1946 Vespa 98 technical specifications

Technical specifications

Model: 98
Years: 1946-47
Production: 36 126 units
Engine: Two Stroke, single cylinder
Capacity: 98 cc / 6 cub in
Bore and Stroke: 50 x 50 mm
Carburettor: Dell'Orto T2 16/17
Cooling: Air cooled
Battery: 6V
Ignition: Volcano magneto
Starting: Kick start
Max Power: 2.4 kW / 3.2 hp
Transmission: Continuous speed variator gearbox
Final Drive: Direct drive
Frame: Pressed sheet steel with streamlined monocoque structure
Front Suspension: Elastic with spiral steel springs
Rear Suspension: Rubber buffers
Front Brakes: Drum
Rear Brakes: Drum
Wheels: Pressed steel flanges, interchangeable, split rims
Front Tyre: 3.5 x 8"
Rear Tyre: 3.5 x 8"
Dry Weight: 60 kg / 132 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 5 L / 1.3 US gal
Consumption: 2.0 L/100 km / 50 km/l / 118 US mpg
Top Speed: 60 km/h / 37 mph
Colours: Silver, Metallic Green
Source: Wikipedia

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