1946 - Vespa 98/1 VEH1851 1946

Vespa 98

VEH1851
Model: Vespa 98/1
Year of construction: 1946
Frame code: V98
Frame number: 1-?

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Description Vespa 98

The Vespa 98 was the first series-produced Vespa from Piaggio. It was built between 1946 and 1947 and divided into four series: V.98 / 1 and V.98 / 2 and from 1947 V.98 / 3 and V.98 / 4, the modifications being insignificant. The basis for the first model were the prototypes Paperino (or MP5) and MP6 by Corradino D'Ascanio and Enrico Piaggio. An essential feature was the free access, which has been maintained to this day.

The V98 has an engine with a displacement of 98 cc, a three-speed gearbox and a top speed of 3 km / h. The leg shield is evenly curved. There is no main stand and is leaned on an arm that protrudes left and right from the rear step.

In April 1946, this new, functional and innovative vehicle was presented to the public for the first time at the Golf Club in Rome. The trademark was printed as a relief with a new logo, replacing the previous trademark on the Piaggio models. Vespa achieved immediate success both in the media and with the public, which was surprising but also aroused skepticism. The first models were sold through a small dealer network with prices between 55.000 Lire for the basic model and 66.000 Lire for the deluxe model. (Source: Piaggio)