Modern Vespa

Hey all, it's been quite some time I've joined the forum and I thought it'd be nice to share with you a couple of pics of my Vespa.

As I said before she's a 2007 150 LX I bought second hand in 2013 I think.
My second Vespa after a (sh***y) '80s PX 125 and a fantastic Honda Joker 50cc.

I like her, she's quite a good scooter, really pleasant to drive.
I've added/changed something over the years, that is:

- Isotta tall windshield;
- SIP front light chrome spoiler
- SIP badge chromed wings
- Buzzetti chromed front bumper
- Piaggio central platform cover
- SIP passenger footpegs
- LXV leather seat (maybe brown on red's not the best but I don't dislike it)
- FACO chromed side crash bars
- F.A. Italia rear luggage rack
- SIP red/white mud flap


...the front "vagabond" sticker was a tribute to the old Vespa! It was quite common to see it attached on motorcycles and cars here in Italy during the beat generation's era/'70ies...

I'm wondering what could I change next.
Maybe the rims. Not sure. Enjoy!

Looks great! I've done many of the same things to my S model, except they don't make a headlight "eyebrow" for the S's square headlight. I'm also not a fan of the front fender chrome - I think it's dangerous. Mine fell off while I was riding and wrapped around the front wheel/brake line.

Gotta find myself some of those wings!

Nice!

Interesting observation roaming around Italy, in particular, is the number of tall windscreens. Not that common to see in the U.S, and mostly in colder months for the hardcore riders. In Rome among other places, I've seen dozens of tall screens, even in August. Kind of interesting.

Tell you what, have a look at my other bikes:


the Bandit:




the Guzzi:




all the bikes I regularly use are fitted with windscreen, maybe not as tall as the Vespa's, but still much needed when it gets cold. I simply find it soooo comfy!

The bikes I haven't fitted a windscreen on are my track bikes, even if I'm planning to fit a full fairing on my '71 Gilera Arcore (still w.i.p.) for when we go on fastest tracks:




Still, aesthetically speaking I really appreciate naked bikes more than ones fitted with windscreens, bags and such (maybe except the Guzzi).
And they're also quicker lol



@JUAN, you're totally right about the front bumper!
I'm not going to remove it so I had no doubts putting some "Artiglio" glue on the bolts before tightening them, so they won't loose.
I'm sure you have similar products but if I may give a feedback on the "Artiglio", that'd be super positive, I've been using it for years on either bikes and clothing and it looks like it will keep things together forever...!
As per the wings, you can find them on the SIP Scootershop website!
I fell in love with their somewhat streamline design so here they are

Thanks for the kind words guys!

Nice collection of bikes!

Yes, have to admit, the scooter is pretty cozy with a tall screen. Of course in hot weather getting blasted by air isn't such a bad thing, except for high speeds....

Fledermaus,

I ride mostly for recreation. I know you ride to work regularly when the weather permits. I have the same recollection of Italy. Tall windscreens.

I also noticed the mass number parked in prescribed areas were mostly dirty.
I maintain they use the scooter as their main transportation. Thus, out in the elements getting dusty and using tall windshield to hide behind in the rain.

Again, I think it is the utility of constant use.

Bob Copeland

Yep this is also true, while not super huge most Italian towns have lot of traffic and/or narrow streets. The practicity of a scooter is unbeatable in such a context. Isn't the same where you live? How is the scooter considered? More a recreational vehicle?

Mario,

There are people here who use their scooter every day. Due to our wide land mass, we drive cars. I use my scooters just for recreation.

Bob Copeland

That is a nice LX!!! I did also similar upgrades to my LXV, including the Malossi 190 cylinder kit.

Valvitola,

You have done a nice job on that scooter. Great looking back rack bag.

Bob Copeland
Minnesota