Scooters
2012Vespa LX 50 4V
35 fields on record
The 2012 Vespa LX 50 4V is a lightweight scooter designed for urban commuters and novice riders seeking affordable, economical transportation. Powered by a catalytic four-valve engine, it delivers modest performance with a top speed of 63 km/h, making it ideal for city riding and short commutes. Known for its iconic retro styling and reliability, the LX 50 combines practical fuel injection technology with classic Vespa heritage.
- Capacity
- 49.4 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 102.1 kg
- Seat height
- 775 mm
- Power
- 4.3 HP (3.2 kW) @ 8500 RPM
What’s new for the 2012 Vespa LX 50 4V
vs the 2011| Spec | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Front suspension | Single sided trailing link with hydraulic shock absorber | Single arm with helical spring |
| Rear suspension | Hydraulic shock absorber | Coil spring with dual effect shock absorber |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built purely for short urban trips, errands, and light commuting rather than any kind of performance riding.
- Built for
- A classic, stylish, and unhurried city scooter that prioritizes charm, ease of use, and practicality over speed or excitement.
- Not ideal for
- Not suitable for highway travel, long-distance touring, carrying a passenger comfortably, or anyone seeking real performance or off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usEngine
- Capacity
- 49.4 ccm
- Power
- 4.3 HP (3.2 kW) @ 8500 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 62 CO2 g/km
- Torque
- 3.5 Nm (0.4 kgf-m) @ 6500 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 2.70 litres/100 km (37.0 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0421 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 39.0 x 41.0 mm
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric & kick
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump,
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Automatic dry centrifuge with damper buffers
Performance
- Top speed
- 63.0 km/h (39.1 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1288 mm
- Overall length
- 1755 mm
- Overall width
- 740 mm
- Seat height
- 775 mm
- Dry weight
- 102.1 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 8.70 litres
- Oil capacity
- 0.90 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Load-bearing steel chassis with welded structural supports
- Front suspension
- Single arm with helical spring
- Rear suspension
- Coil spring with dual effect shock absorber
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Hydraulic
- Front brakes diameter
- 200 mm
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Rear brakes diameter
- 110 mm
- Front tyre
- 110/70-11
- Rear tyre
- 120/70-10
Other
- Color options
- Light blue, dark blue, red, bronze, white, maroon
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 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc |
| Dry weight | 102 kg | 102 kg | 102 kg |
| Seat height | 775 mm | 775 mm | 775 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 8.7 L | 8.7 L | 8.7 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Vespa LX 50 4V?
The 2012 Vespa LX 50 4V has a Capacity of 49.4 ccm (3.01 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Vespa LX 50 4V have?
The 2012 Vespa LX 50 4V has a Power of 4.3 HP (3.2 kW) @ 8500 RPM.
What is the torque of the Vespa LX 50 4V?
The 2012 Vespa LX 50 4V has a Torque of 3.5 Nm (0.4 kgf-m or 2.6 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM.
How much does the Vespa LX 50 4V weigh?
The 2012 Vespa LX 50 4V has a Dry weight of 102.1 kg (225.1 pounds).
Shop this bike
Affiliate linksWe may earn a commission from qualifying eBay or Amazon purchases made through these links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Please log in or register if you'd like to leave a comment.