Vespa LX 125 i-get — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
124.5cc Forced Air-Cooled Single SOHC 3-Valve i-get · Source: Vespa LX 125 i-get (2017–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Vespa LX 125 i-get (2017–Present) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2017–Present Vespa LX 125 i-get (chassis RP8M66/ZAPM68) 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 160 kPa / 1.60 bar / 23 PSI front (110/70-11 45L) and 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI rear (120/70-10 54L), paired with 1× NGK MR7BI-8 spark plug(s) and a YTX7L-BS battery.
Drain only: 1.05 L (1.11 US qt)
R 200 kPa (2.00 bar)
Est. Range: ~294 km (183 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 | 200 ml (0.20 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: 110/70-11 45L · Rear: 120/70-10 54L (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 160 kPa / 1.60 bar / 23 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 | YTX7L-BS (12V 6.0Ah 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 · 10.2 hp @ 7,600 rpm · 10.2 N·m (7.5 lb-ft) @ 6,000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 785 mm (30.9 in) · 114 kg (251 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 7 L (1.8 US gal) · ~42 km/L → ~294 km (183 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
Introduced in 2017+, the updated LX 125 i-get replaces earlier 2V LEADER/3V units with the smoother i-get 3-valve top end, LED headlamp revisions, and front-11/rear-10 inch wheels.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Spinning higher highway RPM on compact 11/10-inch wheels, the forced-air i-get 3V demands full-synthetic SAE 5W-40 oil (~1.2 L with spin-on filter 82635R) to protect cam lobes.
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- Measure oil on the centerstand by threading the dipstick ALL the way in before unscrewing—resting it unthreaded causes ~150 ml overfill and oil blow-by into the airbox.
- Removing the 10-inch rear wheel requires unbolting the exhaust canister—keep a spare graphite exhaust slip-joint bushing on hand so it does not leak upon reassembly.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What are the engine oil and rear hub gear oil capacities for the Vespa LX 125 i-get 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 200 ml).
How do you accurately check the oil level on the LX 125 i-get, 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 LX 125 i-get?
Fitted with 110/70-11 45L front and 120/70-10 54L rear tubeless rims (compatible with roadside plug kits), set cold tire pressures to 23 / 29 PSI (160/200 kPa) solo or 26 / 32 PSI loaded. Seat height is 785 mm (30.9 in) at 114 kg wet weight, delivering ~294 km per 7 L tank.