Segment: Scooter
Production years: 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993
With the introduction of ‘Highway code’ in 1962, vehicles larger than 50cc were required to have a license plate. 14 years and above were allowed to ride scooters under 50cc without a license. Young riders who till then was a small share was rapidly becoming mobile and affluent. Vespa 50 circumvented the regulatory challenge and opened a hew world for the youngsters.
engine specs | Type: | Two stroke, single cylinder, air-cooled | Displacement: | 49.8 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | 1.5x1.7 in OR 38 mm | Compression Ratio: | 9.1:1 | Horsepower: | 3.7/7000 KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | 0/- lb-ft/RPM OR 0 Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | Carburetor |
---|
transmission specs | Gearbox: | 4-Speed, grip shift | Clutch: | Wet Multi-plate | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | Direct drive |
---|
chassis specs | Frame: | Pressed sheet steel with streamlined monocoque structure | Front Suspension: | Trailing arm, coil spring, damper | Rear Suspension: | Coil spring, damper | Front Brake: | Drum 150 mm | Rear Brake: | Drum 150 mm |
---|
dimension specs | Overall Length: | 65.9 in OR 1674 mm | Overall Width: | 27.6 in OR 701 mm | Seat Height: | - | Wheelbase: | 46.3 in OR 1176 mm | Ground Clearance: | 9.9 in OR 251 mm | Weight: | 181 lbs OR 82 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 1.6 gallons OR 6.1 L |
---|
tyres specs | Front: | 3 x 10" | Rear: | 3 x 10" |
---|
power system specs | Power pack: | - | Nominal Capacity: | - | Maximum Capacity: | - | Charger type: | - | Charging time (normal): | - | Charging time (quick): | - | Range: | - |
---|