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 moreAttention! For all Vespa tuning friends SIP has again something brand new at the start: the racing cylinder 125cc 6 Travasi for the Vespa 50-125/PV/ET3/PK/S/XL/2.High performance 125cc cylinder kit for Vespa smallframe models. The SIP Performance cylinder helps the small Vespas to modern driving performance in the popular displacement class and is now available in […]
Read moreStanding in the garage or at the gas station with a dispensing bottle and gas can to fill up your beloved Vespa – was yesterday. The last series-produced model series with a built-in 2-stroke engine, the Primavera 50, rolled off the production line in 2017.Despite numerous advantages and disadvantages of the two engine types, which […]
Read moreThe new backpack from SIP for Vespa and scooter riders combines functionality and sustainability with its robust, waterproof design.It is made of organic cotton twill and vegan natural cork and offers protection as well as style in any weather and traffic situation. The back, shoulder straps and bottom of the SIP backpack feature premium padding […]
Read moreA Vespa rolls. Everyone probably agrees on that. But when it comes to the question of what makes a Vespa roll, the answer is only clear at first glance. It would be obvious and basically correct to say that the tires are the decisive factor.But the tires alone do not make it happen. In the […]
Read moreThe Vespa 98 – with it began in 1946 the legendary rise of an icon that has continued to this day. It is the first series-produced scooter of the Italian manufacturer Piaggio. The mother of all Vespas, the original Vespa, so to speak, the V 98. A wideframe model based on the prototypes Paperino – […]
Read moreBeing relaxed on a well-built road in bright sunshine with sunglasses on the Vespa is probably one of the best feelings for Vespa riders. Unfortunately, the reality often looks a bit different.Sometimes uneven roads or potholes make the ride more of a slalom course than a relaxing ride. This was already noticed by Corradino D’Ascanio, […]
Read moreHow to get the certificate and what is it needed for? As every Vespa fan knows, there are registration-free machines, such as the 50ccm. Nevertheless, an officially valid traffic sign (license plate) is required. To obtain this, an operating license must be presented. If this is missing, the manufacturer should issue a replacement document. However, […]
Read moreSouth of France: made for a road trip with the Vespa Driving through the South of France with a Vespa means experiencing fragrant lavender fields, shady plane trees, fascinating rock formations, beautiful lakes and historic towns. The South of France is Provence, Languedoc, the Cote d’Azur, the Maritime Alps and the Dauphiné. Each tour is […]
Read moreThe inglorious exit over the front handlebars: a scenario much feared by Vespa riders. In the event of a dangerous situation, the natural reaction is usually to brake hard first. In the case of older Vespa models, this situation poses considerable dangers depending on the speed. If the brakes are applied strongly, both wheels can […]
Read moreSIP has published the popular CURVE magazine for many years, in which Vespa fans learn everything important about the beloved Vespa and of course the SIP Scootershop. Now issue 11 is available! SIP’s customer bulletin CURVE is published annually and provides exciting insights into the Vespa lifestyle and some of the undertakings of the SIP […]
Read moreExperience the diversity of northern France on a Vespa.Marveling at rugged cliffs, listening to thundering waves, feeling the fresh wind on your skin and enjoying a glass of wine in the evening in a picturesque old harbor – this idea alone makes some hearts beat faster. But why rave for long when the destination is […]
Read moreHow do I take my dog safely on the Vespa? If I had not seen it with my own eyes, this would have been strong stuff for me.A medium-sized, black dog was standing in the hatch of a Vespa (between the legs of thePilot), the paws on the handlebars. And he had obviously great fun, […]
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