Vespa LX 50 2T vs Sachs SpeedJet R (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Vespa LX 50 2Tstacks up against the Sachs SpeedJet R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecVespa LX 50 2TSachs SpeedJet R
Model year20132013
Price$1,349
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower3 hp4 hp
Torque3 Nm
Weight87 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity1.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. Wave disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires110/70-11 / 120/70-10 120/70-12 / 120/70-12

Vespa LX 50 2T vs Sachs SpeedJet R — which should you buy?

Picking between the Vespa LX 50 2T and the Sachs SpeedJet R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Vespa LX 50 2T brings 3 hp, while the Sachs SpeedJet R counters with 4 hp at 87 kg.

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: