You don’t need a university degree to realize that the tires of a scooter have a much smaller contact area with the road surface than car tires, for example. Riding a scooter is correspondingly more dangerous for the rider, their passenger and other road users. As a result, the topic of safety, which is already […]
Read moreWith the hum of engines and the charm of culture, Vespisti take to the streets of Los Angeles. The City of Angels reveals not only its glittering facets, but also a passion for the iconic Vespa lifestyle. But California is just the beginning of our journey through the hearts of the three largest cities in […]
Read moreThe Vespa GTS 2023 models are known for their timeless design and sporty elegance. But sometimes even the best vehicles can benefit from small details to improve their appearance and increase safety at the same time. With this in mind, we present the SIP LED indicators, an ideal solution to emphasize the sporty look of […]
Read moreJoin us on an exciting trip to Thailand, where Ralf, the CEO of SIP Scootershop and passionate Vespa rider, experienced a unique Vespa event. In this exciting travelogue, we immerse ourselves in Bangkok’s vibrant Vespa scene, explore the warm hospitality of Thailand’s Vespa enthusiasts and immerse ourselves in the unforgettable moments of the “Viva la […]
Read moreIn Germany, Vespa enjoys cult status. What about Vespa culture in other countries? All over the world, our Vespa scooter is a recognized, loved and often even revered means of transport. It is considered to be synonymous with scooters par excellence.All of us Vespisti know that this is the case in Germany. But what about […]
Read more“The spark plug should be fawn-colored” – this is the rule of thumb in screwdriver circles. This refers to the color of the spark plug after a run. Even if it is not a conclusive characteristic that the engine runs perfectly, it can certainly be concluded that the engine runs neither too lean nor too […]
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 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 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 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 moreTorque Drive converter from SIP Performance for perfect power transmission of the power. A tuned engine can bring fun and joy, but what good is the best tuned engine if the transmission does not bring the performance to the road? SIP has therefore now released the SIP PERFORMANCE Torque Driver converter for various PIAGGIO engines. […]
Read moreThe accessories market for sports levers for Modern Vespa continues to grow, restrictions in the functional possibilities are almost non-existent. In the abundance of accessories, however, there are only a few brake levers that really represent the ultimate. With the SIP PERFORMANCE sport levers SIP sets a sign and delivers a high-quality brake lever that […]
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 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 […]
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