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Vespa LXV 50
€1,100
201182,237 km
Nieuwland, UT
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Aprilia
Sonic
Scooter · 50 cc
- Engine
- 50 cc
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Model family
Sonic at a glance
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Displacement
50 cc
Category
Scooter
Specifications
- Displacement
- 50 cc
- Production
- 1998 – 2008
- Category
- Scooter
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Generations and editions
Features and handling differ by generation. Use this overview to find the right version.
4 variants
Years
1998 - 2008
1998–2008 · Sonic 50 LC/H2O
GenerationThe liquid-cooled Sonic 50 with radiator, coolant circuit and automatic variator. This version needs LC/H2O-specific parts; do not confuse it with the parallel air-cooled Sonic.
50 cc1 cyl.
Years
1998 - 2007
1998–2007 · Sonic 50 AC
GenerationThe air-cooled Sonic 50 base version with a two-stroke engine and automatic variator. Identify it by the absence of a radiator and coolant hoses; buy AC-specific ignition and cooling parts.
50 cc1 cyl.
Years
1998 - 2005
1998–2005 · Sonic GP 50 2T
EditionThe Sonic GP 50 2T is the liquid-cooled GP version. Check for the radiator and GP designation, and order parts by version; GP is not a generic Sonic AC.
50 cc1 cyl.
Years
1998 - 2001
1998–2001 · Sonic FT 50 2T
EditionThe Sonic FT 50 2T is the air-cooled FT version. Use ‘FT’ together with VIN and year to identify parts; it is not automatically the same as a Sonic GP or LC.
50 cc1 cyl.
About this model
About the Aprilia Sonic
The Aprilia Sonic is a sporty-styled 50cc scooter from the 1998–2008 period. The name covers parallel air-cooled and liquid-cooled two-stroke variants with an automatic variator, so a used bike should not be identified from ‘Sonic 50’ alone. The liquid-cooled LC/H2O version has a radiator and coolant circuit, whereas the air-cooled version does not. FT and GP are distinct versions within the same Sonic family.
For everyday moped use the Sonic is compact and straightforward, but many examples have been modified over the years. Check the cylinder capacity, exhaust, variator and restriction for legality and insurability. Buy service parts by VIN and engine/cooling type: AC, LC/H2O, FT and GP are not safe to interchange on model name or year alone. A tidy original scooter with documented maintenance is usually a better buy than a modified Sonic without paperwork.
- Category
- Scooter
- Production
- 1998 – 2008
Before you buy
What to check before buying
- Establish whether it is AC, LC/H2O, FT or GP before ordering parts; check the VIN, radiator and engine type.
- On LC/H2O models, inspect the radiator, hoses, water pump and coolant for leaks, damage and contamination.
- On AC models, inspect cooling fins and air ducting for damage, dirt or missing parts that can cause overheating.
- Test ride it to confirm that the variator engages smoothly, the clutch does not shudder and the belt/rollers have documented maintenance.
- Check that cylinder, exhaust, carburettor and restriction are original and legal; modified 50cc scooters can cause insurance and inspection issues.