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Fuoco 500
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Hello everyone !

I have recently purchased an old 2008 Fuoco 500.
Before this, i rode a Honda Rebel 500 but i wanted a maxi scooter and boy, the fuoco 500 was love at first sight even though it is a pretty old model now.

They are so rare these days but i managed to snag one after months of scouring the web and classifieds.

Anyway i have a problem. Was using the tilt lock one day and heard a soft snap. Since then there has been a clanking noise whenever i engaged the tilt lock (It still works).

I opened it up, and discovered a joint which pushes the hydraulic piston has snapped. It seems to be a ball and pin joint of some sort. Here are some Pictures.

I am h aving a hard time finding the part number. Has anyone had a similar problem ? could i fabricate something myself to replace it ? Is this part expensive and difficult to replace ? Thanks ahead !
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The Hornet (GT200, aka Love Bug) and 'Dimples' - a GTS 300
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The parts diagram isn't that helpful, is it.
https://manuals.wotmeworry.org.uk/Gilera/Gilera%20Fuoco%20-%20MP3%20500/

What does the other side look like, and can you fabricate something to do the trick?
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2007 GTS
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contact Maksor here on the site. he might have what you need.
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Piaggio MP3 ie 400 (RIP)
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Fucoc 500 tilt lock...
Hi,
You did not mention if you tried to contact wreckers, you may find one with the front system...
Good luck.
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2008 MP3 500, 2013 BV350, 2020 Vespa Sei Giorni, 2008 Vespa S150
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2008 MP3 500, 2013 BV350, 2020 Vespa Sei Giorni, 2008 Vespa S150
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PM me if you need a part, I have a broken tilt lock mechanism I can take parts off.
Not sure how to get to that part to remove it from the housing, but should be able to figure it out.

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