Vespa GS 150: history, specs, pictures
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| Vespa GS 150 | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Production | 1955 |
| Class | Scooter |
| Engine | Single Cylinder, 2 Stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 55.9mm x 55.9mm |
| Compression ratio | 7.1 |
| Horsepower | 2.01 HP (1.5 KW) @ 7500RPM |
| Fuel System | Carburetor |
| Transmission | Gear box: 4-Speed Final Drive: Direct drive |
| Suspension | Front: Stub axle with swing hub and variable rate coil spring and double action hydraulic damper Rear: Swinging bracket for engine and wheel, with variable rate coil spring and co-axial double action hydraulic damper |
| Brakes | Front: Drum Rear: Drum |
| Front Tire | 3.5x10 |
| Rear Tire | 3.5x10 |
| Wheelbase | 46.5 inches (1181 mm) |
| Length | 66.89 inches (1699 mm) |
| Width | 27.6 inches (701 mm) |
| Weight | 109.0 kg (wet) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Vespa GS 150 was a Single Cylinder, 2 Stroke scooter produced by Vespa in 1955. Claimed horsepower was 2.01 HP (1.5 KW) @ 7500 RPM.
Engine[edit | edit source]
A 55.9mm bore x 55.9mm stroke result in a displacement of just 150.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a 4-Speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet Multi-plate.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
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 Stub axle with swing hub and variable rate coil spring and double action hydraulic damper while the rear was equipped with a Swinging bracket for engine and wheel, with variable rate coil spring and co-axial double action hydraulic damper. The wheelbase was 46.5 inches (1181 mm) long.
1955 - 1961 Vespa GS 150[edit | edit source]
The Vespa GS150 series reaching from VS1 to VS5 is one of the most appreciated and sought for Vespa models nowadays.