Vespa 150 Sprint
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| Vespa 150 Sprint | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Production | 121 068 units |
| Engine | Two stroke, single cylinder |
| Compression ratio | 7.5:1 (Veloce 7.7:1) |
| Top Speed | 95 km/h / 59 mph |
| Ignition | Coil, CB point |
| Transmission | 4 Speed, grip-shift, constant mesh |
| Frame | Pressed sheet steel, streamlined monocoque structure |
| Suspension | Front: Mono shock, trailing arm Rear: Coil spring with damper |
| Brakes | Front: 125 mm drum Rear: 127 mm drum |
| Front Tire | 3.5 x 10" |
| Rear Tire | 3.5 x 10" |
| Wheelbase | 1200 mm / 47.2 in |
| Seat Height | 810 mm / 31.9 in |
| Weight | 89 kg / 196 lbs (dry), |
| Fuel Capacity | 7.7 L / 2.1 US gal |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
It could reach a top speed of 95 km/h / 59 mph.
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a Air cooled, forced cooled Two stroke, single cylinder. The engine featured a 7.5:1 (Veloce 7.7:1) compression ratio.
Drive[edit | edit source]
Power was moderated via the Wet, multiplate.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 3.5 x 10" front tire and a 3.5 x 10" rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 125 mm drum in the front and a 127 mm drum in the rear. The front suspension was a Mono shock, trailing arm while the rear was equipped with a Coil spring with damper. The 150 Sprint was fitted with a 7.7 L / 2.1 US gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 89 kg / 196 lbs. The wheelbase was 1200 mm / 47.2 in long.
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Overview[edit | edit source]
The scooter came in two different versions. Early models, called the Vespa Sprint, were made until 1974. Later models, called the Vespa Sprint Veloce, were made from 1969 to 1976. The big update with the Sprint Veloce was in the engine. The design was altered from the old two port design with the addition of a third transfer port on the top end. The compression ratio was again increased the Sprint's 7.5:1to 7.7:1. Originally the model lacked turn signals. However, all Sprint Veloces imported to the U.S. after 1973 had turn signals fitted as standard equipment in order to satisfy American regulations. The original Bajaj Chetaks, manufactured in India, and sold by the millions, were virtual clones of the Vespa Sprint. Because of this, virtually every body part can be bought new in the aftermarket even today.
| Make Model | Vespa 150 Sprint / Veloce |
|---|---|
| Year | 1965 - 79 |
| Production | 121 068 units |
| Engine Type | Two stroke, single cylinder |
| Displacement | 145.5 cc / 8.9 cub in |
| Bore X Stroke | 57 x 57 mm |
| Compression | 7.5:1 (Veloce 7.7:1) |
| Carburetor | Dell'Orto SI 20/15D |
| Cooling System | Air cooled, forced |
| Fuel Mixture | 1:50 |
| Induction | Rotary valve |
| Ignition | Coil, CB point |
| Starting | Kick start |
| Clutch | Wet, multiplate |
| Max Power | 5.7 kW / 7.7 hp @ 5000 rpm |
| Transmission | 4 Speed, grip-shift, constant mesh |
| Final Drive | Direct drive |
| Frame | Pressed sheet steel, streamlined monocoque structure |
| Front Suspension | Mono shock, trailing arm |
| Rear Suspension | Coil spring with damper |
| Front Brakes | 125 mm drum |
| Rear Brakes | 127 mm drum |
| Wheels | Interchangeable with split rim |
| Front Tire | 3.5 x 10" |
| Rear Tire | 3.5 x 10" |
| Dimensions | Length: 1770 mm / 69.7 in Width: 670 mm / 26.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 1200 mm / 47.2 in |
| Seat Height | 810 mm / 31.9 in |
| Dry Weight | 89 kg / 196 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity | 7.7 L / 2.1 US gal |
| Reserve | 1.4 L / 0.4 US gal |
| Consumption Average | 2.8 L/100 km / 36 km/l / 84 US mpg |
| Top Speed | 95 km/h / 59 mph |
| Acceleration: 0 - 75 Km/h / 47 Mph | 917.5 sec. |
| Colours | Metallic Blue/Grey |
| Source | Wikipedia |