The Vespa GTS 300

The Vespa GTS has been a coveted member of Piaggio’s Italian Vespa family since 2005. The engine The 300cc engine pushes very hard, especially at low revs. Good agility, the GTS has plenty of steering and manoeuvres in tight spaces. The brakes are secure, the seating position is comfortable and there is plenty of room […]

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What Vespa museums are there in Europe?

The Vespa is probably the most popular and best known type of scooter. Artists even developed photo series with Vespas in the 60s under the direction of Eberhard Bosslet. So it is also not surprising that there are entire museums dedicated to the scooter and its history. Vespa museums in Europe There are Vespa museums […]

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Vespa Clubs – Experience the Italian way of life together!

Italy, for many people a country of longing. The Italian attitude to life – dolce vita – makes many people dream of Italy. In addition to world-famous culinary specialties such as pizza or pasta, one brand is particularly associated with Italy: Vespa. The Vespa as the typical Italian means of transportation, which can give us […]

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Is the ban on classic scooters coming?

Great concern gripped some of Germany’s car owners after 22 May 2021. The owners of classic cars feared that their driving licence could be revoked. The outrage was triggered by a new law passed by the German Bundestag. This resolution took place on 21 May on the printed matter 432/21: “Fourth law amending the Road […]

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John Silva – With the Vespa through South America

John Silva, a keen photographer and adventurer, is pursuing a dream – his dream. Silva wants to explore the whole world, with all its people, leaving nothing out. He finds their diverse lifestyles particularly interesting, the environment in which they live and, of course, all the stories they have to tell. Like other great explorers, […]

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Advantages and disadvantages of powder coating a Vespa

In contrast to classic wet painting, when powder coating a Vespa, electrostatically charged plastic powder is sprayed onto conductive metals and thus adheres. These metals include steel, sheet metal and aluminium, such as vehicle frames or wheel rims. If you then heat the powder to 150 to 200 degrees, it melts and cross-links to form […]

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The Primavera – a Vespa that is second to none!

Distinctive style and timeless design: 50 years after its introduction, the Vespa Primavera 125 is still a timeless classic. The Vespa Primavera Loved, hated, “re-read” and re-interpreted – 1968 remains a turning point and a year of great change. A real cultural turning point that profoundly shaped the development of society in the Western world. […]

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Gift ideas around the Vespa

It all began with the Vespa 98, which was launched in 1946 under the nickname “Paperino” (Italian for “little duck”).Even today, all the models still enjoy great popularity and are now considered cult objects, as owners live out their personal “dolce vita” with them.But now the question arises as to which Vespa gifts are suitable […]

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75 years of Vespa

75 years ago, exactly on April 23, 1946, the Vespa was registered for patent. This marked the beginning of a real success story and a design icon was born. This invention was one of the first globalization products. Since then, the Vespa has changed the streets and cities around the world. It stands as an […]

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Classic since 1967: Vespa Primavera – The picnic version!

The world-famous Vespa Primavera has been around since 1967. In recent years, Piaggio has brought its classic scooter onto the market again and again with new designs and add-on parts. To enjoy the scooter summer and the Vespa lifestyle in particular, we have the ultimate eye-catcher. There are various add-on parts specially made for the […]

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Driving Vespa at 15 years

The AM driving license, also known as the moped license or 50ccm license, can now be obtained in several German states from the age of 15. With the AM class, mopeds and four-wheeled light motor vehicles can be driven at speeds of up to 45 km/h. The “Moped mit 15” model project is underway in […]

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Probably the most famous movie prop in the world

Italy without Vespas – unimaginable. This was probably also the opinion of director William Wyler when he staged the Hollywood hit “Roman Holiday” with Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck around 70 years ago. In 1953 at least the two actors were the first in a long line of world-famous actors and actresses to be filmed […]

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