Vespa VESPA 125: history, specs, pictures
The Vespa VESPA 125 was a Single cylinder, 4-stroke, air cooled scooter produced by Vespa in 1948. Claimed horsepower was 3.49 HP (2.6 KW) @ 4500 RPM.
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| Vespa VESPA 125 | |
| Manufacturer | |
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| Production | 1948 |
| Class | Scooter |
| Engine | Single cylinder, 4-stroke, air cooled |
| Bore / Stroke | 55.9mm x 55.9mm |
| Compression ratio | 6.5:1 |
| Horsepower | 3.49 HP (2.6 KW) @ 4500RPM |
| Fuel System | Carburetor |
| Transmission | Gear box: 3 Final Drive: Direct drive |
| Suspension | Front: Trail arm, coil spring Rear: Coil spring with dumper |
| Brakes | Front: Drum Rear: Drum |
| Front Tire | 3.5x8 |
| Rear Tire | 3.5x8 |
| Wheelbase | 44.49 inches (1130 mm) |
| Length | 65.2 inches (1656 mm) |
| Width | 31.1 inches (790 mm) |
| Seat Height | 31.1 inches (790 mm) |
| Weight | 81.0 kg (wet) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
EngineEdit
A 55.9mm bore x 55.9mm stroke result in a displacement of just 124.8 cubic centimeters.
DriveEdit
The bike has a 3 transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet Multi-plate.
ChassisEdit
It came with a 3.5x8 front tire and a 3.5x8 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Drum in the front and a Drum in the rear. The front suspension was a Trail arm, coil spring while the rear was equipped with a Coil spring with dumper. The wheelbase was 44.49 inches (1130 mm) long.
1948 - 1950 Vespa VESPA 125Edit
The Vespa 125 offeered continous improvment over the Vespa 98. The original scooter wasn`t fitted with a centerstand. The 1949 version of Vespa 125 had a new designed horizontal fins to promote better cooling.