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 moreWhat a blast: The Vespa Cross Race MATSCHO KARATSCHO on the SIP Scootershop premises was again a complete success! In the days before the race, SIP employees Jesco, Max, Andrea, Steffi and many other helpers were busy with the preparations. Embankments had to be created, soil brought in and excavators worked day and night. Straw […]
Read moreKeeping up with the times and adapting to the ever-changing expectations of a scooter has always been the strength of the Vespa brand. It is not for nothing that the success story has continued uninterrupted for more than 70 years. Developing innovations that, although usually met with rejection at the beginning, after a certain time […]
Read moreOn August 2, 2023, the MEP and chairman of the Junge Union Bayern: Christian Doleschal visited us as part of a summer tour. This included state parliament member Alex Dorow, JU district chairman Marian Cammerer and assessor Lukas Besel. They were guided through the house by Alex and Ralf, the bosses of SIP, and were […]
Read moreThe SIP T5 tachometer is a multi-instrument from SIP PERFORMANCE for Vespa T5 models in the look of the original analog instruments. Since their introduction in 2010, SIP tachometers with speedometer have fundamentally changed the market. Functions that were previously only feasible through the use of numerous additional devices have now been combined in a […]
Read moreThe DSPC carburetor from SIP Performance solves the false air problem of Vespa Smallfame carburetors in combination with modern carburetor technology. We have dealt with the problem of false air on Vespa Smallframe models. It is well known that the factory SHB carburetors are often susceptible to the ingress of false air. This problem is […]
Read moreClutch and shift with one hand? – “Yeah right!” This is certainly how many Vespa riders will answer. This peculiarity is hardly imaginable for people who have never had the pleasure of riding a Vespa. To do two actions literally in the blink of an eye and still accelerate elegantly away from the ice cream […]
Read moreDriver’s licenses in Germany are not exactly obvious at first glance. The answer is indeed not quite simple, not to say complicated. Like everything in Germany that has to be regulated by law, there are various classes for driver’s licenses, which in turn are subdivided into subclasses. There are seven classes in total, identified by […]
Read moreWith the dearest Vespa you always want to have a firm grip on, especially while driving it should be a good hold. For optimal grip and a safe riding experience, SIP has a new range of handy grips for many scooter models ready! Ergonomic. Stylish. Good – The right grip for your Vespa The topic […]
Read moreSitting on an original Vespa at a relaxed 50 km/h and driving towards the sun can be very relaxing on a day with little traffic. However, Vespa riders will know exactly when you are on the road with your Vespa and cars are constantly trying to overtake. Unfortunately, it often does not remain with the […]
Read moreRacing exhaust in series optics, the evolution of the much copied original. With the further development 3.1 there are new options for the SIP Road. The racing exhaust SIP ROAD 3.1 for Vespa 200 Rally/P200E/PX200 E/Lusso/’98/MY/Cosa 200 makes the Vespa ready for any race. The racing exhaust SIP Road 3.0 has been a classic and […]
Read more“The spark plug should be fawn-colored” – this is the rule of thumb in screwdriver circles. This refers to the color of the spark plug after a run. Even if it is not a conclusive characteristic that the engine runs perfectly, it can certainly be concluded that the engine runs neither too lean nor too […]
Read moreTwo iconic brands come together in a limited edition to celebrate a very special anniversary: Vespa presents the Vespa Disney Mickey Mouse Edition. With an image of unique shapes and colors, both brands always keep their finger on the pulse. Vespa celebrates freedom and fun, sharing Disney’s values of storytelling and escapism, making for a […]
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