Vespa 125 Utilitaria
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| Vespa 125 Utilitaria | |
| Manufacturer | |
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| Production | 7 000 units |
| Engine | Two stroke, single cylinder |
| Compression ratio | 6.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 65 km/h / 40 mph |
| Ignition | Flywheel, magneto |
| Battery | 6V AC |
| Transmission | 3 speed |
| Frame | Pressed sheet steel, streamlined monocoque structure |
| Suspension | Front: Variable flexible coil spring Rear: Double hydraulic shock absorbers |
| Brakes | Front: 124 mm drum Rear: 126 mm drum |
| Front Tire | 3.5 x 8" |
| Rear Tire | 3.5 x 8" |
| Wheelbase | 1160 mm / 45.7 in |
| Seat Height | 775 mm / 30.5 in |
| Weight | 78 kg / 172 lbs (dry), |
| Fuel Capacity | 6.25 L / 1.65 US gal |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
It could reach a top speed of 65 km/h / 40 mph.
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a Air cooled, forced cooled Two stroke, single cylinder. The engine featured a 6.4:1 compression ratio.
Drive[edit | edit source]
Power was moderated via the Wet, multiplate.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 3.5 x 8" front tire and a 3.5 x 8" rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 124 mm drum in the front and a 126 mm drum in the rear. The front suspension was a Variable flexible coil spring while the rear was equipped with a Double hydraulic shock absorbers. The 125 Utilitaria was fitted with a 6.25 L / 1.65 US gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 78 kg / 172 lbs. The wheelbase was 1160 mm / 45.7 in long.
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Overview[edit | edit source]
Vespa 125 Utilitaria
Although the price is much more attractive than the normal 125 , this series did lead to customer satisfaction. Components were too spartan, and the U was not appreciated even economic reasons.
To further reduce the price of the U, Piaggio intervened with may of the details
- all chrome disappeared , the engine cover was lightened , the right front
fender and hood were trimmed.
However, including the amendments adopted for economic reasons , one effective change was instituted which will be repeated from then on : the light was placed on the handlebar and not on the front fender , where it had always been positioned .
The finishes were particularly "scarce": there were the rubber covers on the brake pedal. The dimensions of the saddle was reduced. The side covers were fixed with screws and seals which were visible and unattractive.
The word " Vespa" on the front was painted instead of chrome .
The limited success of the U was also de to improved economic conditions of the
users during this period .
| Make Model | Vespa 125 U |
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| Year | 1953 |
| Production | 7 000 units |
| Engine Type | Two stroke, single cylinder |
| Displacement | 124.8 cc 7.6 cub in |
| Bore X Stroke | 56.5 x 49.8 mm |
| Carburetor | Dell,Orto TA 17B |
| Compression | 6.4:1 |
| Cooling System | Air cooled, forced |
| Fuel Mixture | 1:20 |
| Ignition | Flywheel, magneto |
| Starting | Kick start |
| Battery | 6V AC |
| Clutch | Wet, multiplate |
| Max Power | 3.3 kW / 4.5 hp @ 5800 rpm |
| Transmission | 3 speed |
| Final Drive | Direct drive |
| Frame | Pressed sheet steel, streamlined monocoque structure |
| Front Suspension | Variable flexible coil spring |
| Rear Suspension | Double hydraulic shock absorbers |
| Front Brakes | 124 mm drum |
| Rear Brakes | 126 mm drum |
| Wheels | Interchangeable |
| Front Tire | 3.5 x 8" |
| Rear Tire | 3.5 x 8" |
| Dimensions | Length: 1680 mm / 66.1 in Width: 790 mm / 31.1 in Height: 1170 mm / 46.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 1160 mm / 45.7 in |
| Seat Height | 775 mm / 30.5 in |
| Dry Weight | 78 kg / 172 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity | 6.25 L / 1.65 US gal |
| Consumption Average | 2 L/100 km / 50 km/l / 118 US mpg |
| Top Speed | 65 km/h / 40 mph |
| Colours | Pastel Green |
| Sources | Vespaclubtress.jimdo.com |