1953 Vespa 125, such as the Utilitaria model, featured a 124.8 cc single-cylinder, two-stroke, air-cooled engine producing about 4.5 HP, a 3-speed transmission, a sheet steel frame, and small 8-inch wheels. It had a maximum speed of around 65 km/h and a typical wet weight of 83 kg. Other specifications included drum brakes, a 6.4:1 compression ratio, and a fuel capacity of 6.4 liters.
Here are the detailed specifications for the 1953 Vespa 125:
Engine
- Type: Single cylinder, two-stroke, air-cooled
- Displacement: 124.8 cc (or 123.67 cc for the 125 mod.53)
- Bore x Stroke: 56 mm x 56 mm (or 54 mm x 54 mm for the 125 mod.53)
- Horsepower: 3.3 kW / 4.5 HP @ 5800 RPM
- Compression Ratio: 6.4:1
Transmission
- Gearbox: 3-Speed
- Clutch: Wet multi-plate
- Final Drive: Direct drive
Chassis & Brakes
- Frame: Pressed sheet steel, self-supporting
- Front Suspension: Variable flexible coil spring
- Rear Suspension: Double hydraulic shock absorbers
- Front Brake: Drum brake
- Rear Brake: Drum brake
Dimensions & Weight
- Overall Length: 1679 mm (66.1 in)
- Overall Width: 790 mm (31.1 in)
- Seat Height: 775 mm (30.5 in)
- Wheelbase: 1161 mm (45.7 in)
- Weight (empty/wet): 78-83 kg (172-183 lbs)
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 6.4 L (1.7 gallons)
Wheels & Tires
- Tyre Size: 3.50×8 (front and rear)
