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Other than changing the brake fluid and brake line, what else might need to be done to this scooter?
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Be specific. How did you acquire this scooter? How many miles? When was the last service? Give more information and people will help you.
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It has 17 original miles. I mentioned to my wife that it would be neat to get a Vespa and she agreed. I found this scooter on Craigslist. The gentleman that owned it bought it for his wife who fell in love with the idea of owning a Vespa while visiting Rome. It turns out the love flamed out after 17 miles. My wife, unbeknownst to me, bought it as a gift for me for $1600.00. It also came with a Shoei helmet.
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It's sat in a climate controlled garage but its never been serviced other than having a new battery installed.
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Welcome to MV!

You will want to change the drive belt:

Another Belt Question! Replace with less than 1000 miles?
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Beautiful pooch you have there!
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Hi ,Welcome to a site that never ends lol Im told old rubber is old rubber.So put a new belt and tires on .New fuel lines and have all the fluids changed.Break fluid ,engine and hub oil.Be safe n have fun.
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That is a sweet little dachshund. I have loved a handful of them.

Change the hub oil. Check the tires for rot. Give it a good visual "once over". As far as the brake stuff, the lines should be fine. If it makes you feel better change the fluid. I hope your wife loves it.

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