Vespa Sprint
Vespa Sprint is a 150cc, 2 stroke scooter made by Piaggio from 1965 to 1976.[1]
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| Manufacturer | Piaggio |
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| Parent company | Piaggio |
| Production | 1965 to 1976[1] |
| Predecessor | Vespa GL 150 (VLA) |
| Successor | Vespa PX150 (VLX) |
| Class | Scooter |
| Engine | 145.45 cc, 2 Stroke, Single Cylinder, Air Cooled (rotatory valve) |
| Compression ratio | Sprint 7.5:1 and Sprint Veloce 7.7:1 |
| Ignition type | Coil (CB Point) |
| Transmission | 4-speed, Manual (Left hand gear and clutch) |
| Frame type | None |
| Suspension | mono (front and rear) |
| Brakes | Front and rear drum |
| Tires | 10 inch |
| Wheelbase | 1200 mm |
| Weight | 89 kg (dry) |
| Fuel capacity | 7.7 liter (1.4 liter reserve) |
| Oil capacity | N/A (manual Pre-mixing with fuel) |
| Turning radius | 1400 mm |
The scooter came in two different versions. Early models, called the Vespa Sprint, were made until 1974. Later models, called the Vespa Sprint Veloce, were made from 1969 to 1976.[1] The big update with the Sprint Veloce was in the engine. The design was altered from the old two port design with the addition of a third transfer port on the top end. The compression ratio was again increased the Sprint's 7.5:1to 7.7:1.
Originally the model lacked turn signals. However, all Sprint Veloces imported to the U.S. after 1973 had turn signals fitted as standard equipment in order to satisfy American regulations.
Notes
- Leardi, Roberto; Frisinghelli, Luigi; Notari, Giorgio (2000). Vespa Tecnica Volume 3. Fornacette, Italy: CLD. pp. 186–187. ISBN 978-88-87748-19-2.
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