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From the same pedigree as the first Vespa prototype built by Piaggio in 1946, the Vespa LX 50 is more than 60 years in the making. Witness the evolution of style, comfort, and performance |
General moped information |
Model name
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Vespa LX 50 4V |
Year model
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2011 |
Type
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Scooter |
Price as new | US$ 3299. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
Rating
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Engine and transmission |
Engine size
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49.4 ccm (3.01 cubic inches) |
Type of engine
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Single cylinder, four-stroke |
Engine details
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Catalytic Hi-Per4 |
Effect
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4.3 HP (3.1 kW)) @ 8500 RPM |
Torque
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3.5 Nm (0.4 kgf-m or 2.6 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM |
Top speed
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62.8 km/h (39.0 mph) |
Bore x stroke
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39.0 x 41.8 mm (1.5 x 1.6 inches) |
Valves per cylinder
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2 |
Fuel system
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Injection |
Fuel control
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Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
Lubrication system
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Wet sump, |
Cooling system
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Air |
Gearbox
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Automatic |
Transmission type
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Belt (final drive) |
Driveline
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CVT transformer with torque slave |
Emission details
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EPA and CARB |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
Frame type
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Load-bearing steel chassis with welded structural supports |
Front suspension
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Single sided trailing link with hydraulic shock absorber |
Rear suspension
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Hydraulic shock absorber |
Front tire
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110/70-11 |
Rear tire
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120/70-10 |
Front brakes
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Single disc. Hydraulic |
Diameter
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200 mm (7.9 inches) |
Rear brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake) |
Diameter
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110 mm (4.3 inches) |
Physical measures and capacities |
Dry weight
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102.1 kg (225.0 pounds) |
Power/weight ratio
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0.0420 HP/kg |
Seat height
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775 mm (30.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
Overall length
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1755 mm (69.1 inches) |
Overall width
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740 mm (29.1 inches) |
Oil capacity
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0.90 litres (0.95 US quarts) |
Other specifications |
Color options
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Light blue, dark blue, red, bronze |
Starter
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Electric & kick |
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Further information |
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