180 Supersport

1968 Vespa 180 Supersport Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Vespa's scooter motorcycle platform, the 1968 Vespa 180 Supersport utilizes a 181.1 cc (11.1 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 10 HP (7.3 kW) at 6,250 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 55.2 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.

Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,230 mm (48.4 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry.

Within MotoLibrary's Vespa archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 1964 to 1968, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.