Vespa 50: history, specs, pictures
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| Vespa 50 | |
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| Production | 1963 |
| Class | Scooter |
| Engine | SIngle cylinder, two stroke, air-cooled |
| Bore / Stroke | 38.1mm x 38.1mm |
| Compression ratio | 7.2:1 |
| Horsepower | 2.55 HP (1.9 KW) @ 4500RPM |
| Fuel System | Carburetor |
| Transmission | Gear box: 3-Speed Final Drive: Direect drive |
| Suspension | Front: Hydraulic shock absorber with rubber elements Rear: Hydraulic shock absorber |
| Brakes | Front: Drum Rear: Drum |
| Front Tire | 2.75 x 9" |
| Rear Tire | 2.75 x 9" |
| Length | 64.21 inches (1631 mm) |
| Width | 38.58 inches (980 mm) |
| Weight | 72.0 kg (wet) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Vespa 50 was a SIngle cylinder, two stroke, air-cooled scooter produced by Vespa in 1963. Claimed horsepower was 2.55 HP (1.9 KW) @ 4500 RPM.
Engine[edit | edit source]
A 38.1mm bore x 38.1mm stroke result in a displacement of just 49.8 cubic centimeters.
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a 3-Speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet Multi-plate.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 2.75 x 9" front tire and a 2.75 x 9" rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Drum in the front and a Drum in the rear. The front suspension was a Hydraulic shock absorber with rubber elements while the rear was equipped with a Hydraulic shock absorber.
1963 - 1990 Vespa 50[edit | edit source]
The Vespa 50 which was produced from 1963 to the 1990s, and over four million copies sold. When Piaggio started manufacturing the 50 series it was a completely new development. The spot welded from sheet metal shells self-supporting chassis was much smaller and lighter, there was only a small flap for access to the engine . This frameworkis referred to in the collectors scene as "Small Frame" .