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S 150

US$ 4199. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
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36 /100 Commuter
Power/Weight
0.11 hp/kg
Top Speed
95 km/h
Torque
12 Nm
Engine
150 ccm

2010 Vespa S 150 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in Vespa's scooter motorcycle lineup, the 2010 Vespa S 150 relies on a 150 cc (9.2 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 11.7 HP (8.5 kW) at 7,750 rpm while maximum torque reaches 11.5 Nm (8.5 lb-ft) at 6,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 78 HP per liter and a 1,750 rpm working window between peak torque (6,000 rpm) and peak power (7,750 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the S 150 measures 110 kg (243 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.11 HP/kg (9.4 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 785 mm (30.9 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,280 mm (50.4 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry.

Within MotoLibrary's Vespa archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2009 to 2010, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
78 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.11 HP/kg (9.4 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,000–7,750 rpm
Standover Height
785 mm (30.9 in)
Engine
Displacement 150.0 ccm (9.15 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Engine Details Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power 11.7 HP (8.5 kW)) @ 7750 RPM
Torque 11.5 Nm (1.2 kgf-m or 8.5 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Bore x Stroke 62.5 x 48.5 mm (2.5 x 1.9 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 2
Fuel System Injection
Fuel Control Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Cooling Air
Transmission
Gearbox Automatic
Final Drive Belt (final drive)
Clutch Automatic dry centrifuge with damper buffers
Performance
Top Speed 95.0 km/h (59.0 mph)
Chassis
Frame Type Load-bearing steel chassis with welded structural supports
Front Suspension Single arm with helical spring and dual effect hydraulic single shock absorber
Rear Suspension Coil spring and dual effect single shock absorber
Wheelbase 1280 mm (50.4 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 110/70-11
Rear Tyre 120/70-10
Front Brakes Single disc
Front Brake Ø 200 mm (7.9 inches)
Rear Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brake Ø 110 mm (4.3 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 110.0 kg (242.5 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.1060 HP/kg
Seat Height 785 mm (30.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length 1801 mm (70.9 inches)
Overall Width 740 mm (29.1 inches)
Other
Starter Electric & kick
Color Options Red, white, black, orange
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Beginner
A2 license compatible, manageable power.
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City & Commuting
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Seat Height
78.5 cm / 30.9 in
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Handling
Very lightweight — easy to handle
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