Positioned in Vespa's scooter motorcycle lineup, the 2009 Vespa LX 50 2T relies on a 49.4 cc (3 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 4.2 HP (3 kW) at 8,750 rpm while maximum torque reaches 3.5 Nm (2.6 lb-ft) at 6,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and belt final drive. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 39.1 x 41.4 mm (1.5 x 1.6 inches).
On the scales, the LX 50 2T measures 102 kg (225 lbs) dry.
Within MotoLibrary's Vespa archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2009 to 2013, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Power Band Window
6,500–8,750 rpm
Engine
Displacement49.4 ccm (3.01 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power4.2 HP (3.0 kW)) @ 8750 RPM
Torque3.5 Nm (0.4 kgf-m or 2.6 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Bore x Stroke39.1 x 41.4 mm (1.5 x 1.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionElectric and kick start
LubricationWet sump,
CoolingAir
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
ClutchAutomatic dry centrifuge with damper buffers
Performance
Top Speed62.8 km/h (39.0 mph)
Chassis
Frame TypeLoad-bearing steel chassis with welded structural supports
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre110/70-11
Rear Tyre120/70-11
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø200 mm (7.9 inches)
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brake Ø110 mm (4.3 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight102.0 kg (224.9 pounds)
Power/Weight0.0407 HP/kg
Overall Length1755 mm (69.1 inches)
Other
StarterElectric & kick
Color OptionsBlu Midnight, Nero Grafite, Cortina, Capri
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