Vespa VELOCE 150: history, specs, pictures
The Vespa VELOCE 150 was a Single cylinder, two stroke, air cooled scooter produced by Vespa in 1972. Claimed horsepower was 7.64 HP (5.7 KW) @ 5000 RPM.
Vespa VELOCE 150 | |
Manufacturer | |
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Production | 1972 |
Class | Scooter |
Engine | Single cylinder, two stroke, air cooled |
Bore / Stroke | 55.9mm x 55.9mm |
Compression ratio | 7.7:1 |
Horsepower | 7.64 HP (5.7 KW) @ 5000RPM |
Fuel System | Carburetor |
Transmission | Gear box: 4-Speed Final Drive: Direct drive |
Suspension | Front: Monoshock, trailing arm Rear: Coil spring with damper |
Brakes | Front: Drum Rear: Drum |
Front Tire | 3.5x10 |
Rear Tire | 3.5x10 |
Wheelbase | 47.2 inches (1199 mm) |
Length | 69.69 inches (1770 mm) |
Width | 26.42 inches (671 mm) |
Seat Height | 31.89 inches (810 mm) |
Weight | 95.0 kg (wet) |
Fuel Capacity | 0.53 Gallon (2.00 Liters) |
Manuals | Service Manual |
EngineEdit
A 55.9mm bore x 55.9mm stroke result in a displacement of just 145.5 cubic centimeters.
DriveEdit
The bike has a 4-Speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet Multi-plate.
ChassisEdit
It came with a 3.5x10 front tire and a 3.5x10 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Drum in the front and a Drum in the rear. The front suspension was a Monoshock, trailing arm while the rear was equipped with a Coil spring with damper. The VELOCE 150 was fitted with a 0.53 Gallon (2.00 Liters) fuel tank. The wheelbase was 47.2 inches (1199 mm) long.
1972 - 1979 Vespa VELOCE 150Edit
The big update with the Veloce was in engine. The design was altered from the old two port design with the addition of at third transferport on the top end.