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Primavera 50 S

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31 /100 Commuter
Power
3 HP
Torque
3 Nm
Engine
50 ccm

2021 Vespa Primavera 50 S Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 2021 Vespa Primavera 50 S scooter motorcycle, Vespa relies on a 49.9 cc (3 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 3 HP (2.2 kW) at 7,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 2.9 Nm (2.1 lb-ft) at 7,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and belt final drive. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 39.0 x 41.4 mm (1.5 x 1.6 inches).

Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 790 mm (31.1 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,330 mm (52.4 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 7.5-liter (2 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 2.5 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 300 km (186 miles) between fill-ups.

Power Band Window
7,000–7,500 rpm
Theoretical Range
~300 km (186 mi)
Engine
Displacement 49.9 ccm (3.04 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power 3.0 HP (2.2 kW)) @ 7500 RPM
Torque 2.9 Nm (0.3 kgf-m or 2.1 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM
Bore x Stroke 39.0 x 41.4 mm (1.5 x 1.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 3
Fuel System Injection. Electronic
Cooling Air
Transmission
Gearbox Automatic
Final Drive Belt (final drive)
Clutch Automatic dry centrifugal with shock absorbers
Driveline CVT automatic with torque server
Performance
Fuel Consumption 2.50 litres/100 km (40.0 km/l or 94.09 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases 58.0 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Emission Details Euro 5
Chassis
Frame Type Sheet steel shell with welded structural reinforcements
Front Suspension Single arm with coil spring and dual action monoshock absorber - axial stroke 78 mm
Rear Suspension Single arm with helical spring and hydraulic shock absorber
Wheelbase 1330 mm (52.4 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 110/70-12
Rear Tyre 120/70-12
Front Brakes Single disc. Hydraulic
Front Brake Ø 200 mm (7.9 inches)
Rear Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake). Hydraulic
Rear Brake Ø 140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheels Die-cast aluminium alloy
Dimensions & Weight
Seat Height 790 mm (31.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length 1870 mm (73.6 inches)
Overall Width 735 mm (28.9 inches)
Fuel Capacity 7.50 litres (1.98 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Blue, grey
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Beginner
A2 license compatible, manageable power.
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Best For
City & Commuting
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Seat Height
79 cm / 31.1 in
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