Sachs SpeedJet R vs Vespa LX 50 4V (2013)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Sachs SpeedJet Rstacks up against the Vespa LX 50 4V. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Sachs SpeedJet R | Vespa LX 50 4V |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2013 | 2013 |
| Price | $1,349 | $3,399 |
| Engine | 49 cc | 49 cc |
| Horsepower | 4 hp | 4 hp |
| Torque | — | 4 Nm |
| Weight | 87 kg | 102 kg |
| Seat height | 32 mm | 31 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 1.6 L | 2.3 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Wave disc | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Tires | 120/70-12 / 120/70-12 | 110/70-11 / 120/70-10 |
Sachs SpeedJet R vs Vespa LX 50 4V — which should you buy?
Picking between the Sachs SpeedJet R and the Vespa LX 50 4V usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Sachs SpeedJet R brings 4 hp in a 87 kg package, while the Vespa LX 50 4V counters with 4 hp at 102 kg. On price, the Sachs SpeedJet R has the lower MSRP.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: