APRILIA Tuareg 125 (1987-1988) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Aprilia Tuareg was a desert motorcycle made by Aprilia in the mid-1980s. The bike was available with a two-stroke engine with 50 and 125cc displacements and a four-stroke engine with 350 and 600cc displacements. In addition, the Rally version was offered in 50, 125, and 250cc versions.

In 1987, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Aprilia Tuareg 125, an entry-level motorcycle suitable for younger and less experienced Aprilia fans. It was in its third consecutive production year and packed the same specifications as the previous model without any changes.

The motorcycle packed standard features, such as a half fairing with a dual round headlight system, a small windscreen, a one-piece dual seat, a luggage rack, a high-mounted exhaust system, an engine cover, and wire-spoke wheels.

In the performance department, the 1987 Aprilia Tuareg 125 had its soul brought to life by a 124cc two-stroke single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 25 hp with a peak force at 9,000 rpm.

The power generated by the engine was transmitted to the rear end via a six-speed manual transmission that spun the rear wheel to a top speed of 130 kph (81 mph) through a final chain drive.

From top speed to a complete stop, the bike relied on a single brake disc mounted on the front wheel and a drum braking unit mounted on the rear wheel, providing optimum stopping power.