Vespa 98 cc Race

Year 1947

This first fabulous race vespa was conceived for participation in various circuit race. With it, in 1947 Piaggio dealers could enter their participation in speed contests. The vespa in fact took part in several gradient and track races, with many victories in the scooter category, among wich the naples Grand Prix in 1947 and the chronograph climb at Rocca di Papa (Rome).
The Vespa 98 Corsa's form derived from the standard production model, but it had a much smaller, bubble-shaped shield and small handlebars. The horn was taken off the steering column cover and the seat is placed far back, so thet the rider had to strecht to reach the handlebars. The rear brakes were also retracted to suit the rider's elongated, aerodynamic position.

• Engine: 2-stroke single cylinder engine with cast iron horizontal cylinder and alumunium head
• Bore: 50 mm
• Stroke: 50 mm
• Dsiplacement: 98 cc
• Top speed: 80 km/h
• Suspension: spiral springs on the front wheel, leaf spring on the rear wheel
• Brakes: drums
• Tyres: 3.50-8"