Vespa LX 2012 User Manual

Refitting
Carry out the removal operations but in the reverse
order, observing the prescribed tightening torque.
Locking torques (N*m)
Handlebar lock nut 45 to 50
Steering column
Removal
After removing the upper seat, lean the vehicle on
one side and extract the steering tube completely
from the fork.
Specific tooling
020055Y Wrench for steering tube ring nut
Overhaul
Servicing the front suspension-steering assembly,
described below, deals mainly with replacing parts
(pin- NADELLA roller bushings - sealing rings unit
and dust gaiter) which connect the steering tube
to the front wheel holder swinging hub.
N.B.
BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THE DESCRIBED SERVICE,
CHECK THAT THE STEERING TUBE AND THE WHEEL
HOLDER HUB ARE IN EXCELLENT CONDITIONS: ONLY
THEN IS THE SERVICE JUSTIFIABLE.
MOREOVER, REMEMBER THE STEERING TUBE SHOULD
BE REPLACED WITH A NEW ONE WHEN DEFORMED.
a = Ø 12 Punch
b = Sharp-edged end
Vespa LX - S 125 3V ie 150 3V ie (2012) Suspensions
SUSP - 211

Vespa LX 2012 Specifications

General

Engine Type	Single-cylinder, 4-stroke
Displacement	124 cc
Cooling System	Air-cooled
Fuel System	Carburetor
Transmission	Automatic CVT
Fuel Tank Capacity	8.6 liters
Seat Height	785 mm
Curb Weight	114 kg
Length	1, 770 mm
Width	705 mm
Height	1, 140 mm
Max Power	10.3 hp @ 7, 750 rpm
Front Suspension	Single arm with coil spring and hydraulic shock absorber
Front Brake	200 mm
Rear Suspension	Coil spring and hydraulic shock absorber
Rear Brake	110 mm drum