PIAGGIO VESPA
GS160 - 160cc
1962 · WHITE
AUTHENTIC
The Vespa GS160 is one of the most iconic sporting Vespas ever produced by Piaggio. Introduced in 1962 as the successor to the GS150, it featured a completely redesigned large-frame body, a new 160cc engine and a distinctive streamlined shape.
This 1962 example is offered AS IS, making it an excellent opportunity for an enthusiast looking for an authentic early GS160 project or a scooter to develop according to their own restoration requirements.
Manufacturer
Piaggio Vespa
Model
GS160 - 160cc
Year
1962
Color
White
Condition
AS IS
Stock Number
HCH02
Origin
Made in Italy
USD 2,550
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Technical Details
Manufacturer
Piaggio
Model
Vespa GS160
Model Code
VSB1T
Engine Code
VSB1M
Production
1962 – 1964
1962 Series
Series I
Engine
Single-cylinder, 2-stroke, air-cooled
Induction
Piston ported
Displacement
158.53cc
Bore × Stroke
58 × 60 mm
Compression Ratio
7.3:1
Carburettor
Dell'Orto SI 27/23
Main Jet
108
Slow Running Jet
50
Main Air Correction Jet
185
Starter Jet
60
Maximum Power
8 hp @ 6,500 rpm
Transmission
4-speed constant mesh, grip-shift
Primary Drive
22 / 67
1st Gear Ratio
14.72:1
2nd Gear Ratio
10.28:1
3rd Gear Ratio
7.61:1
4th Gear Ratio
5.84:1
Clutch
Wet multi-plate clutch
Ignition
Contact breaker and coil
Ignition Timing
26° BTDC
Breaker Gap
0.3–0.5 mm
Electrical System
6 volt · 35 watt
Fuel / Oil Mixture
5%
Cooling
Forced-air cooling
Starting
Kick start
Front Suspension
Single combined hydraulic damper and coil spring
Rear Suspension
Coil spring with hydraulic damper
Front Brake
Drum brake
Rear Brake
Drum brake
Tyres
3.50 × 10
Fuel Tank
Approx. 7.5 litres
Wheelbase
1,220 mm
Overall Length
1,795 mm
Overall Width
710 mm
Overall Height
1,045 mm
Dry Weight
Approx. 110 kg including spare wheel
Top Speed
Approx. 100 km/h
