Vespa S 50 2V Sport: history, specs, pictures

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Vespa S 50 2V Sport
Manufacturer
Production 2012
Class Scooter
Engine
air-cooled, 2-stroke, single cylinder Hi-per2
Bore / Stroke 38.1mm x 38.1mm
Horsepower 4.02 HP (3.0 KW) @ 8750RPM
Torque 2.95 ft/lbs (4.0 Nm) @ 6500RPM
Transmission Gear box: CVT
Clutch: dry, centrifugal, automatic
Suspension Front: single arm with coil spring and dual effect hydraulic single shock absorber
Rear: coil spring and dual effect single shock absorber
Brakes Front: 200 mm steel disc
Rear: 110 mm drum
Front Tire 110 / 70-11in
Rear Tire 120 / 70-10in
Wheelbase 50.98 inches (1295 mm)
Length 69.02 inches (1753 mm)
Width 29.02 inches (737 mm)
Seat Height 30.51 inches (775 mm)
Weight 102.0 kg (wet)
Manuals Service Manual


The Vespa S 50 2V Sport was a air-cooled, 2-stroke, single cylinder Hi-per2 scooter produced by Vespa in 2012. Max torque was 2.95 ft/lbs (4.0 Nm) @ 6500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 4.02 HP (3.0 KW) @ 8750 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

A 38.1mm bore x 38.1mm stroke result in a displacement of just 49.0 cubic centimeters.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a CVT transmission. Power was moderated via the dry, centrifugal, automatic.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 110 / 70-11in front tire and a 120 / 70-10in rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 200 mm steel disc in the front and a 110 mm drum in the rear. The front suspension was a single arm with coil spring and dual effect hydraulic single shock absorber while the rear was equipped with a coil spring and dual effect single shock absorber. The wheelbase was 50.98 inches (1295 mm) long.

2012 Vespa S 50 2V Sport[edit | edit source]

2012 Vespa S 50 2V Sport 2012 Vespa S 50 2V Sport

For Vespa fans who want the distinctive feel and sound of a two-stroke engine, as well as a modern twist to the timeless Vespa design and craftsmanship, the Italian engineers have launched the 2012 MY Vespa S 50 2V Sport. At its heart lies an air-cooled, four-stroke, 49cc, single cylinder Hi-PER2 lump mated to a continuous variable transmission, and can produce 4 horsepower and 3 Nm of torque. As all the Sport suffixed models from Vespa, it boasts certain visual touches that really make it stand out, such as the racing red springs from the suspension system, as well as the "Sport" decals and badges.