2008 Sym VS 150 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Sym's scooter motorcycle lineup, the 2008 Sym VS 150 utilizes a 150 cc (9.2 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 12.6 HP (9.2 kW) at 8,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 12.4 Nm (9.1 lb-ft) at 6,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 84 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (6,500 rpm) and peak power (8,000 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the VS 150 measures 139 kg (306 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.09 HP/kg (11.03 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,345 mm (53 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 6-liter (1.6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Sym archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 2008 to 2014, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
84 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.09 HP/kg (11.03 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,500–8,000 rpm
Engine
Displacement150.0 ccm (9.15 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power12.6 HP (9.2 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Torque12.4 Nm (1.3 kgf-m or 9.1 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Bore x Stroke57.4 x 57.8 mm (2.3 x 2.3 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionCDI
LubricationWet sump forced lubrication with trochoidal pump
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Suspension
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Transmission
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