Scooters
2009Vespa LX 150
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The 2009 Vespa LX 150 is a classic automatic scooter ideal for urban commuters and style-conscious riders seeking effortless mobility. Known for its iconic retro design and legendary reliability, this 150cc single-cylinder scooter delivers practical performance with timeless appeal. Its air-cooled engine and automatic transmission make it perfect for navigating city streets with minimal fuss.
- Capacity
- 150.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 110.0 kg
- Seat height
- 785 mm
- Power
- 11.7 HP (8.6 kW) @ 7750 RPM
What’s new for the 2009 Vespa LX 150
vs the 2008| Spec | 2008 | 2009 |
|---|---|---|
| Dry weight | 102.0 kg (224.9 pounds) | 110.0 kg (242.5 pounds) |
| Seat height | 775 mm (30.5 inches) | 785 mm (30.9 inches) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily for short commutes, errands, and weaving through city traffic rather than speed or distance.
- Built for
- A classic, stylish, and friendly scooter that prioritizes ease of use and charm over outright performance.
- Not ideal for
- Not suitable for highway touring, long-distance travel, off-road use, or riders seeking a passenger-friendly performance ride.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 150.0 ccm
- Power
- 11.7 HP (8.6 kW) @ 7750 RPM
- Torque
- 11.5 Nm (1.2 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1064 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 62.5 x 48.5 mm
- Compression
- 10.7:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric & kick
- Ignition
- Electric and kick start
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump, chain-driven lobe pump; intake and delivery filters
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Automatic dry centrifuge with damper buffers
Performance
- Top speed
- 95.0 km/h (59.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1280 mm
- Overall length
- 1755 mm
- Overall width
- 739 mm
- Seat height
- 785 mm
- Dry weight
- 110.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 8.60 litres
- Oil capacity
- 0.80 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Load-bearing steel chassis with welded structural supports
- Front suspension
- Single arm with helical spring and dual effect hydraulic single shock absorber
- Rear suspension
- Coil spring and dual effect single shock absorber
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 200 mm
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Rear brakes diameter
- 110 mm
- Front tyre
- 110/70-11
- Rear tyre
- 120/70-11
Other
- Color options
- Red, blue, grey, black, dark blue
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 150 cc | 150 cc | 150 cc |
| Dry weight | 102 kg | 110 kg | 110 kg |
| Seat height | 775 mm | 785 mm | 785 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 8.6 L | 8.6 L | 8.6 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Vespa LX 150?
The 2009 Vespa LX 150 has a Capacity of 150.0 ccm (9.15 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Vespa LX 150 have?
The 2009 Vespa LX 150 has a Power of 11.7 HP (8.6 kW) @ 7750 RPM.
What is the torque of the Vespa LX 150?
The 2009 Vespa LX 150 has a Torque of 11.5 Nm (1.2 kgf-m or 8.5 ft.lbs).
How much does the Vespa LX 150 weigh?
The 2009 Vespa LX 150 has a Dry weight of 110.0 kg (242.5 pounds).
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