The 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 moreThe Vespa, the flagship of the traditional Piaggio company, is a classic among scooter types and proves this at all times. Its good reputation and name have been enhanced for decades by an active fan base, and buying the quietly humming wasp is all about riding fun for the young and young-at-heart target audience. All […]
Read moreLuggage should be transported safely and dryly on the Vespa. Of course, our two-wheeler does not offer too much storage space, and some models (below) have no luggage compartment as standard, and therefore no storage space: How can more storage space be created? We retrofit or extend the existing storage space with the particularly popular […]
Read moreAll Vespa riders are probably familiar with the feeling of riding over an uneven surface where the rigid frame has hardly any cushioning. In the “worst case”, this can even lead to the nightmare of all Vespisti, the deformation in the frame known colloquially as a “wave”. This very specific weak point on all older […]
Read moreAfter the first part on the ignition systems of Vespas “Lightning without Thunder – The Vespa Ignition system“ dealt with basic topics such as how they work and how to check or replace them, the following part will deal with the conversion from 6-volt ignitions to 12-volt ignitions. More precisely or technically correct, it is […]
Read moreWhether kickstarter or purely electronic ignition, the ignition of a Vespa is a central element without which starting would not be possible. The issue of ignitions is particularly well known in older models, where the factory-fitted 6 volt ignitions often do not work reliably. It is therefore advisable to convert to a modern 12 volt […]
Read moreRiding a Vespa should be made for anyone and everyone, no matter how tall or short. However, some people with smaller body size have problems to touch the ground safely and comfortably when standing. Fortunately, there is a practical solution for this: a rear lowering! Technical data for the height reducer kit The product is […]
Read moreKeeping up with the times and adapting to the ever-changing expectations of a scooter has always been the strength of the Vespa brand. It is not for nothing that the success story has continued uninterrupted for more than 70 years. Developing innovations that, although usually met with rejection at the beginning, after a certain time […]
Read moreThe SIP T5 tachometer is a multi-instrument from SIP PERFORMANCE for Vespa T5 models in the look of the original analog instruments. Since their introduction in 2010, SIP tachometers with speedometer have fundamentally changed the market. Functions that were previously only feasible through the use of numerous additional devices have now been combined in a […]
Read moreThe DSPC carburetor from SIP Performance solves the false air problem of Vespa Smallfame carburetors in combination with modern carburetor technology. We have dealt with the problem of false air on Vespa Smallframe models. It is well known that the factory SHB carburetors are often susceptible to the ingress of false air. This problem is […]
Read moreClutch and shift with one hand? – “Yeah right!” This is certainly how many Vespa riders will answer. This peculiarity is hardly imaginable for people who have never had the pleasure of riding a Vespa. To do two actions literally in the blink of an eye and still accelerate elegantly away from the ice cream […]
Read moreSitting on an original Vespa at a relaxed 50 km/h and driving towards the sun can be very relaxing on a day with little traffic. However, Vespa riders will know exactly when you are on the road with your Vespa and cars are constantly trying to overtake. Unfortunately, it often does not remain with the […]
Read moreRacing exhaust in series optics, the evolution of the much copied original. With the further development 3.1 there are new options for the SIP Road. The racing exhaust SIP ROAD 3.1 for Vespa 200 Rally/P200E/PX200 E/Lusso/’98/MY/Cosa 200 makes the Vespa ready for any race. The racing exhaust SIP Road 3.0 has been a classic and […]
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 moreStanding in the garage or at the gas station with a dispensing bottle and gas can to fill up your beloved Vespa – was yesterday. The last series-produced model series with a built-in 2-stroke engine, the Primavera 50, rolled off the production line in 2017.Despite numerous advantages and disadvantages of the two engine types, which […]
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, […]
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