Experience 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, […]
Read moreOn the Vespa through the kingdom A road trip is the ultimate dream for many travel lovers and the epitome of freedom, liveliness, experience and spontaneity. Not knowing in the morning where to sleep in the evening or just stopping when the perfect scenery opens up and taking photos. Whether alone and closely connected with […]
Read moreChugging along the Alpine highways toward Italy on a Vespa sounds tempting. If you don’t mind having to look into the exhaust of other two-wheelers on an incline, you can of course also ride a small, i.e. less powerful Vespa. This is then in any case comfortable, because it does not go faster. So the […]
Read moreBye-bye, boring plastic parts! With the new SIP STYLE Parts made of CNC machined aluminum, your Vespa GTS 2023 FL becomes the ultimate eye-catcher. The design is faithfully based on the original component, so that the style of the Vespa is not disturbed. But through the material upgrade to aluminum CNC, compared to conventional plastic, […]
Read moreThe Vespa Road Trip to the Netherlands takes riders to the most beautiful cities of our neighbor and across the vast countryside along the coast. It is a tour without a safety net. There are no escort vehicles. The luggage and if necessary tents as well as tools and spare parts are distributed on individual […]
Read moreOn the Vespa through the kingdom A road trip is the ultimate dream for many travel lovers and the epitome of freedom, liveliness, experience and spontaneity. Not knowing in the morning where to sleep in the evening or just stopping when the perfect scenery opens up and taking photos. Whether alone and closely connected with […]
Read moreAt the latest, when our electric ignition does not work, one thing is certain: the kickstarter can be an extremely useful aid. How do I start the Vespa with a kickstarter? Tip: It can be heard and felt that the piston moves in the cylinder as soon as we depress the start pedal. So far […]
Read moreA first steep ascent of a mountain or even a pass road with a Vespa that is slowing down and whose revs keep dropping. This scenario has been the cause of many a shifting error in the past, which initially makes it impossible to pass the climb in a relaxed manner, as the momentum and […]
Read moreTwo-stroke oil, the elixir of life for all older Vespas. In many cases, the effect of the oil is underestimated, and its absence is usually only noticed when damage has already occurred. The tasks of the two-stroke oil are very simple. The main task of the oil film in the barrel path of the cylinder […]
Read moreThe company Piaggio is nowadays universally known for the success scooter Vespa. The Vespa MP6 (Moto Piaggio 6) prototype was first introduced in 1945. It was designed by aeronautical engineer Corradino D’Ascanio, who had previously worked on aircraft designs for the Italian Air Force. Since he was not really enthusiastic about previous scooters, he wanted […]
Read moreMany roads lead to Rome, as the saying goes. So there are also several methods to set the ignition correctly.We have opted for the most precise and at the same time simplest way.In plain language this means: We can highly recommend the SIP PERFORMANCE ignition, because it is very easy to adjust without flashing, besides […]
Read moreThe operation of conventional carburetors is well tried and tested over decades. Nevertheless, carburetors are hardly ever installed in modern Vespa models and motorcycles in general. The fact that almost all new scooters do without carburetors is no coincidence. The advantages of current injection systems, which are installed across the board, are too great. Initial […]
Read moreIntroduction to the Vespa ET2 and Vespa ET4 Vespa is a legendary scooter brand that has been in production since 1946. The Vespa ET2 and Vespa ET4 models were introduced in 1997 and 2000, respectively, as part of the company’s efforts to modernize and appeal to a wider range of customers. Both scooters have a […]
Read moreFinally, the time has come again! Spring is knocking and we can look forward to warmer temperatures and great rides in the countryside. But that also means the Vespa must be brought back to shape: What work is involved in the spring check? It depends on what happened to our beloved scooter in the winter. […]
Read morePowerful and reliable ignition as an update for classic Vespa models. SIP have managed to gain the assistance of a major European producer, VAPE, to manufacture these high-end ignition systems for our beloved Vespas. The materials, production and construction of the SIP PERFORMANCE ignition systems are of the highest quality. The laser-cut logo is a good indication of […]
Read moreMany Vespa riders know the problem: sitting on a scooter for hours, hands glued to the throttle, hump crooked, arms heavy and legs cramped. During a forced stop at a gas station, the joints crack and the muscles urgently need a little relaxation. Quickly, you start to freeze. Now you could walk up and down […]
Read moreWithout a helmet, riding a Vespa or any other brand of scooter becomes a risk for head injury. Since 1976 there is a helmet obligation in Germany. This applies without alternative also for Vespa drivers. Vespa helmets are functional, influence the look and can express the very personal style. Vespa helmet – safety with style […]
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