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Aprilia SR 50cc Sept '07 (57)
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Stay away, nothing but trouble, just after a year and very low milage, speedo gone, exhaust gone, tyres, bad rust, etc.....
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Seibar on 08/02/2010
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Aprilia SR 125cc Sept '01 (51)
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I’ve had my Aprilia SR125 for almost 4 months now and have found it to be a great little machine. I managed to find a very low mileage ’01 example for a very good price. I bought it to supplement my Yamaha Neos which has been my staple transport to work for the last 3 years without fault but I feel it needed a rest.
The first journey was back from the place of purchase, 144 miles, which was rather a baptism of fire but one that was completed without incident other than the front brake staying-on at one point. I levered the pistons back with the key!
The SporterSR125, as Aprilia call it, has the usual under seat storage into which my large full-face helmet fits easily. There is a separate lock for this so therefore it is a little less convenient than having a cable from the ignition to a remote release. The sides of the storage bin are a little lower than usual so one has to make sure than nothing is sticking out beyond the edge of the storage bin when closing, this is slightly more difficult than on my other scooter. The weight of the scooter is quite a bit more than my Yamaha and this was a shock at first. It isn’t a lot bigger than the Yamaha but even though it is only supposed to weigh 30 odd kgs more, it feels a lot more. Perhaps it is just the centre of gravity. The Aprilia is quite high to start with and when it is on the centre stand it is lifted a good 3 inches higher still. This is really only a problem when physically manhandling it, which I have to do on a twice daily basis. The grab handles are very high for gripping when lifting the machine. Despite all the extra weight the machine is no longer than my Neos but it does feel much less spacious. I’m not exactly tall at 5’7” but my knees are quite close to the back of the front panel and my feet (in my size 9 boots) only have about ½” to move around in, it seems. I can’t get both my feet flat down either when stopped. All these seem complaints but it is just the comparison which the excellent Neos that highlights these.
When analysing the performance all the petty quibbles fall away. Although I am no lightweight at 14 stone I haven’t had the indignity of being beaten from the lights by anybody as yet. My first journey was back from the place of purchase when I had some guy on an ‘08 Honda 125 Dylan attempt to beat me away from the lights, he was left completely behind. I let him pass when I approached the speed limit . I was worried he was going to hit something such was his craning back to see what had just beaten him. At the next lights, he got the holeshot when the lights changed but I caught him immediately and passed him and left him well behind, I didn’t see him again. This has been the case with everyone who has attempted to beat me. It all sounds very childish but other scooter riders do seem to seek out the opportunity for me to humiliate them. The occasional car has attempted to squeeze me out from a narrowing road from the lights but I haven’t lost to anyone yet. I have had to let a Porsche Cayenne pull away before me though, I’m not stupid! All this acceleration does come at a price though. Fuel consumption is not good and combining this with a fuel light that comes on after 5.25 litres have been used doesn’t build confidence either. The tank holds 8 litres, the most I have risked using was 5.8 litres, perhaps I will get more confident with time. The actual consumption, fill-to-fill, worked-out from the kilometres-only odometer and converted to miles is usually 51-53 mpg. My journey to work is now very short, 3.8 miles and 10 minutes in duration. I am assuming that the auto choke is in operation during this time therefore I feel this is mainly responsible for the appalling consumption. The best figure I have had was 61 mpg but again this was in bad conditions flat-out on the M11 into a very bad rainstorm and then stuck on the North-Circular in a traffic jam, unable to cut the cars due to flooding and my visor steaming-up and being wet inside and out. I would estimate 65 mpg as achievable if one had a longer commute. Somewhat worse than a 4-stroke 125 then! The top speed probably isn’t all it’s made out to be. The speedometer is very inaccurate. I’ve had my wife drive next to me in the car with the GPS on and a true 60 mph is 70 mph on the Aprilia’s speedo. I have had it up to 80 mph on the clock down a short hill so I would imagine a true 70mph is possible. Even more with a longer hill!
The SR125 handles very well, to illustrate, when I take out my Neos now I have difficulty in rounding the first corner, such is the difference in the handling between the Aprilia and Neos. The SR125 handles like a dream, I really do not know how there can be such a difference. Roundabouts where previously I always have my right leg out expecting a slip are now taken feet-up and faster. The stability is excellent.
The brakes aren’t that brilliant but I suspect my SR125 is not typical. I have worked on the front brake and freed-up the pistons properly, no more staying-on! The brake pads probably need replacing as I don’t think the surfaces are parallel and I suspect a degree of solvent impregnation. The rear brake is very grabby for the first few applications after which it becomes a great brake, overall. Certainly combined braking using both front and rear seems adequate.
I’ve only done a few two-up journeys on the SR125 and my wife finds it is more comfortable and spacious than the Neos. The retractable footrests she finds better than the rear end of the footboards of the Neos. The performance is dented slightly but around town it is not really that noticeable. It will maintain 60mph and can cope with motorway speeds two-up.
The build quality is not as good as the Yamaha. Some of the plastic panels seem a bit cheap and don’t fit that well.
The lights are excellent and the electrical systems work without question.
Overall then I am very happy with my purchase and would recommend an Aprilia SR125 to anyone. Sadly they are getting a bit long in the tooth now and are slowly disappearing into history. Get one of these instead of a new 4-stroke and you won’t regret it.
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UKBike Admin in Hassocks, West Sussex on 04/02/2010
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Aprilia SR 125cc Sept '99 (V)
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Hey, i bought my SR 125 a couple of months ago. The last owner had nelected it and i am trying to do it up. I am having a problem in getting the rear wheel off. so i can't take it to get a new tyre. Can anyone help me and advise me how i can remove thw rear wheel? If you would email me with a little advice to tomperry_11@hotmail.co.uk

Thanks Tom
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Tom Pezza on 21/09/2008
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Aprilia SR 50cc Sept '06 (56)
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If you are going to by an SR50 do not buy the DI-Tech version it is rubbish. no dealers or bike mechanics will look at it and when i found one it took them 8 weeks to fix it i have just got it back and it has already broke down. ( you will notice if it is a DI-Tech because it has no kick start)
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Rhyl Bear in Holywell, Flintshire on 07/05/2008
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Aprilia SR 50cc Apr '07 (07)
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da best bike eva!!!
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Burchy on 23/04/2008
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Aprilia SR 50cc Apr '05 (05)
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As a commuter it was quick, noisy (so the car drivers can hear you weaving through the traffic) but was off the road for 3 months – yes 3 months waiting for an electrical pickup to arrive from Italy!!
Great on fuel, weather protection is good, handling is great - it can be thrown around like a rag doll!
Top end is reasonable for a 50cc, mine would go off the clock having done the rollers, re-jetted & put on a Technigas exhaust.
Acceleration is brisk but the roller/jet combo needs tweaking to get the best mix of top end speed and the traffic light GP sprint!
The other good thing about the SR50R was the head & tail lights are exactly the same as an RSV R and through the traffic its just a fast!!!!
For a 16 year old or a cost conscious commuter you cant get better!!
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Larry Loaf in Bristol, Gloucestershire on 29/02/2008
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Aprilia SR 50cc Sept '01 (51)
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The best ped I've ever ridden. It does 45 restricted ! Buy 1 !
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UKBike Archive in Hassocks, West Sussex on 07/04/2003
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Aprilia SR 50cc Sept '03 (53)
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This is probably the best 50 cc bike on the road (except the rs) i had mien 9 munfs not 1 problem first time starter faster dan any speed fighter and more reliable ill tell u that 1. I put a racing exhaust on mine and down a hil I cud get just under 60 which is a good speed for a 50cc. its a fun bike but sadly few weeks ago mine got stolen im still devastated but when my insurance money comes back im getin an SR 125. take my advice get an SR 1-3 years old in good condition and ull be buzzin TRUST ME
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s-e-b-o in Stockport, Greater Manchester on 30/01/2007
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Aprilia SR 50cc Sept '01 (51)
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mine got nicked!
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UKBike Archive in Hassocks, West Sussex on 14/09/2006
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Aprilia SR 125cc Sept '00 (X)
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I have just bought an Aprilia SR125. It was a bargain I think, because for £450 I have bought an over 5000 mileage great bike! I fell in love from the first sight! It is really great bike. I have not reached her max speed yet, but I think she can lots of stuff ;) I must work on her body a little, because some plastic stuffs are broken. That is why I give her 9 stars. Could you tell me about a site which will be good for me as a new owner of this lovely bike? It can be some stuff about exploatation and tuning. Thanks
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UKBike Archive in Hassocks, West Sussex on 19/08/2006
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