At the heart of the 2008 Vespa LX 50 scooter motorcycle, Vespa 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 measures 102 kg (225 lbs) dry.
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
Front SuspensionSingle arm with helical spring and dual effect hydraulic single shock absorber
Rear SuspensionCoil spring and dual effect single shock absorber
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