Vespa 180 Rally: history, specs, pictures
The Vespa 180 Rally was a single cylinder, two-stroke standard produced by Vespa between 1968 and 1969. It could reach a top speed of 65 mph (104 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 10.06 HP (7.5 KW) @ 5700 RPM.
'Vespa 180 Rally' | |
Manufacturer | [[Vespa]] |
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Production | 1968 - 1969 |
Engine | single cylinder, two-stroke |
Bore / Stroke | 63.5mm x 57.0mm |
Top Speed | 65 mph (104 km/h) |
Horsepower | 10.06 HP (7.5 KW) @ 5700RPM |
Fuel System | carburetor |
Battery | 7.7:1 |
Transmission | Gear box: 4-speed Final Drive: chain |
Brakes | Front: expanding brake (drum brake) Rear: expanding brake (drum brake) |
Wheelbase | 48.43 inches (1230 mm) |
Weight | 235.01 pounds (106.6 Kg) (dry), |
Fuel Capacity | 2.17 Gallon (8.20 Liters) |
Manuals | Service Manual |
Engine
The engine was a air cooled single cylinder, two-stroke. A 63.5mm bore x 57.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 180.7 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a rotary valves.
Drive
The bike has a 4-speed transmission.
Chassis
Stopping was achieved via expanding brake (drum brake) in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The 180 Rally was fitted with a 2.17 Gallon (8.20 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 235.01 pounds (106.6 Kg). The wheelbase was 48.43 inches (1230 mm) long.