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Scootering classics: Vespa Tech

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16th January 2019

Having spent a considerable amount of time bringing the little Vespa PX125 up to scratch, we thought that it would be a good ‘engine proving’ test to send Stan out on a short test ride to Germany. Here’s what he has to say on the matter… Enter the Stan-man In the Vespa Tech series Dan…
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Scootering classics: Vespa Tuning – part 11

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31st December 2018

The epic feature continues. With last month’s Polini kit feature behind us, it’s time to take a look at how adding the matching Polini exhaust alters performance. THE EXHAUST Last month we did a simple ‘bolt on’ job, moving from a completely standard P2 lump and fitting a Polini 210 kit. This resulted in…
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Scootering classics: Cable replacement

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24th December 2018

In the last edition we looked at the Lambretta brake system in general. This month we will look at cable issues with both the front and back brake. As long as there is a cable fitted the brake should work, however quite often because of improper routing or maintenance the brake is not as efficient…
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Scootering classics: Scootering words & sounds – August 2017

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17th December 2018

Major Lance Ain’t No Soul (In These Old Shoes) – The Complete OKeh Recordings 1963-67 (RPM) One of the greatest names of the Northern Soul scene, Major Lance’s records have long been a fixed item on many a scooterists DJ’s playlist. Although recording for many labels across his career, his best work was recorded at…
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Scootering classics: Lambretta Clubman dyno test series – part 3

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14th December 2018

With parts 1 & 2 behind us, the mammoth task of testing and comparing exhausts continues for Darrell Taylor, now looking at what have become known as the ‘Super Clubmans’. Each has a stunning name and/or reputation behind it, but how do they measure up when put to the test? TESTING REGIME RECAP With so…
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Scootering classics: Lambretta Clubman dyno test series – part 2

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16th November 2018

Last month we embarked upon the start of a series of dyno testing articles, covering the clubman style exhaust systems that are available for the Lambretta models. This month we move on to Part 2 of the series, to look at more of the available contenders… Testing regime re-cap With so many kits on the…
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Scootering classics: Vespa tuning – part 10

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9th November 2018

With a heap of tuning and upgrade products for various Vespa machines in our garage, we intend to fit and analyse them over the coming months. With last month’s tubeless rims and BGM clutches feature behind us, it’s time to take a look at the Polini 210 kit… Last year Stan’s trusty P2, which had…
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Scootering classics: Braking issues

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8th November 2018

Lambretta brakes have always been a bit of a conundrum. Sometimes they work well doing the job they are designed for but sometimes they don’t which can be worrying to say the least when trying to stop! Stu Owen guides us through the do’s and don’ts… There are many issues that can affect a brake’s…
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VESPA ELETTRICA ARRIVES ON THE MARKET

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3rd November 2018

The Vespa Elettrica uses a power unit which delivers continuous power of 3.5 kW and peak power of 4 kW: values that, combined with a torque of over 200 Nm, provide claimed performance superior to that of a traditional 50 cc scooter, especially in terms of acceleration and uphill power that benefits from the typical quick output…
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NEWS: Vespa GTS power, style and technical updates for latest models…

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3rd November 2018

The Vespa flagship model receives power, technical and style updates. The new 300hpe engine promises to deliver more than 23hp (at the crank) as the ‘SuperTech’ version makes its debut, with new instrument cluster and integrated Nav-system. For 2019, the entire Vespa GTS range is further improved, with a series of updates to boost performance,…
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