VESPA 50 (1963-1990) Specs, Performance & Photos
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Segment: Scooter
Production years: 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990
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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" .
VESPA 50 1963-1990
VESPA 50 50
| engine specs | Type: | SIngle cylinder, two stroke, air-cooled | Displacement: | 49.8 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | 1.5x1.7 in OR 38 mm | Compression Ratio: | 7.2:1 | Horsepower: | 2.6/4500 KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | 0/- lb-ft/RPM OR 0 Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | Carburetor |
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| transmission specs | Gearbox: | 3-Speed | Clutch: | Wet Multi-plate | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | Direect drive |
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| chassis specs | Frame: | Pressed sheet steel with streamlined monocoque structure | Front Suspension: | Hydraulic shock absorber with rubber elements | Rear Suspension: | Hydraulic shock absorber | Front Brake: | Drum | Rear Brake: | Drum |
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| dimension specs | Overall Length: | 64.2 in OR 1631 mm | Overall Width: | 38.6 in OR 980 mm | Seat Height: | - | Wheelbase: | - | Ground Clearance: | 8.3 in OR 211 mm | Weight: | 159 lbs OR 72 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 1.5 gallons OR 5.7 L |
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| tyres specs | Front: | 2.75 x 9" | Rear: | 2.75 x 9" |
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| power system specs | Power pack: | - | Nominal Capacity: | - | Maximum Capacity: | - | Charger type: | - | Charging time (normal): | - | Charging time (quick): | - | Range: | - |
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