Segment: Scooter
Production years: 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999
In the mid-70s the basic Vespa design had been refined almost as far as it was able to go. However, changing consumer tastes, and new technologies, coupled with tightened regulations meant that Piaggio realised that it was time to totally re-design the Vespa chassis. The result was the P-series. It was such a large break from the previous style and design philosophy that many hard-core scooterists did not consider the P-series to be true Vespas, even well into the 90's. It is a debate that still continues, though the influx of new automatic scooters has tempered it and helped propel the P-series into the ranks of the classics.
engine specs | Type: | Two stroke, single cylinder, air-cooled | Displacement: | 198 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | 2.6x2.2 in OR 66 mm | Compression Ratio: | 9.8:1 | Horsepower: | 12/5700 KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | 0/- lb-ft/RPM OR 0 Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | Carburetor |
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transmission specs | Gearbox: | 4-Speed, grip-shift, constant mesh | Clutch: | Wet Multi-plate | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | Direct drive |
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chassis specs | Frame: | Pressed sheet steel, streamlined monocoque structure | Front Suspension: | Coil spring with hydraulic shock absorber, double effect | Rear Suspension: | Coil spring with hydraulic shock absorber, double effect | Front Brake: | 125 mm drum, expanding type | Rear Brake: | 127 mm drum, expanding type |
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dimension specs | Overall Length: | 69.3 in OR 1760 mm | Overall Width: | 27.4 in OR 696 mm | Seat Height: | - | Wheelbase: | 48.6 in OR 1234 mm | Ground Clearance: | 8.9 in OR 226 mm | Weight: | 251 lbs OR 114 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 2.1 gallons OR 7.9 L |
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tyres specs | Front: | 3.5 x 10 | Rear: | 3.5 x 10 |
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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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