2012 Victory LXV Review

Vespa scooters were first introduced in Italy in 1946 at a time when Italians were in need of an accessible, affordable means of transportation. Since then the Vespa scooter has become an international icon that’s been immortalized in pop culture and will always carry a strong association with the swinging 1960s. While the company produces scooters that feature a completely modern design, many scooter enthusiasts still gravitate toward Vespa because they’re aficionados of the classic styling of Vespa’s from decades past. The 2012 Vespa LXV 150 i.e. is a model that was designed to appeal to these lovers of vintage scooters, who are looking for a mode of transport that will prove capable on today’s city streets.

A smaller model scooter, belonging to Vespa’s ""vintage"" line of bike, the Vespa LXV 150 takes many elements of the classic 1960s era Vespas, brings them up-to-date, and marries them with modern touches like an electronic fuel injection system and a modern engine. In addition to being stylish and amply powered, the 2012 Vespa LXV is also economical with a clean running engine that minimizes consumption of fuel while delivering power smoothly. The 2012 Vespa LXV 150 provides riders with an appealing combination of chic retro flair and modern scooter technology. Relatively small in size, the LXV is also lightweight, making it an easy bike to handle for students or urban riders who need to navigate tricky city traffic on their daily commute.

The 2013 Vespa LXV 150 is available in two color choices: Siena Ivory and Espresso. It’s outfitted with front disc brakes and rear drum brakes, while both the front and rear tires are tubeless. Maximum speed for the 2012 LXV is around 59 mph, while fuel economy ranges between 70-75 mpg, according to EPA estimates. Weighing less then 250 lbs., the LXV 150 is easier to control than even most scooters. Rider comfort is increased by the bike’s leather seat, which provides adequate space for a rider and a passenger. The scooter’s instrument console is modern and was redesigned for 2012. There is also a large, locking glove compartment for storage as well as an under-the-seat compartment big enough for a helmet. The chromed rear luggage rack can also be folded down for enough additional storage to accommodate a shopping bag or even a sleeping bag. One of the nicest things about the 2012 Vespa LXV 150 and Vespa scooters in general, is that there’s nothing plastic about them. This gives the 2012 Vespa LXV 150 a more solid feel than your typical plastic-bodied scooter. This solid feel is particularly appreciable on such a small-framed scooter.

With its timelessly cool vintage design and modern technological features, the 2012 Vespa LXV delivers the best of both worlds. Economical and fun to ride, the 2012 Vespa LXV is a modern scooter with classic styling that’s ideal for the pace of today’s city streets. Like the Vespa GTV, the 2012 Vespa LXV was designed to appeal to riders who are enamored with the look of vintage Vespa’s from the 1960s. Features such as the naked handlebars and a saddle with separate rider and passenger seats are classic vintage Vespa. There is also a headlamp mounted on the front mudguard, just as there was on the very first Vespa prototype that was introduced way back in 1946. But beneath this retro chic exterior, you’ll find a thoroughly modern street machine that’s well appointed with the latest in modern scooter components. The LXV is built on the Vespa LX body and powered by a 150cc engine. The saddle is eco-friendly leather, the transmission is automatic, and there is plenty of storage to be found under the seat and in the front glove box area. Vespa has endeared for so long as an icon due to the quality behind the name and the 2012 Vespa LXV is a fine expression of that quality.