Scooters
2008Vespa S
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The 2008 Vespa S is a 150cc automatic scooter designed for urban commuters and style-conscious riders seeking retro Italian charm. Known for its iconic stepped seat design and nimble handling in city traffic, it delivers reliable everyday performance with classic Vespa aesthetic. The air-cooled single-cylinder engine provides modest but adequate power for short trips and casual riding.
- Capacity
- 150.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 110.2 kg
- Seat height
- 775 mm
- Power
- 11.7 HP (8.6 kW)
What’s new for the 2008 Vespa S
vs the 2007| Spec | 2007 | 2008 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 50.0 ccm (3.05 cubic inches) | 150.0 ccm (9.15 cubic inches) |
| Power | 5.4 HP (4.0 kW) | 11.7 HP (8.6 kW) |
| Torque | — | 11.5 Nm (1.2 kgf-m or 8.5 ft.lbs) |
| Top speed | — | 95.0 km/h (59.0 mph) |
| Dry weight | — | 110.2 kg (242.9 pounds) |
| Seat height | — | 775 mm (30.5 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | — | 8.60 litres (2.27 US gallons) |
| Front suspension | — | Single arm with helical spring and dual effect hydraulic single shock absorber |
| Rear suspension | — | Coil spring and dual effect single shock absorber |
| Wheelbase | — | 1280 mm (50.4 inches) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for short urban hops, commuting, and running errands around town rather than any kind of speed or distance riding.
- Built for
- A stylish, classic-looking Italian scooter that favors charm and easy usability over performance.
- Not ideal for
- Not suitable for riders wanting highway speeds, long-distance touring, or any 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?
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- Capacity
- 150.0 ccm
- Power
- 11.7 HP (8.6 kW)
- Torque
- 11.5 Nm (1.2 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Single
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1062 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 62.5 x 48.5 mm
- Cooling system
- Air
- Starting
- Electric & kick
- 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
- 95.0 km/h (59.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1280 mm
- Overall length
- 1801 mm
- Overall width
- 785 mm
- Seat height
- 775 mm
- Dry weight
- 110.2 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 8.60 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
- 120/70-10
Other
- Color options
- Dragon Red, Montebianco White, Shiny Black
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 | 2007 | 2008 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 50 cc | 150 cc |
| Dry weight | — | 110 kg |
| Seat height | — | 775 mm |
| Fuel capacity | — | 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 S?
The 2008 Vespa S has a Capacity of 150.0 ccm (9.15 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Vespa S have?
The 2008 Vespa S has a Power of 11.7 HP (8.6 kW).
What is the torque of the Vespa S?
The 2008 Vespa S has a Torque of 11.5 Nm (1.2 kgf-m or 8.5 ft.lbs).
How much does the Vespa S weigh?
The 2008 Vespa S has a Dry weight of 110.2 kg (242.9 pounds).
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