2012
Vento Thunderstar - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 482817 |
|---|---|
| Category | Custom-cruiser |
| Make | Vento |
| Model | Thunderstar |
| Year | 2012 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Steel |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Single disc |
| Frontsuspension | Hydraulic fork |
| Fronttyre | 110/90-19 |
| Rearbrakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rearsuspension | Hydraulic shock |
| Reartyre | 130/90-15 |
| Seat | 2-person seat |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 62.0 x 49.5 mm (2.4 x 1.9 inches) |
|---|---|
| Coolingsystem | Air |
| Displacement | 150.00 ccm (9.15 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Carburettor |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Ignition | CDI |
| Power | 13.41 HP (9.8 kW)) @ 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 8.10 Nm (0.8 kgf-m or 6.0 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Red/black, white/black |
|---|---|
| Factorywarranty | 1 year or 5000 miles limited warranty. |
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 146.0 kg (321.9 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 4.16 litres (1.10 gallons) |
| Overallheight | 1,190 mm (46.9 inches) |
| Overalllength | 2,200 mm (86.6 inches) |
| Overallwidth | 775 mm (30.5 inches) |
| Powerweightratio | 0.0918 HP/kg |
| Seatheight | 706 mm (27.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
About Vento
Country of Origin:
United States/Mexico (brand); manufacturing via Asia
Founder:
Vento Motorcycles
Best Known For:
Affordable small motorcycles and scooters for the Americas
Company History
Vento targeted students and commuters with low-cost transports backed by regional parts warehouses. Models emphasized approachable seat heights, frugal engines, and easy service at independent shops. Success varied with distributor quality, but in well-served areas Vento bikes delivered dependable daily miles. Historically, Vento shows how branding, local logistics, and price discipline can expand two-wheel mobility across diverse markets.