Engineered by Vespa for the scooter motorcycle segment, the 2016 Vespa 946 features a 155 cc (9.5 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke configuration.
Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 805 mm (31.7 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance. The 8.5-liter (2.2 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 2.01 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 423 km (263 miles) between fill-ups.
Within MotoLibrary's Vespa archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2014 to 2016, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Theoretical Range
~423 km (263 mi)
Engine
Displacement155.0 ccm (9.46 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Valves/Cylinder3
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
CoolingAir
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
ClutchCVT
Performance
Fuel Consumption2.01 litres/100 km (49.8 km/l or 117.03 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases46.6 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Frame TypeSteelplate monocoque frame with aluminium parts
Front SuspensionSingle link arm with coil spring and dual-action hydraulic shock absorber
Rear SuspensionCoil spring with adjustable preload, mono shock with progressive lever system
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-12
Rear Tyre130/70-12
Front BrakesDouble disc. ABS
Front Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Rear BrakesDouble disc. ABS
Rear Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Seat Height805 mm (31.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Seat Height
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
Brake setup is worth comparing if you ride in traffic, mountains or with a passenger.
Suspension
Suspension details can matter for comfort, road feel and long-distance riding.
Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
