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2016 GTS 300 70th Anniversary, 2003 PX 125, 1973 150 Super
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Hi all! Soooo I picked up a new project yesterday and to be honest, I don't really know what I've bought but thought it would make a good winter project. It does need work, probably more than I realise at this moment in time. it's allegedly a 1973 model but I don't know if it has the right bits on to confirm that. Feel free to comment and advise, I won't be offended and they will be gratefully received. Please see pictures below. Thanks
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Looks like a Super. Not sure if it's from Indo. Seems like it's very original and maybe that's the factory paint.
Maybe Lookup the info at scooterhelp.com.to determine year and model. This is one Indonesian Vespa similar to what you have being restored. If no to little rust you won't need to do all of that especially if the paint is original. |
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Hooked
2016 GTS 300 70th Anniversary, 2003 PX 125, 1973 150 Super
Joined: 12 Mar 2020
Posts: 141 Location: Scarborough UK |
Thanks for the comments/video. I do think it has SEA origins. When I get that far, I don't think I will be retaining the blue, I've seen a nice grey that I think would be period correct, but choosing a colour is a very long way off yet.
What is the best way to go about this? Do i try to get it running before strip down or just dive into the body and do mechanicals after? I've read quite a few threads on here but I'm undecided as to where to start. Suggestions gratefully received....... |
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2016 GTS 300 70th Anniversary, 2003 PX 125, 1973 150 Super
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I would clean the gas tank and carb.
Put a new spark plug in. Test and tighten the cables. And then kick it over and see how it runs. Then clean it up cosmetically while you are test riding and determine how you wanna proceed long term. This will give you a better idea of next steps. Unless experienced with Vespas and/or vintage restos do not do a full tear down from the jump. That is the most common recipe for Deep Fried Abandoned Project. IMHO YMMV etc etc PS - New tires too! PSS- if that turns out to be a US or Euro market bike in original paint..I would also encourage you not to repaint.
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The toggle on the left of the switch controls which lights are on. It's currently OFF. In the middle setting it turns on the tail light and pilot light if you have one, don't think you do though and then to the left it's all on.
Toggle on the right controls high or low beam Button under it is the horn. |
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Before you try to get it running and want to go riding around, what does the bottom of the floor and tunnel look like? If it's anything like the area above your VIN number, you may have more to consider first.
Also pull the gas tank out and the plastic 'floor' at the bottom for a good inspection. Post up more pics if you have any doubt. ![]() Let's have a closer look here all cleaned up |
Hooked
2016 GTS 300 70th Anniversary, 2003 PX 125, 1973 150 Super
Joined: 12 Mar 2020
Posts: 141 Location: Scarborough UK |
Once again I thank you.
What is the little white switch for at the side? So I don't have a kill switch to turn the scoot off when it's running? Yes, I will pull tank and check it over. Left side cowl is shot. Floor does need some patching as does front of leg shield where mudguard catches it. This is gonna be fun I think! |
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cbdubs wrote: Once again I thank you. What is the little white switch for at the side? So I don't have a kill switch to turn the scoot off when it's running? Yes, I will pull tank and check it over. Left side cowl is shot. Floor does need some patching as does front of leg shield where mudguard catches it. This is gonna be fun I think! |
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Hooked
2016 GTS 300 70th Anniversary, 2003 PX 125, 1973 150 Super
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Posts: 141 Location: Scarborough UK |
Hooked
2016 GTS 300 70th Anniversary, 2003 PX 125, 1973 150 Super
Joined: 12 Mar 2020
Posts: 141 Location: Scarborough UK |
Strip down started. Found the rear mudguard not in the best condition, probably why it was hidden behind some tarty shiny crap. Does anyone know if a repair panel is available for a VBC? I've found a PX one, could I use some of that panel and just bastardise it a bit or is it totally different? I assume the chances of finding a frame cut will be nil as they will rust there.
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Hooked
2016 GTS 300 70th Anniversary, 2003 PX 125, 1973 150 Super
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Posts: 141 Location: Scarborough UK |
SaFiS wrote: VIN's definitely restamped, handlebars / speedo combo says Indo origins…
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cbdubs wrote: Strip down started. Found the rear mudguard not in the best condition, probably why it was hidden behind some tarty shiny crap. Does anyone know if a repair panel is available for a VBC? I've found a PX one, could I use some of that panel and just bastardise it a bit or is it totally different? I assume the chances of finding a frame cut will be nil as they will rust there. |
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2016 GTS 300 70th Anniversary, 2003 PX 125, 1973 150 Super
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Posts: 141 Location: Scarborough UK |
GickSpeed wrote: This is typical for an SEA or South Asian bikes. The combination of years of riding during the wet seasons have profound effect on the sheet metal. You will want to pull your fuel tank out and check the metal below the fuel tank on the chassis. |
Hooked
2016 GTS 300 70th Anniversary, 2003 PX 125, 1973 150 Super
Joined: 12 Mar 2020
Posts: 141 Location: Scarborough UK |
Hooked
2016 GTS 300 70th Anniversary, 2003 PX 125, 1973 150 Super
Joined: 12 Mar 2020
Posts: 141 Location: Scarborough UK |
Whilst the frame and parts are away being blasted, i started to work on my forks. Had a bit of trouble freeing of the mudguard bolts which had sheared, so thought I would remove the rest of the bolt. Had an issue when the aluminum casting part sheared off so ended up locating a good used fork. The more i dismantled the original forks the more I thought well, I might as well replace the stub axle bearings, damper and spring, which are all on order. Pictures below of damage and strip down.
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Hooked
2016 GTS 300 70th Anniversary, 2003 PX 125, 1973 150 Super
Joined: 12 Mar 2020
Posts: 141 Location: Scarborough UK |
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2016 GTS 300 70th Anniversary, 2003 PX 125, 1973 150 Super
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Hooked
2016 GTS 300 70th Anniversary, 2003 PX 125, 1973 150 Super
Joined: 12 Mar 2020
Posts: 141 Location: Scarborough UK |
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2016 GTS 300 70th Anniversary, 2003 PX 125, 1973 150 Super
Joined: 12 Mar 2020
Posts: 141 Location: Scarborough UK |
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Hooked
2016 GTS 300 70th Anniversary, 2003 PX 125, 1973 150 Super
Joined: 12 Mar 2020
Posts: 141 Location: Scarborough UK |
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2016 GTS 300 70th Anniversary, 2003 PX 125, 1973 150 Super
Joined: 12 Mar 2020
Posts: 141 Location: Scarborough UK |
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Hooked
2016 GTS 300 70th Anniversary, 2003 PX 125, 1973 150 Super
Joined: 12 Mar 2020
Posts: 141 Location: Scarborough UK |
Hooked
2016 GTS 300 70th Anniversary, 2003 PX 125, 1973 150 Super
Joined: 12 Mar 2020
Posts: 141 Location: Scarborough UK |
Hooked
2016 GTS 300 70th Anniversary, 2003 PX 125, 1973 150 Super
Joined: 12 Mar 2020
Posts: 141 Location: Scarborough UK |
I've been carrying with this little project and have split the frame and floor. More spot welds then I thought and I'm positive they all aren't original. Hopefully, deal with the rust on the frame and get my new floor and leg shield panel on this week. Let me know your thoughts.
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2 matching N.Z. '69 VBC Super, 177cc Racer, VespaCross Bodge, Puch SRA150, Piaggio Zip 100! & others
Joined: 26 May 2013
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Joined: 26 May 2013
Posts: 4362 Location: That bushfire place |
I'm guessing you missed the step of welding a bar from front of seat area to top of cowl/headset to ensure everything stays straight while replacing floor/skirt.
Ensure its nice n straight when putting it back together. Do a search to finD the distance between the 2 points to ensure you have correct rake angle |
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