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2012Vento Hot Rod

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The 2012 Vento Hot Rod is a 150cc scooter from the Mexican brand Vento. Its air-cooled 150cc four-stroke single makes 9.4 hp at 7,600 rpm and 8.5 Nm through an automatic belt drive. A 103.9 kg dry weight and 5.3-litre tank make it a practical commuter.

Capacity
150.0 ccm
Engine
Single, four-stroke
Gearbox
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Dry weight
103.9 kg
Seat height
884 mm
Power
9.4 HP (6.9 kW) @ 7600 RPM
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Other years 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 19Agility 64Comfort 55Off-road 5Touring 20Road manners 55
Off-road & trail5%
Cornering40%
City riding80%
Daily riding70%
Touring20%
Two-up30%
Track5%
Best for
Built primarily for short urban commutes and errands rather than performance riding or long-distance travel.
Built for
A budget-friendly, retro-styled city runabout that favors practicality and easy maneuverability over speed or excitement.
Not ideal for
This scooter is not suited for highway touring, high-speed riding, off-road use, or carrying a passenger over longer distances.

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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At 884mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will not reach the ground comfortably on the 2012 Vento Hot Rod, with a moderate knee angle of around 115 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
150.0 ccm
Power
9.4 HP (6.9 kW) @ 7600 RPM
Torque
8.5 Nm (0.9 kgf-m) @ 5000 RPM
Engine type
Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.0905 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
57.4 x 57.8 mm
Cooling system
Air
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Electric
Ignition
CDI
Transmission
Transmission type
Automatic
Final drive
Belt
Dimensions & weight
Overall length
1890 mm
Overall width
691 mm
Overall height
1290 mm
Seat height
884 mm
Dry weight
103.9 kg
Fuel capacity
5.30 litres
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Steel
Front suspension
Hydraulic fork
Rear suspension
Twin shock, hydraulic
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes diameter
130 mm
Front tyre
130/60-13
Rear tyre
130/60-13
Other
Color options
Red, silver, black
Warranty
12

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 20092010201120122013
Capacity 150 cc 150 cc 150 cc 150 cc 150 cc
Dry weight 104 kg 104 kg 104 kg 104 kg 104 kg
Seat height 884 mm 884 mm 884 mm 884 mm 884 mm
Fuel capacity 5.3 L 5.3 L 5.3 L 5.3 L 5.3 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 Vento Hot Rod?

The 2012 Vento Hot Rod has a Capacity of 150.0 ccm (9.15 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Vento Hot Rod have?

The 2012 Vento Hot Rod has a Power of 9.4 HP (6.9 kW) @ 7600 RPM.

What is the torque of the Vento Hot Rod?

The 2012 Vento Hot Rod has a Torque of 8.5 Nm (0.9 kgf-m or 6.3 ft.lbs) @ 5000 RPM.

How much does the Vento Hot Rod weigh?

The 2012 Vento Hot Rod has a Dry weight of 103.9 kg (229.1 pounds).

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