Vespa GTV 2009 / 2008
The Vespa LXV and GTV models celebrate 60 years of the most legendary two-wheeler of all time by re-introducing the trademark Vespa styling and features from the 50s and 60s models.
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A few years after it was originally launched, Vespa would come to symbolize Europe’s post-war reconstruction. Over the decades, it would become an icon of youth culture and an emblem of Italian style and design worldwide. Now, 60 years on, the Vespa continues to be an innovative product and an example of industrial design par excellence in terms of styling and production technology.
Cleverly re-interpreting some of the traditional design and technical elements of vintage Vespas, particularly 1950s and 1960s models, the Vespa GTV and Vespa LXV pay homage to this iconic product, the result of pure Italian creativity and industrial culture.
Performance
Developed on the base of, respectively, the Vespa GTS and LX, the Vespa GTV and LXV have a distinct vintage look, but include automatic transmissions and eco-friendly, modern engines. The GTV utilizes a powerful 250cc four-valve, liquid-cooled engine with electronic injection, a double rear shock absorber and 12″ wheels stopped by two disk brakes. The LXV is built around the LX engine, a 150cc four-stroke engine. Both models feature a single steel chassis, as all Vespas have since their inception.
Style
Developed on the base of the GTS, the GTV features several distinctive stylistic details, namely the headlamp which has been positioned on the front mudguard, as it was on the very first Vespa prototype. The headlamp moved up by the handlebars on mid 50s models, and is back on the mudguard for this special vintage model. Additional features evoke the original Vespa as well, such as the ‘naked’ handlebar (the prototype had a simple, metal tube) and the dual-seat saddle which is made of genuine leather and houses storage space suitable for your helmet. The round analog speedometer has relatively retro graphics, plus a digital ride information display, further emphasizing the combination of historical elements and modern technology on this unique vehicle.
| Vespa GTV 250 2009 / 2008 – Technical specifications (Specs) | |
| ENGINE | |
| Type | Single-cylinder QUASAR, 4 stroke, 4 valve, electronic injection, catalysed |
| Displacement | 244 cc |
| Bore / Stroke | 72 mm x 60 mm |
| Max power | 16.2 Kw (22 hp) at 8,250 rpm |
| Max torque | 20.2 Nm at 6,500 rpm |
| Max speed | 76 mph (122 km/h) |
| Gas mileage | 65-70 mpg (estimated) |
| Fuel | Unleaded |
| Distribution | Chain driven SOHC (single overhead camshaft) |
| Injection | Port injected Alfa/N type with lambda closed loop control and three way catalytic converter |
| Ignition | Electronic with inductive discharge, variable spark advance and three dimensional mapping |
| Cooling | Liquid |
| Lubrication | Wet sump, chain-driven lobe pump, filtration during aspiration and discharge |
| Start | Electric |
| Gears | CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) with torque server |
| Clutch | Automatic centrifugal dry clutch with dampers |
| Vehicle | |
| Chassis | Load-bearing sheet steel chassis with welded structural supports |
| Front suspension | Single sided trailing arm with dual chamber hydraulic shock absorber with coaxial spring |
| Rear suspension | Helical spring with adjustable four-position pre-load and two dual effect hydraulic shock absorbers |
| Front brake | Ø 220 mm disc |
| Rear brake | Ø 220 mm disc |
| Front tire | Tubeless 120/70-12” |
| Rear tire | Tubeless 130/70-12” |
| SIZE | |
| Length | 76.4″ (1941 mm) |
| Width | 30.3″ (770 mm) |
| Wheelbase | 54.9″ (1394 mm) |
| Seat height | 31.1″ (790 mm) |
| Running weight | 322 lbs (146 kg) |
| Fuel tank | 2.4 gallons (9 liters) |
| Emissions | Euro 3, EPA and CARB |
| Colors 2009 | Portofino Green, Siena Ivory |
A few years after it was originally launched, Vespa would come to symbolize Europe’s post-war reconstruction. Over the decades, it would become an icon of youth culture and an emblem of Italian style and design worldwide. Now, 60 years on, the Vespa continues to be an innovative product and an example of industrial design par excellence in terms of styling and production technology.
Cleverly re-interpreting some of the traditional design and technical elements of vintage Vespas, particularly 1950s and 1960s models, the Vespa GTV and Vespa LXV pay homage to this iconic product, the result of pure Italian creativity and industrial culture.
Performance
Developed on the base of, respectively, the Vespa GTS and LX, the Vespa GTV and LXV have a distinct vintage look, but include automatic transmissions and eco-friendly, modern engines. The GTV utilizes a powerful 250cc four-valve, liquid-cooled engine with electronic injection, a double rear shock absorber and 12″ wheels stopped by two disk brakes. The LXV is built around the LX engine, a 150cc four-stroke engine. Both models feature a single steel chassis, as all Vespas have since their inception.
Style
Developed on the base of the GTS, the GTV features several distinctive stylistic details, namely the headlamp which has been positioned on the front mudguard, as it was on the very first Vespa prototype. The headlamp moved up by the handlebars on mid 50s models, and is back on the mudguard for this special vintage model. Additional features evoke the original Vespa as well, such as the ‘naked’ handlebar (the prototype had a simple, metal tube) and the dual-seat saddle which is made of genuine leather and houses storage space suitable for your helmet. The round analog speedometer has relatively retro graphics, plus a digital ride information display, further emphasizing the combination of historical elements and modern technology on this unique vehicle.
| Vespa GTV 250 2009 / 2008 – Technical specifications (Specs) | |
| ENGINE | |
| Type | Single-cylinder QUASAR, 4 stroke, 4 valve, electronic injection, catalysed |
| Displacement | 244 cc |
| Bore / Stroke | 72 mm x 60 mm |
| Max power | 16.2 Kw (22 hp) at 8,250 rpm |
| Max torque | 20.2 Nm at 6,500 rpm |
| Max speed | 76 mph (122 km/h) |
| Gas mileage | 65-70 mpg (estimated) |
| Fuel | Unleaded |
| Distribution | Chain driven SOHC (single overhead camshaft) |
| Injection | Port injected Alfa/N type with lambda closed loop control and three way catalytic converter |
| Ignition | Electronic with inductive discharge, variable spark advance and three dimensional mapping |
| Cooling | Liquid |
| Lubrication | Wet sump, chain-driven lobe pump, filtration during aspiration and discharge |
| Start | Electric |
| Gears | CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) with torque server |
| Clutch | Automatic centrifugal dry clutch with dampers |
| Vehicle | |
| Chassis | Load-bearing sheet steel chassis with welded structural supports |
| Front suspension | Single sided trailing arm with dual chamber hydraulic shock absorber with coaxial spring |
| Rear suspension | Helical spring with adjustable four-position pre-load and two dual effect hydraulic shock absorbers |
| Front brake | Ø 220 mm disc |
| Rear brake | Ø 220 mm disc |
| Front tire | Tubeless 120/70-12” |
| Rear tire | Tubeless 130/70-12” |
| SIZE | |
| Length | 76.4″ (1941 mm) |
| Width | 30.3″ (770 mm) |
| Wheelbase | 54.9″ (1394 mm) |
| Seat height | 31.1″ (790 mm) |
| Running weight | 322 lbs (146 kg) |
| Fuel tank | 2.4 gallons (9 liters) |
| Emissions | Euro 3, EPA and CARB |
| Colors 2009 | Portofino Green, Siena Ivory |
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