Segment: Scooter
Production years: 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983
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The Vespa 50 Elestart Series I was launched with an electric start and was targeted at women. The batteries were housed in the left side of the engine and the spare tyre, if required, was placed behind the leg shield. The gearbox was the three-speed unit.
VESPA ELESTART 1969-1983
VESPA ELESTART 50
| engine specs | Type: | Two stroke, single cylinder | 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 mesh gears | Clutch: | Wet Multi-plate | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | DIrect 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: | - | Seat Height: | - | Weelbase: | - | 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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| Notes |
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| Starting: Electric Spark Plug: Bosch W225 T1 |