Piaggio MP3 125 vs Chang-Jiang BD 125T-3 (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Piaggio MP3 125stacks up against the Chang-Jiang BD 125T-3. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecPiaggio MP3 125Chang-Jiang BD 125T-3
Model year20082007
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower8 hp
Weight111 kg
Fuel capacity1.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesDouble discSingle disc. Hand operation, disc
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake). Hand operation, drum
Tires3.5-10 / 3.5-10

Piaggio MP3 125 vs Chang-Jiang BD 125T-3 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Piaggio MP3 125 and the Chang-Jiang BD 125T-3 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Piaggio MP3 125 brings its published horsepower, while the Chang-Jiang BD 125T-3 counters with 8 hp at 111 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: