Vespa 125 (VNA2T)
Vespa 125 (VNA2T)

Vespa 125 (VNA1/VNA2)

The Vespa 125 from 1958 (VNA) marks the beginning of the era of large-frame models. The most striking feature is the disappearance of the hatch in the step-through under the seat. Overall, the frame was not only narrower, but also considerably lighter. Thanks to the new production process, the body is now made from two half-shells of sheet metal. The front mudguard is also made from two parts and welded in the middle. Characteristic features that can be found on the Vespa from now on.

The engine is also much more compact, as the swingarm is integrated into the housing. Other details, such as the kickstarter mechanism and gearshift box, were to prove to be groundbreaking innovations. On the VNA, the steering head is split and all controls are freely accessible after removing the upper steering head cover. A very practical solution, especially as neither the speedometer nor the speedometer cable are in the way, as these are not yet part of the standard equipment. The brake drums are made of aluminum and have a cast-iron inner ring, and the moped comes with 8-inch tyres. The vehicles are delivered with a single saddle and luggage rack as standard. The saddle cover is dark green and the Vespa lettering on the leg shield is dark blue.

The vehicles with the frame abbreviation VNA1 were delivered in gray (MaxMeyer code 15046). The frame code VNA2 was changed to a light beige (MaxMeyer 15099).

VNA2 frame numbers by year of manufacture:
1958: VNA2T 68032-107007
1959: VNA2T 107008-116431

Original paint VNA2 (MaxMeyer)

Body:
Grigio Beige Chiaro
PIA756 (1.298.3756/15099)
Grigio Beige Chiaro
Primer:
Grigio (Antiruggine)
PIA8012M (8012M)
Grigio (Antiruggine)
Add-on parts:
Grigio Beige Chiaro
PIA756 (1.298.3756/15099)
Grigio Beige Chiaro
Fan wheel cover:
Alluminio
PIA983 (1.268.0983)
Alluminio
Vehicle (general)
Designation
Vespa 125 (VNA2T)
VIN
VNA2T
Year of construction
1958, 1959
Number of units built
48400
 
Vehicle engine
Motor type
2-Takt
Emission standard
keine
Displacement
123.7 cm³
Stroke
54 mm
Drill hole
54 mm
Motor type
2-Takt
Number of cylinders
1
Type of cooling
Luft
Power (kW)
3.31 kW
Power (PS)
4.5
rpm (p max)
5000
Compaction
1:6.5
Mixture preparation
Vergaser
Carburetor
Dell'Orto UB 16S1
Starter
Kickstarter
Clutch
Manuell
Motor manufacturer
Piaggio
V max
75 km/h
 
Vehicle dimensions
Length
1735 mm
Width
655 mm
Height
985 mm
Ground clearance
130 mm
Wheelbase
1180 mm
Gasoline tank capacity
7.7 Ltr.
of which reserve (gasoline)
1.4 Ltr.
Weight (ready for use)
87 kg
 
Vehicle tires
Front tires
3.50 - 8
Rear tires
3.50 - 8
Front rim
2.15 - 8
Rear rim
2.15 - 8
 
Vehicle brake system
Front brake type
Trommelbremse
Type of rear brake
Trommelbremse
Ø front
125 mm
Ø rear
127 mm
Front brake actuation
mechanisch mit Seilzug
Rear brake actuation
mechanisch mit Seilzug
 
Vehicle engine - ignition system
Spark plug
(NGK) B7HS
Type of ignition
Kontaktzündung
Pre-ignition
28
Distance contacts
0.4 mm
Tension
6 V
 
Vehicle Engine - Gearbox
Gearbox type
manuell
Number of gears
3
Complete translation - 1:
4.85
Translation Primary - 1:
3.45
Gear ratio 1 - 1:
4
Gear ratio 2 - 1:
2.5
Gear ratio 3 - 1:
1.593
 
Vehicle fuels
Fuel
Super (ROZ 95)
Mixing ratio
1:25
Gear oil
SAE30
Quantity of gear oil
0.25 Ltr.
 
General
Code (new)
VESPA_VNA2T