Vespa LX 50 - 2008 Specifications and Reviews
The 2008 Vespa LX 50 is an iconic lightweight scooter perfect for urban commuters and casual riders seeking style and simplicity. Its nimble 49cc four-stroke engine delivers modest but adequate power for city streets, while the classic retro design and modern fuel injection ensure reliability and easy maintenance. Best known for combining timeless aesthetic appeal with practical everyday usability.
2008
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Clutch | Automatic dry centrifuge with damper buffers |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Belt |
| Gearbox | Automatic |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Lubrication system | Wet sump, |
| Starter | Electric & kick |
| Ignition | Electric and kick start |
| Fuel control | SOHC |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Bore x stroke | 39.1 x 41.4 mm (1.5 x 1.6 inches) |
| Torque | 3.50 |
| Power | 4.15 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | Single cylinder |
| Capacity: | 49.40 ccm (3.01 cubic inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Overall length | 1,755 mm (69.1 inches) |
| Dry weight | 102.0 kg (224.9 pounds) |
Vespa LX 50 dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 110 mm (4.3 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front brakes diameter | 200 mm (7.9 inches) |
| Front brakes | Single disc |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 120/70-11 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 110/70-11 |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring and dual effect single shock absorber |
| Front suspension | Single arm with helical spring and dual effect hydraulic single shock absorber |
| Frame type | Load-bearing steel chassis with welded structural supports |
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Speed and acceleration | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0407 HP/kg |
| Top speed | 62.8 km/h (39.0 mph) |
| Category | Scooter |
| Year | 2008 |
| Model | Vespa LX 50 |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
4.2 hp
Peak Power
39 mph
Top Speed
Best For
Track2%
City90%
Cornering30%
Daily Riding75%
Touring10%
Passenger25%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Ideal for beginners, new riders, or anyone who has never operated a motorized two-wheeler before. |
| Purpose | Built purely for short urban hops like commuting, running errands, and navigating congested city streets. |
| Rider Fit | Very light and low-effort to handle, with an easy step-through frame and automatic transmission requiring minimal physical strength or skill. |
| Character | A classic, stylish city runabout that prioritizes charm, simplicity, and effortless low-speed maneuverability over outright performance. |
| Not Ideal For | Not suitable for highway travel, long-distance touring, carrying a passenger comfortably, or any rider seeking speed or excitement. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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