Vespa GS 160: history, specs, pictures
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| Vespa GS 160 | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Production | 1962 |
| Class | Scooter |
| Engine | Single Cylinder, 2 Stroke, air cooled |
| Bore / Stroke | 55.9mm x 55.9mm |
| Compression ratio | 7.4:1 |
| Horsepower | 8.05 HP (6.0 KW) @ 6500RPM |
| Fuel System | Carburetor |
| Transmission | Gear box: 4-Speed Final Drive: Direct drive |
| Suspension | Front: Single unit front dumper and spring Rear: Coil spring with damper |
| Brakes | Front: Drum Rear: Drum |
| Front Tire | 3.5x10 |
| Rear Tire | 3.5x10 |
| Wheelbase | 47.99 inches (1219 mm) |
| Length | 70.71 inches (1796 mm) |
| Width | 27.99 inches (711 mm) |
| Weight | 116.0 kg (wet) |
| Fuel Capacity | 0.53 Gallon (2.00 Liters) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Vespa GS 160 was a Single Cylinder, 2 Stroke, air cooled scooter produced by Vespa in 1962. Claimed horsepower was 8.05 HP (6.0 KW) @ 6500 RPM.
Engine[edit | edit source]
A 55.9mm bore x 55.9mm stroke result in a displacement of just 145.5 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 Single unit front dumper and spring while the rear was equipped with a Coil spring with damper. The GS 160 was fitted with a 0.53 Gallon (2.00 Liters) fuel tank. The wheelbase was 47.99 inches (1219 mm) long.
1962 - 1964 Vespa GS 160[edit | edit source]
Manufactured from 1962 till 1964, the GS 160 had an engine of 158cc and 8HP at 6500rpm.