Vespa P150S: history, specs, pictures

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Vespa P150S
Manufacturer Vespa
Production 1978
Class Scooter
Engine Two stroke, single cylinder, air-cooled
Bore / Stroke 58.4mm x 58.4mm
Compression ratio 8.2:1
Horse Power 7.51 HP (5.6 KW) @ 5750RPM
Fuel system Carburetor
Transmission Gear box: 4-Speed, grip-shift, constant mesh

Final Drive: Direct drive

Clutch: Wet Multi-plate
Suspension Front: Trail arm with coil spring and damper
Rear: Coil spring with damper
Brakes Front: Drum 125 mm
Rear: Drum 127 mm
Front Tire 3.5 x 8"
Rear Tire 3.5 x 8"
Wheelbase 47.2 inches (1199 mm)
Dimensions L 68.5 inches (1740 mm)
W 26.42 inches (671 mm)
Weight  (dry), 113.0 kg (wet)
Manuals Service Manual
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The Vespa P150S was a Two stroke, single cylinder, air-cooled scooter produced by Vespa in 1978. Claimed horsepower was 7.51 HP (5.6 KW) @ 5750 RPM.

Engine

A 58.4mm bore x 58.4mm stroke result in a displacement of just 149.0 cubic centimeters.

Drive

The bike has a 4-Speed, grip-shift, constant mesh transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet Multi-plate.

Chassis

It came with a 3.5 x 8" front tire and a 3.5 x 8" rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Drum 125 mm in the front and a Drum 127 mm in the rear. The front suspension was a Trail arm with coil spring and damper while the rear was equipped with a Coil spring with damper. The wheelbase was 47.2 inches (1199 mm) long.

1978 - 1990 Vespa P150S

1978 - 1990 Vespa P150S 1978 - 1990 Vespa P150S

The Vespa P 150 model is a Scooter bike manufactured by Vespa. In this version sold from year 1978, the dry weight is 97.0 kg (216.8 pounds) and it is equiped with a Single cylinder, two-stroke motor.