Scooters
2009Vespa LX 50 2T
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The 2009 Vespa LX 50 2T is a stylish entry-level scooter designed for urban commuters and new riders seeking classic Italian design with modern reliability. Its fuel-injected single-cylinder engine delivers modest but sufficient power for city riding, while the lightweight frame and automatic transmission make it approachable for beginners. Best known for combining retro aesthetics with contemporary engineering, this model suits those prioritizing style and practicality over performance.
- Capacity
- 49.4 ccm
- Engine
- Single single, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 102.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 4.2 HP
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built purely for short, low-speed urban trips like commuting, errands, and getting around town easily.
- Built for
- A classic, stylish little Vespa that prioritizes charm, ease of use, and everyday practicality over performance.
- Not ideal for
- Not for riders wanting highway speeds, long-distance touring, off-road use, or carrying a passenger any real distance.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 49.4 ccm
- Power
- 4.2 HP
- Torque
- 3.5 Nm (0.4 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Single single, two-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0412 HP/kg
- Bore x stroke
- 39.1 x 41.4 mm
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric & kick
- Ignition
- Electric and kick start
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump,
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Automatic dry centrifuge with damper buffers
Performance
- Top speed
- 62.8 km/h (39.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Load-bearing steel chassis with welded structural supports
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
- Blu Midnight, Nero Grafite, Cortina, Capri
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 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 49.40 ccm (3.01 cubic inches) | 49.40 ccm (3.01 cubic inches) | 49.40 ccm (3.01 cubic inches) | 49.40 ccm (3.01 cubic inches) | 49.40 ccm (3.01 cubic inches) |
| Dry weight | 102.0 kg (224.9 pounds) | 102.0 kg (224.9 pounds) | 102.0 kg (224.9 pounds) | 102.0 kg (224.9 pounds) | — |
| Color options | Blu Midnight, Nero Grafite, Cortina, Capri | Blu Midnight, Rosso Dragon, Capri, Nero Vulcano, Pink | Blu Midnight, Rosso Dragon, Capri, Nero Vulcano, Pink | Blu Midnight, Rosso Dragon, Capri, Nero Vulcano, Pink | Rosso Dragon, Nero Lucido, Blu Midnight, Celeste Glamour |
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 50 2T?
The 2009 Vespa LX 50 2T has a Capacity of 49.4 ccm (3.01 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Vespa LX 50 2T have?
The 2009 Vespa LX 50 2T has a Power of 4.2 HP.
What is the torque of the Vespa LX 50 2T?
The 2009 Vespa LX 50 2T has a Torque of 3.5 Nm (0.4 kgf-m or 2.6 ft.lbs).
How much does the Vespa LX 50 2T weigh?
The 2009 Vespa LX 50 2T has a Dry weight of 102.0 kg (224.9 pounds).
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