes overfilling). Torque the drain plug to 24 N·m with a new crush washer. Factory oil change intervals are every 10,000 km, with valve clearance inspection every 20,000 km.
What are the cold tire pressures, puncture repair type, seat height, and range of the 946 125 3V (Christian Dior / Bunny / Dragon)?
Fitted with 120/70-12 51P front and 130/70-12 62P rear tubeless rims (compatible with roadside plug kits), set cold tire pressures to 26 / 29 PSI (180/200 kPa) solo or 26 / 32 PSI loaded. Seat height is 805 mm (31.7 in) at 147 kg wet weight, delivering ~332 km per 8.5 L tank.