Vespa 100 SPORT: history, specs, pictures

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Vespa 100 SPORT
Manufacturer
Production 1978
Class Scooter
Engine
Single cylinder, two stroke, air cooled
Bore / Stroke 48.3mm x 48.3mm
Compression ratio 8.75:1
Horsepower 0.94 HP (0.7 KW) @ 5200RPM
Fuel System Carburetor
Transmission Gear box: 3-Speed, constant mesh

Final Drive: Direct drive

Clutch: Wet Multi-plate
Brakes Front: Drum
Rear: Drum
Wheelbase 46.5 inches (1181 mm)
Length 65.59 inches (1666 mm)
Width 26.42 inches (671 mm)
Weight 82.0 kg (wet)
Manuals Service Manual


The Vespa 100 SPORT was a Single cylinder, two stroke, air cooled scooter produced by Vespa in 1978. Claimed horsepower was 0.94 HP (0.7 KW) @ 5200 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

A 48.3mm bore x 48.3mm stroke result in a displacement of just 96.1 cubic centimeters.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 3-Speed, constant mesh transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet Multi-plate.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

Stopping was achieved via Drum in the front and a Drum in the rear. The wheelbase was 46.5 inches (1181 mm) long.

1978 - 1993 Vespa 100 SPORT[edit | edit source]

1978 - 1993 Vespa 100 SPORT 1978 - 1993 Vespa 100 SPORT 1978 - 1993 Vespa 100 SPORT 1978 - 1993 Vespa 100 SPORT

Deriving from the Vespa 90, the 100 Sport model was developed due to legislation for mopeds in the American market. The rear lights, in particular, are larger. The capacity increase from 90 to 100 cc was achieved by increasing the cylinder bore.