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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Jockey’s Boxenstop: Welcome to Vespa Paradise!

It is well known that some Vespa workshops are not just “Vespa sheds”, but also deal with other brands such as Lambretta. The following article can therefore be seen as a small excursion into the neighboring scene. There’s no doubt that even die-hard Vespisti will find something to enjoy at Jockey’s Boxenstop, despite the slightly […]

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Tips for buying a used Vespa

Summer is just around the corner and you’ve let another winter go by without building a Vespa scooter from the ground up. If you don’t own a Vespa yet and you’re reading this, you’re probably thinking about the idea of buying a used Vespa. Or you may have just fallen down an internet rabbit hole. […]

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Give your Vespa love, give it break-in time

This goes to all Vespa lovers! You love the Vespa lifestyle?You want to break in your new Vespa, but properly! Well… if you already live it, the Vespa lifestyle, then you should definitely learn why it is so important to break in your scooter properly with love and in peace. Especially when it is still […]

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The Vespa: An alternative for young people

Besides having their own car, the Vespa is a very popular means of transportation among young people. In big cities and in the countryside, Vespas are equally popular because they offer mobility and are cheaper and take up less space than a car. But it all comes down to having the right driver’s license. Here […]

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Origin of the Vespa

“Show me your scooter and I’ll tell you who you are!” La Dolce Vita and the Vespa belong together like lemon trees and the Italian Amalfi Coast. Italy stands for a carefree and happy attitude towards life. The origin of the Vespa leads to sun-drenched and geographically boot-shaped Italy. The “Wasp” was brought to life […]

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Model history: The classic Modern Vespa

The Italian Modern Vespa series once again surprisingly wrote history. In 1996, another important milestone was set in the company’s history and for the friends of the cult scooter. But before that it did not look like it. In the mid-90s, there was a certain standstill in innovation and inventiveness of the Piaggio company. The […]

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