Vespa S 50 Super Sport SE: history, specs, pictures
The Vespa S 50 Super Sport SE was a air-cooled, 2-stroke, single cylinder Hi-per2 scooter produced by Vespa in 2013. Max torque was 2.95 ft/lbs (4.0 Nm) @ 6500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 4.02 HP (3.0 KW) @ 8750 RPM.
| Vespa S 50 Super Sport SE | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Production | 2013 |
| Class | Scooter |
| Engine | air-cooled, 2-stroke, single cylinder Hi-per2 |
| Bore / Stroke | 38.1mm x 38.1mm |
| Horsepower | 4.02 HP (3.0 KW) @ 8750RPM |
| Torque | 2.95 ft/lbs (4.0 Nm) @ 6500RPM |
| Transmission | Gear box: CVT Clutch: dry, centrifugal, automatic |
| Suspension | Front: single arm with coil spring and dual effect hydraulic single shock absorber Rear: coil spring and dual effect single shock absorber |
| Brakes | Front: 200 mm steel disc Rear: 110 mm drum |
| Front Tire | 110 / 70-11in |
| Rear Tire | 120 / 70-10in |
| Wheelbase | 50.98 inches (1295 mm) |
| Length | 69.02 inches (1753 mm) |
| Width | 29.02 inches (737 mm) |
| Seat Height | 30.51 inches (775 mm) |
| Weight | 102.0 kg (wet) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
EngineEdit
A 38.1mm bore x 38.1mm stroke result in a displacement of just 49.0 cubic centimeters.
DriveEdit
The bike has a CVT transmission. Power was moderated via the dry, centrifugal, automatic.
ChassisEdit
It came with a 110 / 70-11in front tire and a 120 / 70-10in rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 200 mm steel disc in the front and a 110 mm drum in the rear. The front suspension was a single arm with coil spring and dual effect hydraulic single shock absorber while the rear was equipped with a coil spring and dual effect single shock absorber. The wheelbase was 50.98 inches (1295 mm) long.
2013 Vespa S 50 Super Sport SEEdit
The 2013 MY Vespa S 50 Super Sport SE is a limited edition scooter available for purchase only in the USA and Canada. It addresses those riders who want a bit more aggressiveness and modern visuals out of their otherwise classic looking Vespa, as well as improved performance. At its heart lies an air-cooled, four-stroke, 49cc, single cylinder Hi-PER4 engine mated to a continuous variable transmission, and can produce 4 horsepower and 3 Nm of torque. It also boasts a max speed of 39 mpg and an impressive gas mileage of 85-90 mpg.