Festive Vespa gifts for young and old
We have put together a selection of great gift ideas that will delight both Vespa fans and the next generation.
Read moreSauba davasaka!That’s what “good day” means in the national language of Sri Lanka, where we are heading in part 3 of our series on vespa cultures around the world.The island nation in the Indian Ocean was a British colony under the name Ceylon until 1972. We leave this popular and more than dreamlike vacation destination […]
Read moreA Vespa trip that re-explores the world and its possibilities – this is the story of Fahad Almutawa, the 38-year-old President of the Vespa Club Kuwait. He embarked on a remarkable journey from Kuwait to Germany on his yellow Vespa GTS 300. Supported by around 100 members of the Vespa Club Kuwait, Fahad set off […]
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 moreThey don’t smell of fuel, they don’t smoke, they don’t make any noise and they don’t need a parking space. They are simply beautiful to look at. These are Vespa models in small format for the shelf. They can be made of wood, metal, injection molding, ivory or a mixture of various materials. And they […]
Read moreThe designers from Pontedera are always good for a surprise. This was also the case in 1972, when the previous Rally 180 was replaced by the Rally Electronic 200, VSE1T. This model was not just a scooter, but a way of life, rock ‘n’ roll on two wheels, so to speak. As a further development […]
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 moreOur two-wheeler, the Vespa scooter, is literally crying out for a new seat because the cover looks pretty worn over the years. And then there’s the long, ugly tear. Not only is it ugly and immediately catches the eye, but it also reliably transfers moisture to the foam padding. This doesn’t hesitate for long and […]
Read moreThe seat of our Vespa is a real wearing part that will eventually look worn and unsightly. The cover may even be damaged and allow moisture to penetrate. Who wants a wet seat? We Vespisti certainly don’t. What we also don’t want: A seat that immediately catches the eye because it is recognizable as a […]
Read moreWe are so tired of all the bad news from the past year. All that remains is to look forward to positive things in the new year. This includes the fact that the bleak and cold and wet winter will come to an end. Spring will be welcomed with more than open arms. We can […]
Read moreWhat can be done if the appearance of the Vespa no longer appeals? Assuming that the choice of color for our two-wheeler is a purely subjective decision, we have to accept it: Whatever we choose, it will polarize and divide the Vespisti community. Some people will like our color, others will not. But it shouldn’t […]
Read moreThe SIP Scootershop has made a generous donation of €5,000 to the Humanitarian Aid Association. The SIP team received a message from Dr. Soeren Gatz, who is working to save the life of a seven-year-old boy, Alan Christ, with a congenital heart defect (pulmonary stenosis, atrial septal defect) in Foumban, Cameroon. Dr. Gatz had presented […]
Read moreSince 1914, the two-wheeler sector has gathered in Milan, Italy, for the “Esposizione Internazionale Ciclo Motociclo e Accessori” (EICMA for short). This trade fair claims to be the most visited event in the world in terms of exhibitors, visitors, operators and international press interest. The trade fair is the highlight of the year for all […]
Read moreEven for experienced and skilled Vespa hobbyists, the selection of reliable spare parts and tools for DIY repairs is crucial. Not only quality and reliability play a role, but also prices. When we talk about affordability, we don’t necessarily mean cheap goods, but rather inexpensive products that justify their price in terms of performance and […]
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