Maryza, Author at Scooter Center Scooterswhoops blog

Real Deals March 2024

For the Real Deals MarchEdition we go with that Aluminum cylinder from VMC and the Easy Clutch Set for Lambretta straight into the heart of our scooter. While the offer for the latest generation GTS is around the Brake levers and Taillight is expanded.
DMP brings more parts for them Hello and one torque wrench, which should not be missing from our toolbox.

VMC cylinder 135 cc Ø58, stroke=51mm

1-piece exhaust- Vespa PV125, ET3, PK125

VMC has a heart for Vespa 50cc drivers. If you want to be inconspicuous but still powerful, you can now fit a whopping 135ccm under the cylinder hood of the V50/PK50 models. The VMC CP58 (CP for Cuffia Piccola = small hood, 58 = Ø58mm bore diameter) cylinder has the external dimensions of a 50cc cylinder, but is designed for the stroke of the 125cc models. Thanks to the cylinder material aluminum (with hard ceramic coating), the cylinder is still thermally stable.

Easy Clutch Kit Light Pull Clutchp On

Easy Clutch Set for converting a DL / GP engine cover to a clutch pressure mushroom with teeth.
AF Raypeed and UNI Auto released this as a set for all DL / GP engine covers.
The clutch is easier to pull due to the gear ratio on the clutch arm shaft and pressure mushroom.

Real Deals Vespa GTS

Brake lever set Vespa 2023 with Nissin brake system

The deliberately reduced shape is complemented by fine chasing on the lever edges. In addition to the individual custom look, which is particularly evident in the chrome version, they also offer very good grip.

with ABE

Shiny black
Long 165mm: BGM4512GB
Short 130mm BGM4513GB
Long short reach: BGM4514GB

Black Matt
Long 165mm: BGM4512MB
Short 130mm BGM4513MB
Long short reach: BGM4514MB

Tinted taillight

Power1

Frame matt black for Vespa GTS 125-300, GTS Super 125-300, GTV 125-300 (2018-2022)

Saddle round seat post – Ciao

Saddle for Piaggio Ciao with round seat post in A quality.

Torque wrench 1/4” 5-25 Nm

The solid and robust design with 72 teeth has a segmentation of only 5 degrees (1/72 turn). This means that you can work precisely and without moving even in very narrow places with little travel for the ratchet.

12/03/2024/by Maryza

News, Real Deals

Real deals February 2024

We all want only the best parts for our scooters, which is why we present them to you Real Deals February a few very fine parts.

Real Deals Vespa

Vespa Wideframe Manual

Stickys Manual now for Vespa!

After the sneak preview with autograph session in Scooter Center Last Friday, February 02.02.24nd, XNUMX and the world premiere of the book at the Scooterist Meltdown, the manual is now available with everything you need to know and more about Wideframe-Buy engines.'

Mirror Clip On

The manufacturer no longer makes left side mirrors. We therefore recommend getting the mirror now as this could be your last chance.

Oil drain plug

Oil drain plug with cooling fins for additional engine oil cooling.
With cross holes for race-style safety wire.
Made of high-strength, milled aluminum including a new sealing ring.

GP Electronic Lambretta bench

back in stock
Lambretta seat, as it was always originally installed on the Lambretta GP 200 electronic.

Vintage Black: BGMGP200E
Black with white stitching: BGMGP200EV

Exhaust Circuit Twin – Ciao

Sports exhaust system in unpainted race look with twin aluminum silencers.

Mini battery/air compressor

Wireless mini compressor with rechargeable lithium battery.
With digital screen for quick and accurate reading of pressure, selected inflation mode and battery life.

14/02/2024/by Maryza

News

Vespas from Pakistan for Sale!

Oops, we did it again

With the price of scooters in Europe going through the roof, we remembered that we have friends in Pakistan and asked them for a new container of Vespa scooters. Something got lost in translation and the words 'Beautiful'and'restorable' took on a new meaning when the scooters arrived today.

Pakistani Vespas in Germany. Interested?

with documents all pay!!

SOLD

From nice Vespa Sprint Veloce in original paint to some real wrecks, we have received a mixture of scooters, all waiting for new owners. We are currently preparing the paperwork for the legislation and will let you know as soon as we are ready to sell.

Prices will start at 750€ for the shitholes that can only be used for savings up to 2000€ for the beauties with most being sold at around 1200-1500€. Cheap enough to leave enough room for a full shopping basket at your scooter center . All buyers will get a 10% discount on their restoration.

Once upon a time in 2015

2015 - Vespa scooter for sale for restoration
SC BLOG

All you need to know about Vespas from Pakistan

Pakistanis are REAL Scooterists

In the last two decades, motorcycle ownership rates have surged in Pakistan, witnessing a proliferation of locally assembled Chinese and Japanese bikes that now dominate the roads.

But there is still a scene of Italian scooter enthusiasts who organize group rides, and every owner cherishes the memories they associate with their Vespas, some of whom have even inherited them.

There are Vespa clubs around the world and Pakistan is no exception: Vespa Club Pak

A beautiful report with photos that tell more about this story is found in the article: The Vespas Of Pakistan (rferl.org)

source: The Vespas Of Pakistan (rferl.org)

Photo: AKHTAR SOOMRO/ CAREN FIROUZ/ REUTERS

01/02/2024/by Maryza

News, Real Deals

Real deals January 2024

We all want only the best parts for our scooters, which is why we present them to you Real Deals January a few very fine parts. This is about the new one Brake adapter for the Keyless GTS, the STINGWORKS clutch basket Be Giorni. for the Wideframe, which has not been available for a long time Side stand for the Bravo and the Luggage compartment with integrated air filter box for Lambretta.

Real Deals Vespa

bgm brake caliper adapter

240mm brake for GTS 2023

Oversize disc Ø 240mm, adapter bgm PRO for conversion to Ø 240mm brake disc for Vespa GTS 125-300 from 2023 with Nissin brake system

Clutch basket including hub and steel disks

STINGWORKS Be Giorni

Sport clutch STINGWORKS Be Giorni GP for Vespa Wideframe 1953-1959

Ultra-compact CNC clutch with 6 KTM pads.
The coupling was deliberately kept small in size and height.
This means it fits into the Wideframeengines from 1953 to 1959.

Bravo side stand

Finally available again
The side stand used to only be available from Buzzetti and has not been available for a long time, now only from Scooter Center You can buy the side stand for the Bravo models in two versions.

Black: 6661745
Chrome: 6661746

Luggage compartment with integrated air filter box

Lambretta – Serveta Jet 200- steel, unpainted

Real Deals Universal

Contact cleaner

The PUTOLINE Contact Cleaner is a cleaning agent for electrical components.
A special additive prevents corrosion.

25/01/2024/by Maryza

General, News, SC internal

We are closed this Friday 26.01.24/XNUMX/XNUMX for inventory!

Danger! Please note that this Scooter Center Closed for inventory on January 26th, 2024. Telephone hotline and Click & Collect will not be possible on Friday, January 26.01.24th, 29! From Monday, January 2024th, 29.01.2024 we will be back for you! “Click & Collect” orders that fall during this period can unfortunately only be picked up on Monday, January XNUMXth, XNUMX. […]

22/01/2024/by Maryza

General, General, Events, Events

Scooterist Meltdown 2024 – 01-05.02.2024

One of the most important scooter celebrations on this side of the planet will take place in Kalkar from February 1 to 5, 2024, an event celebrating its 10th year and as usual, Scooter Center will be present with a stand and great prizes.

PROGRAM:

The tenth episode of this legendary scooterist weekender in the surreal setting of a former nuclear power plant will be very special – watch this space!

For now, here is some key info:
• 3 TOP live bands from the UK
• 3 niters, 4 floors (Traditional Scooter Sounds, Indie, Live Music Area, Ska Bar)
• International top DJs
• Large Dealers Market & Custom Show
• Horse Power Shoot out
• On-site facilities like bowling alleys, pool tables, bar mile and more!

The weekend package is sold out since month, BUT you can join the show on Saturday for the massive Trade & Customshow and / or the Nighters (without booking the hotel). All details you can find here

The International Custom Show is another highlight! It also takes place on Saturday and the best custom creation will be judged by an International Jury.

This is the link where all your questions will be answered, or at least most:

Fb Meltdown

Meltdown website

Specials at our stand

signing books at Scooter Center Exhibitors

The Complete Spanner's Manual: Vespa Wideframe Engines

By Martin 'Sticky' Round

This will be the first opportunity anyone has to get a copy in the hand. Tracy and Sticky will sign on Friday 3rd at 11am.

Shortfacts -World Premiere at Scooterist Meltdown:

Where? Scooterist Meltdown at Scooter Center stalls
When? Saturday 3rd February 2024 – 11 a.m. – 12 p.m

What? World premiere, signing and selling of the limited hardcover.

Half past the bar

We will have our merchandising to raise for the cause of “at half an hour at the bar”

See you on Saturday the 3rd^rd of February for the ultimate MELTDOWN!

Scooter Center at the Scooterist Meltdown 2023
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19/01/2024/by Maryza

General, General, Events, Events

Meet & Greet – Sticky Book signing at Scooter Center

The 10^th anniversary of the Scooterist Meltdown in Kalkar will bring exciting news to the Vespa world. Sticky will present on Saturday the 3rd^rd of February to the world public brand new The Complete Spanner's Manual for Vespa Wideframe Engines

The day before -Friday, 2^nd of February- there will be the exclusive chance to meet Sticky & Tracy for a sneak preview of the book at Scooter Center. Between 10 and 12 h you have the chance to buy one of the strictly limited hard back covers and have them signed in the shop.

Here you will find all the information of the game changer in the world of Lambretta and now finally Vespa manuals.

Short Facts –Sneak preview @Scooter Center:

Where? Scooter Center
When? Friday 2^nd February of 2024 – 10 a.m. – 12 p.m

What? Sneak preview, signing and selling of the limited hardcover.

Short Facts –World Premiere at Scooterist Meltdown:

Where? Scooterist Meltdown at Scooter Center stalls
When? Saturday 3rd February of 2024 – 11 a.m. – 12 p.m

What? World premiere, signing and selling of the limited hardcover.

The Complete Spanner's Manual: Vespa Wideframe Engines

By Martin 'Sticky' Round

The book contains 210 pages of instructions on how to run, service and repair Wideframes built in Italy (Piaggio), Spain (MotoVespa), France (ACMA), Germany (Hoffmann and Messerschmitt), England (Douglas), Belgium (MISA) and even the illicit copies made in Russia (Vjatka).

Now, with more Wideframe engine parts than ever being remade, and this book in hand, there has never been a better time to revive that old Vespa.

17/01/2024/by Maryza

General, General, Events, Events, Events

Rhine counter Vespa Club Cologne – Old counter 24.-26. May 2024

A good friend of the house: Rhine counter VC Cologne celebrates its tenth anniversary in 2024 and Kris, the president, invites us to a big event!

In 2014, three Vespisti from the Rhineland in the Alps were sitting in their van at night on the way home from the Vespa World Days in Mantova, Italy, and were so enthusiastic about the huge Vespa meeting that they quickly launched a new Vespa Club - the Vespa -Club RheinSchaler Cologne! A club for Vespa enthusiasts from Cologne and the surrounding area.

After ten years The three boys have now become over 100 Vespisti and Scooterists. Colorful, diverse, open, crazy and Rhenish-friendly, people have been meeting on Sundays at 16 p.m. on Cologne's Rudolfplatz since the beginning to chat and plan trips.

Vespa Babbo Rhine switch

Every year at least one longer tour is undertaken together and since the beginning the annual organization of the pre-Christmas Vespa charity campaign has been “Vespa Babbo” has now become a Cologne tradition and is known beyond the city limits.

10 year club anniversary

In 2024 the club will look back on many wonderful years with many tours, meetings and activities and will celebrate this from 24.-26. May 2024 in cooperation with the Motorworld Rhineland at the big anniversary meeting at the historic Butzweilerhof Airport with:

exits
Make decisions
Party
SlowMo Race
Raffle
and come-together!

The Rhine Switches invite all scooter drivers to attend.

For more information visit www.rheinschneider.de/alterschneider

Kris

Facebook Event:

10/01/2024/by Maryza

General, General, Events, Events, Events

Vespa friends Straubing – mulled wine get-together 25.11.2

When it comes to a good cause, celebrations in December have a special meaning, and that's how they met Vespa friends Straubig to the mulled wine regulars' table and Harald talks about it

On November 25.11.2023th, XNUMX they met Vespa friends Straubing in the Hubertushalle in Straubing for our mulled wine get-together.

The occasion was perfect because Raphael Knespel was holding the Vespa parts market in the Hubertushalle at the same time.

After the Vespa parts market, we started with our annual mulled wine get-together for the benefit of the Bettina Bräu Foundation

Around 40 accompanied members helped to make the event a complete success.

In terms of culinary delights, there were plenty of donated Käsekrainer, veal sausages and Iberico pork neck in a roll.

In advance there was of course thematically, mulled wine, punch and mulled wine with a shot.

The remaining excellent catering service took over Stefan Bauer from the Hubertus Hall.

Auction Vespa Friends Straubig

A big highlight of the evening was the auction. Here everyone was waiting for the highlight from SC. Leg protection against the cold was particularly popular.

Markus Tom Rösner emerged as the winner from the bidding battle. Tom was very happy.

The net proceeds from the event are included 750€.

This sum will be transferred to the foundation.

I thank the house Scooter Center for this great commitment.

GLG from Harald

08/01/2024/by Maryza

General

Bye bye 2023, hello 2024!

What a great year!!
At the end of the year, we take a look at 2023. This year we have two Open Days and we were very happy to see you all. And as always, lots of new products...

New products in Scooter Center

If they're not new products, they're evolutions of existing products, but bgm always surprises us with new things

Vespa Classic 2023

D ignition VAPE Touring for all Vespa and Lambretta scooters

BGM CNC brake levers now also with ABE

Clutch cover bgm PRO Superstrong for Vespa Largeframe (PX & Co.) – CNC machined

The new extendable Moto Nostra luggage rack

Our NOS (New old stock) section continues to grow

technique

Our technicians are always guided by their insatiable curiosity and vast knowledge.

bgm Pro Silk Liner

Shift cross bgm Pro SPORT BGM6501L

the bgm Smallframe Gear wheels

Vespa Modern 2023

VESPA GTS 2023 – MATCHING PARTS

The new lighter Vespa GTS/GTV rims from bgm

Drop bar Vespa GTS, Sprint

Lambretta 2023

Lambretta GP 200 electronic seat by bgm PRO

Lambretta rear shocker bgm PRO V3 by Rob Gray

Simonini Lambretta Engine Mini Evo2

LAMBRETTA TOOL FOR THE LI FAMILY

Something with horns today!

Happy 10th anniversary bgm PRO RT Lambretta cylinder kits

Refueling made easy with the Lambretta!

Lui, junior 2023

New electronic ignition for the Lambretta lui & Junior series from Vape!

Lambretta lui / vega 75 exhaust finally available as a repro!

New CASA LAMBRETTA 80cc cylinder for lui and J50 replaces the 75cc X3

Moped 2023

Everything for your moped

#Real Scooterists

Ilario Lavarra – the longest journey ever on a Vespa

A Royal Alloy story by one Real Scooterist – Elmer-

Vespa crazy riders – a Real Scooterist from Italy

Julius Nagy – Real Scooterist family style

Events

Two #OpenDaySC :D

and here a look at all events of the year, which we have participated in, starting with our Open Days. We never tire of seeing photos and videos and remembering the beautiful moments we had with you.

but also events where we saw the new scooters at Eicma, events where we shared the joy of the “moped” scene and ride outs in fantastic places…

Open Day September 2023

Open Day April 2023

Vespa World Days 2023

EICMA 2023

Scooterists Meltdown 2022

Reviews

Marc Collins, Harald and Markus put some bags to the test

a well-equipped Vespa

**Ideas for the next tours or the (roller) bag original in the Lambretta endurance and practical test**

To an exciting 2024 together!
Your Scooter Center Team

27/12/2023/by Maryza

News, Real Deals

Real Deals December 2023

Im Real Deals December let's start the winter projects with this bgm --Wheel shaft dismantling tool Front wheel and the indispensable Front gripper, or we can use our scooters under one this season Cover to store. For the Lambretta we can rely on Stuart Owen books Let us inspire you and we are introducing the new one for the GTS Vario cover .
And all of this while we look at the 2024 calendar with the most important dates in the scene and the scooters of the #realscooterists participants at the #OpenDaySC

Real Deals Garage

Front wheel wheel shaft dismantling tool

Wheel shaft front wheel dismantling tool perfect for our projects in winter

Knipex front gripper

If the plan for this winter is to spend some time with our scooter, we can't miss this front gripper

Tarpaulin – folding garage

In order to better care for our scooters, we can store them under a scooter cover this season.

Vario lid cover – Moto Nostra

The perfect gift for our GTS, this Christmas it will be the Vario cover from Motonostra

Real Deals Lambretta

Lambretta – books

Get inspired by Stuart Owen's books.

Cylinder Lui, Vega, Cometa

diagram

In addition to the ONE35 with 135 cc displacement, CASA PERFORMANCE also offers the ONE05 cylinder. Both cylinders are aluminum cylinders with Nikasil coating. The inlet is via a 4-flap membrane. The two main transfers are supported by two secondary transfers. The outlet channel is in one piece.

The main difference between the two kits is that the ONE05 can be used with the standard 44mm stroke that all 50cc and 75cc engines have.
In the 50 cc engines, the crankshaft has a smaller crank web width and a racing crankshaft is highly recommended for these engines.
The ONE35 kit requires a crankshaft with 48 mm stroke, as installed in the Cento and J125. And then also the correspondingly longer cylinder studs and a Cento, J125 or CASA PERFORMANCE cylinder cover.

Calendar SC 2024

SC Scooter Calendar 2024. This year the stars are the #RealScooterists. #Vespas, #Lambrettas, #Ciaos

This year the stars of the SC calendar are the RealScooterists.
Vespas, Lambrettas, Ciaos, Mopeds and Automatics that took part in our #openDaySC23.

In our calendar you will find the most important dates in our scene marked ;)

And only in December you get the calendar for free with a purchase over €99!

12/12/2023/by Maryza

General, General, Events, Events, Events

VespaBabbo Vespa Club Rhine Switch Cologne

The has been organizing since 2014 Vespa Club RheinSchalter Cologne the so-called Vespa Babbo. A tradition from Italy in which Vespisti dress up in Christmas outfits and with decorated Vespas to spread Christmas magic in cities and towns while also handing out small gifts and collecting donations for charitable causes.

This year the Cologne VespaBabbo took place for the 10th time. At the same time, this year's VespaBabbo anniversary heralds the club's anniversary in 2024. The Vespa Club Rhein Schalter was founded in 2014 by three friends on their way back through the Alps from the Vespa World Days in Mantova (IT) and now has around 100 members in Cologne and the surrounding area.

VespaBabbo prices

For a donation there was a Christmas package consisting of a bag, chocolate lice, SC stickers and a ticket for the raffle. You had the chance to win one of 23 prizes, which were awarded by, among others Scooter Center, Cologne Industries, Cologne schnapps from jörg's wine shop and some club members were sponsored.

In addition, there were 3 special prizes awarded by the club's executive committee:
1. For the most beautifully decorated Vespa
2. For the most unusual costume.
3. For the best combination (best costume and most beautiful Vespa)

Most creative costume and best combination

And since we sell accessories, we decided to stay true to that concept and dress up as Christmas accessories, which earned us the Best Costume award. ;)

Best decorated scooter

This Vespa, which, judging by its license plate, came from Monschau, was the sensation of the whole event and understandably won the prize for the most beautifully decorated Vespa.

Donate

The Cologne VespaBabbo collected around 1.000 EUR for all participants, this time from the Cologne club Association for bittersweet Cologne eV., will benefit. Zartbitter campaigns against sexual abuse of boys and girls.

Have fun and spread pre-Christmas cheer in the city!

Around 80 classic scooters took part in this Switch Edition tour, including two Apes who accompanied us. The route was organized so that the group covered the most important Christmas markets. And thanks to the donation, each Vespa received a bag of chocolate Santas to spread sweet Christmas cheer along the route.

We would like to thank the VC Rheinwechsel for allowing us to be part of this fun and great campaign.
St. Nicholas Day trips like this have inspired many clubs and we look forward to taking part in the “Moped X-Mas Tour” to participate.

Info: Piaggio Club Leverkusen

04/12/2023/by Maryza

General, News

SCWEEK23 – From November 17.11th – November 27.11th save!

With big steps we are approaching our "Red Friday" - from 25.11. until 27.11

11.11 wasn't enough fun for us ;)

The long-awaited discount season is here and yours Scooter Center is in.
We have SC WEEK 23, 11 days (17-27.11.2023) With 11% discount on all products for our two-wheelers.

Simply in the “voucher code” field in the shopping cart SCWEEK23 Enter and you will receive your discount!
*Only valid for end users. Cannot be combined with other discounts and promotions.

Look forward to ours too Super Sale with great discounts from Up to 50%, and do not forget: From 99 Euro throughout Germany free postage!

20/11/2023/by Maryza

Modern Vespa, News, News, Vespa

Drop bar Vespa GTS, Sprint

The customization of scooters has taken over the scene, and if you are looking for the ultimate custom touch for your Vespa Sprint or Primavera, you will find it with the drop bar handlebars from MOTO NOSTRA.

With a 15° inclination, our current dropbar handlebar lies exactly between sport and touring.
All original add-on parts fit in or on the included handlebar covers.
The handlebar end weights are also installed in the same way as the original.
This means that the popular handlebar end mirrors can also be installed without any problems.

An upgrade in style:

The true charm of the dropbar handlebars unfolds on the road. The new handlebar shape not only gives an impressive appearance, but also improves the riding position and handling. Every curve becomes a sensual experience and the ride becomes an expression of personal style.

Pictures from m.58moto

Pictures from IG: vespantat_sg

Images from pinterest

What about the GTS series?

The MOTO NOSTRA dropbar handlebar is not only a stylish option for the Vespa Sprint, but also opens the door for future GTS custom projects.

This idea has been floating around in our heads since we introduced our Vespa GTS demonstrator five years ago.

We are now taking on the challenge of developing a drop bar handlebar that meets the legal standards for public road traffic.

We already have a first sample and the next step is to develop a second sample or prototype in order to incorporate the final ideas and improvements into the series.

Wouldn't a dropbar handlebar be the missing piece of the puzzle to give your GTS an individual touch?

We are looking forward to your thoughts and opinions on the MOTO NOSTRA drop bar for the Vespa GTS!

15/11/2023/by Maryza

News, Real Deals

Real Deals November 2023

In Real Deals November We present great classics: the indicator for the Vespa PK, the classic seat for the Lambretta, a drop bar for the modern Vespa Sprint, DMP also brings several products for mopeds into the shop and Malossi takes care of the maxi scooters with a selection of cylinders.

Real Deals Vespa

Indicator lens set PK

Drop bar sprint

With a 15° inclination, our current dropbar handlebar lies exactly between sport and touring.
All original add-on parts fit in or on the included handlebar covers.
The handlebar end weights are also installed in the same way as the original.
This means that the popular handlebar end mirrors can also be installed without any problems.

BLOG
Dropbar Sprint Modern

Lambretta – GP200 Electronic seat

Lambretta seat, as it was always originally installed on the Lambretta GP 200 electronic. On the English market the dl 200 was advertised as the GP 200 and was given its own bench in England. This is characterized by a special waffle pattern on the flanks and quilting on the top.

The frame is also special and slightly extended in the rear area.

The seat can be installed on all models of the Li family.

BLOG
GP 200 electronic seat by bgm PRO

Maxi scooter – Malossi cylinder

CL: The water-cooled Malossi is THE cylinder for all large LC engines from Piaggio. Significant increase in performance despite the slightly smaller displacement on the 180 engines. M3111139 (without cylinder head) and M3111140
AC: The Malossi offers a considerable increase in displacement, which not only increases the power but also significantly increases the torque. : M318236 (without cylinder head), and M318237

November - New brand DMP

Since 1997, the Dutch accessories and spare parts specialist has been developing and producing high-quality spare parts for mopeds and scooters, for which the vehicle manufacturer has often stopped supplying spare parts.

Moped DMP parts
Engine bolt Boxer-Citta-EC1

13/11/2023/by Maryza

General, General, News, News, News, News, News, News

Ilario Lavarra – the longest journey ever on a Vespa

“210.000 km and 100 countries made (by now) by VESPA since September 2017 NON STOP”. This is how the social media of Ilario Lavarra welcomes all the Vespa fanatics who dream of long-distance trips. But long-distance here gets another huge meaning, briefly explained: The entire world!!!

He celebrated the 100th country of his journey on October 2023, and sent us this beautiful postcard, so we wanted to pay tribute to him by telling a little of the story of a #RealScooterist, in this case: the traveler! ;)

“To my friends from SC, who are supporting this Grand Tour around the world on a Vespa! A big hug from this incredible country, my #100 non-stop”

Ilario Lavarra

"First" long trip

"21 Americhe" - solo trip on an old vespa-

How do we meet Ilario?

As thousands of kilometers turn out to be thousands of friends, and I was one of the lucky ones to cross his path :)

Back in 2010, when he was on the middle of his journey: “21 Americans” on a 40-year-old Vespa (Fast Sprint), 82.000 kilometers from the Arctic to the Antarctic and back (here the video). He entered Colombian territory, and for us, he was one of the first travelers that visited us. As it usually happens, we all gathered to hear the countless stories that he accumulated along with his kilometers and our friendship was set.

7 years later, was my turn to make a bigger Vespa trip, unfortunately not in my Vespertine (my PX over there). But thanks to him, we rode through Modena, Bologna, Verona, and Rome. That's how I knew his plans for a new trip, but this time a “little farther”…

Current trip

"Le Grand Tour'" - The longest journey ever on a Vespa

“Le Grand Tour" was the name given to the educational journey that became fashionable in the late 17th century. An excellent name if you ask me, because there is no better way to know the world but to experience it! and he describes it perfectly like this:

“It is a personal journey of knowledge across cultures and latitudes. And this knowledge makes me happy.”

He is now in the 2/3 part of the trip. Europe and Africa is already done! and now he finds in Bhutan, the country number 100 as part of the Asia and Oceania phase, later he will repeat America.

The Vespa chosen could not be another of course that a Granturismo, the GT 1968 with the name: Ardimentosa

here the video of his Vespa GT

The first 100.000 km

and as in a small summary of his 100 thousand km, ilario tells us the wonders he has seen:

“I love this Vespa, called Ardimentosa, which is gliding over the world meter by meter. Slowly, joyfully. And me with her. On the icy Scandinavian tundra with the aurora borealis lights. On the autumn warmth of the African deserts of Western Saharan. On the dirt roads of Bissau and Conakry. On the Atlantic coast to Nigeria. On the Cameroon war and the rainforests of Gabon and the two Congos. On the colors of Namibia's deserts and on the reefs of South Africa. On the burned savannahs of the eastern part, on the villages of huts and on the banana plantations of the thousand hills. On the warm silences of lava stone of the Horn of Africa, on the Coptic monasteries, on the pyramids. On the fairy chimneys and on the peaks to almost 5000 meters of Central Asia. On the snow of the kingdom of Persia and now on the gulf in front of the Arabian peninsula. One hundred thousand kilometers. Ole!”

Hilary

A new chapter - INDIA

At that time, in India, Ilario was informed that Scooter Center was there some time ago making some buying for his ONGOING section and when some engine problems arose, he did not doubt to reach us. But what a surprise for both of us when I received his email, because he didn't know that I work here.

He has a philosophy of no sponsors, so he can travel free, but we responded, not as sponsors, but as partners, and the best way we can contribute to fulfilling his dream is with the parts he needs.

In the middle of the Indian jungle he sends me a message, tired of the hard trip:

“I am preparing to cross Tibet, I will leave from Nepal to get to Laos. As Tibet is a Chinese problem area, it will take me some time to get my visa.
In Tibet I will be driving for a week at about 5000m altitude, probably October/November.
The Chinese authorities want winter tires, compulsory in winter in Tibet.”

So we send him some other parts in need:

Tire -IRC SN26 Urban Snow

intake manifold

Mounting set for carburettor

reed valve below SI carburettor

Pickup

Steering set

And believe me, India is not big, it is huge!!! INDIA IS A WORLD, the country with such a diversity and density of cultural, religious, ethnic, geographical aspects, etc. which in another country is IMPOSSIBLE to find. From Ladakh in the heart of the Himalayas at 8000m high, to the Buddhist Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim so close to Tibet, East India and its tribals with bamboo villages among mountains difficult to reach (that already seems to be in East Asia), to the Sickh Punjab and the infinite super populated plain of the Ganges, to the rural and the fascinating rural Hindu States of central India, and then the Muslim majority regions near Pakistan or Bangladesh, up to the high tea plantations of the Christian Kerala, to finally jump into the southern apex which is Kanyakumari. An infinite puzzle with billions of pieces different from each other, to enjoy one by one. Slowly.

We wish him the best of luck, although we know that he is surrounded by it thanks to the magic of the Vespa, his charisma and his wonderful story.

He will keep us updated on his journey. In the meantime you can catch up on his story with his videos and posts, which are not only amazing, but also entertaining.

you'll find the latest news of his trip on his website: Vespanda.com

and his Instagram: @vespanda_ilario.lavarra
and facebook: wasp

13/11/2023/by Maryza

News

EICMA 2023

EICMA 2023 VESPA

Vespa always puts on a colorful and well-done trade fair appearance. The new colors for GTS, Primavera and Sprint fit the picture well. Which can also be customized with a number of decors and color and finish details in the Vespa configurator.

Overall, Piaggio's Centro Stile didn't let up and worked hard on the finish, introduced new materials and tinkered with the details. Especially with the Vespa Primavera and Vespa Sprint S models. Quite obviously on the steering head, which has new handles as well as new switches. The inside of the leg shield is now much easier on the eyes.

The Vespa Primavera comes with a new logo on the fender, so it will be interesting to see whether this catches on.

The tech version of the Primavera also features the keyless start system and the TFT instruments through which the functions of the Vespa MIA multimedia platform can be controlled. In the other versions, the analogue/digital speedometer has also been redesigned and equipped with LED lighting.

Vespa Primavera and Vespa Sprint S are available with state-of-the-art Euro 5+ engines with 50, 125 and 150 cc displacements with three-valve control and electronic injection.

The Vespa Elettrica will be replaced by the electric versions of the Vespa Primavera and Vespa Sprint S. The range is given as 125 km in Eco mode and there is a 45 km/h and a 75 km/h variant.

The new rims are also interesting.

It will be exciting to see whether Vespa has any news up its sleeve that will be presented at the Vespa World Days 2024 in Pontedera.

Pinasco

Andrea Pinasco sold the traditional company to Betella in 1999, but they continue the tradition convincingly. Traditionally, there is a colorful array of new products here every year. Like the PX cylinder with the new and popular displacement class of 244/252 cc. Although the one from last year doesn't seem entirely unfamiliar to us.

Pinasco PX 260cc

seems to be the prototype from last year

Pinasco Smallframe

PinascoSmallframe-Twin rotary intake

Pinasco 100cc for Vespa Smallframe PK v50

Pinasco Vespa Smallframe Racing Shot clutch

PinascoSmallframe-251cc

Pinasco Ciao

New Parmakit cylinder prototype for Smallframe

Parmakit teases everyone Smallframe Driver with a promising cylinder. The GT PROTO 23 comes with a 60 mm bore and 53 mm displacement to 150 cc. And the channel areas are larger than some boreholes.

Tax ID No.

CIF is the abbreviation for Costruzioni Ingranaggi Ferrigno. Here you can find everything from shock absorbers, engine and transmission parts, sheet metal parts, lettering, electrical components right down to the smallest screw. The program was further expanded and refined and we were pleased to visit the traditional Milanese company.

POLINI

Another traditional company that offers excellent quality tuning parts for all scooters and mopeds. From the classic to the modern Vespa and here again the ever-popular Ciao theme.

POLINI Modern

GTS

Primavera Modern

Polini Smallframe

Special

Polini 133cc Smallframe

Polini Evolution Smallframe

PX 200

PX200 – Polini cylinder kit alloy nicasil

PX200 cast iron cylinder kit fitted

CIAO Polini

Ciao evolution

SI

Polini ignition system ciao

Polini ciao – engine transmission parts

Polini Ciao – engine transmission parts

Polini Ciao Engine

MALOSSI

In terms of cult factor, Ciao has been catching up a lot in recent years. And many of the big tuning companies are also joining in on the fun.

CIAO Malossi

Transmission

Complete overrange gear set

LAMBRETT

Lambretta Elettra

Very futuristic design that will definitely bring tears to some people's eyes.

Lambretta 2024

Here our friends from Casa performance contributed and gave the new Lambretta a befitting @bgm chassis.

SEBAC

Here the focus is on standard and simple sports shock absorbers. Nice to see two Lambretta parts.

AND MUCH MORE AT EICMA 2023...

Uma Racing

Yamaha racers

Italjet 300

09/11/2023/by Maryza

General, General, Events, Events, Events

Lambretta Club Modena – “Lambretta & Extra Oil – Capitolo VIII”

On Saturday September 30th the Lambretta Club Modena at its annual event –Lambretta & Extra Oil - Chapter VIII recorded a record number of visitors: over 170 scooters!!

Luca had us during his visit Scooter Center We were told about this great event on the way to Lincoln, so we were immediately encouraged to take part.

We would like to thank Luca for the photos and wish you many more successful events in the future.

You can find more information here: Facebook Lambretta Club Modena

25/10/2023/by Maryza

General, General, Events, Events, Events, News, News, News, News, News

Vespa Club Lörrach Black Forest II

We congratulate that Vespa Club Loerrach Happy 70th anniversary! A club full of Vespa history and stories that has helped shape the German Vespa scene.

The club celebrated the festivities - how could it be otherwise - with an outing. On October 7th we drove over 1946 km through the beautiful and breathtaking Black Forest with tubular handlebar / Faro Basso models built between 1958 and 300

You can find more information here: Website VC Lörrach

We look forward to the next 7 decades!

20/10/2023/by Maryza

News, Real Deals

Real Deals October 2023

REAL DEALS October is our monthly selection! In this edition the grows bgm tire family further, we are expanding our portfolio for 4t and 2t scooters, we are presenting new indispensable ones Tools for Lambrettas and Vespas and the distinctive saddle bag for Ciao in new colors.

#bgmreifen 300-10 tubeless

The bgm PRO tire family now launches the 300-10 for tubeless tires.

Work stand

Easy to use, practical and the perfect size to carry in the glove compartment.

Real Deals Lambretta & Ciao

fork spring compressor

Finally a spring compressor that is completely easy to use on its own.
Simply protect the area of the fork where the compressor is to be mounted from damage with rubber or adhesive tape, position the compressor and compress the fork spring using the nut (SW 17).

BLOG
LAMBRETTA TOOL FOR THE LI FAMILY

Saddlebag Ciao

Beautiful saddle bag from Moto Nostra - available in many colors!

BLOG
configurator Ciao saddlebags

AUTOMATIC 2023

Shock absorber mount MIZU

With both feet on the ground! With our MIZU rear lowering you can get your scooter to a seat height that is optimal for you. This means more driving fun and more safety for you - because driving is only really fun when you have the right stance!

GT, GTS, GTV 125-300cc
Primavera, Sprint 125-150cc

101 octanes

101 Octane spare parts are a very good and, above all, inexpensive alternative to the more expensive original parts. The large selection Scooterteile offers spare parts and accessories for many modern automatic scooter, in particular these are vehicles with 139QMB, 139QMA, GY6, 1E40QMB or 1PE40QMB, Piaggio or Minarelli engines.

19/10/2023/by Maryza

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EICMA 2023 VESPA

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Pinasco PX 260cc

Pinasco Smallframe

Pinasco Ciao

New Parmakit cylinder prototype for Smallframe

Tax ID No.

POLINI

POLINI Modern

Polini Smallframe

PX 200

CIAO Polini

MALOSSI

CIAO Malossi

LAMBRETT

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Lambretta 2024

SEBAC

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