All scooter riders will agree that a tire is round. However, there is much more to know about it. In addition to elementary knowledge, of course, there is also some information that is not absolutely necessary, but nevertheless helpful. The first part of this tire series will provide a brief overview of the different types […]
Read moreIn spring, we were still present on the big world stage at the Vespa World Days 2024 in Pontedera, then we took a big leap to Portugal, to the Algarve. More precisely, to the magical town of Serpa, where the Vespa Club de Lisboa organized its 24th Ibero Vespa. Now we are back in German […]
Read moreAs is so often the case in life, there are also things in our Vespas that are not absolutely necessary for proper use, but nevertheless have a positive effect. There are various ways to benefit from additives. For example, additives can be used in the coolant, in the oil or in the gear oil, depending […]
Read moreWhat do you think of when you hear Portugal?Of course, the white beaches of the Algarve immediately spring to mind. It is known worldwide for its beautiful beaches, plenty of sunshine, good food and drink and, last but not least, a culture that is second to none. Nobody thinks of the Vespa at first. But […]
Read moreIt has now become a rarity for a Vespa to be ridden with its original exhaust. No wonder, because the number of exhaust systems on the market is huge. It goes without saying that the various models have individual advantages and disadvantages and differ in terms of sound and performance. For the best personal purchase […]
Read moreSauba davasaka!That’s what “good day” means in the national language of Sri Lanka, where we are heading in part 3 of our series on vespa cultures around the world.The island nation in the Indian Ocean was a British colony under the name Ceylon until 1972. We leave this popular and more than dreamlike vacation destination […]
Read moreThe new Vespa advent calendar is here!
And with its appearance, all small and bigger fans of the nostalgic brand from Italy are quite excited.
So much has been published about the cult scooter in printed and bound form that it would go absolutely beyond the scope of this article to present it all. This short excursion into the rich reading material section of the Vespa world is therefore intended to provide a small introductory overview with a few selected […]
Read moreDo you ride a scooter? No, a VESPA! This short dialogue leaves no doubt that Vespa riders are proud owners of their two-wheelers. They not only attach importance to safety in road traffic, but also to the appearance of their moped. The fact that a Vespa is a visual highlight probably unites the entire Vespa community. […]
Read moreFor optimal maintenance and good care of a Vespa, special tools should always be available in addition to proper basic equipment. The usual tools are not enough if, for example, a Vespa tuning is due, the engine draws in the wrong air or the ball bearing “sings”. This belongs in every Vespa driver’s basic tool […]
Read moreFor decades, the Vespa has been considered the cult object when it comes to scooters. The reasons for this are many and at the same time understandable. Aesthetic appearance paired with top equipment and the best functionality make the Italian scooter a collector’s item. It goes without saying that a lot of technical and visual […]
Read moreA Vespa is beautiful. And usually beautifully well-behaved. Unlike this one. It is the exact opposite of the elegant, sensual lady from Pontedera, christened “Wasp” by its inventor Enrico Piaggio, in Italian: Vespa.The Custom 10 Inch Terror at a red traffic light in a lurking position appears somehow belligerent. Threatening, stubborn and dangerous. A killer […]
Read moreWhile Vespa riders enjoy the cool breeze on a ride in bright sunshine and hot temperatures, the engine ensures that the Vespa moves at all. The engine performs at its best, especially at high outside temperatures. Without cooling, the engine would quickly overheat. To prevent this, there are two different cooling systems for Vespa engines. […]
Read moreThere aren’t many things more fun to ride than a sleek Vespa! Whether in big city traffic or along a winding panoramic road. Yes, maybe even with the romantic view of Capri and the blue of the Gulf of Naples. On a dream road like the Amalfitana, in the lemon-scented south of Italy! A charming […]
Read moreFor the Vespa Primavera there are some add-on parts that can contribute to the safety and appearance.
Read moreSIP has launched a new racing exhaust Series Pordoi. Everything you need to know here in the article
Read moreMotorbike gloves should be worn on every ride. They protect the hands from the respective weather and from injuries. The draught of air cools the fingers severely. This makes it more difficult to move. The cold fingers accept the impulses from the brain more slowly. As a result, the reaction time of the hands is […]
Read moreThe classic two-piece rim of the older Vespas basically tells the same story as the Vespa itself. Born out of necessity, very practical in design and easy to change. Just as practical as the Vespa was designed with the step-through, the two-piece rims were also designed with practicality in mind. In this day and age, […]
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