Modern Vespa

I can't say. I've never done it.

This likely points to the fact that most people, including many in law enforcement, don't know much about motorcycles. I.e. can't even name the sides correctly.

Yikes!

I'll also chime in with relief that your injuries weren't too severe. I've been very briefly conked out in an accident too... it's pretty easy to do even with a mild hit and a good helmet. Definitely feels weird.

So bummed to see Melody's injuries. I'll have a moment of silence for her. She was a good bike.

He'd know what to do, right?

Meanwhile: Remains Of the Day(s)

How it's gone so far:

- Got police report a few days ago: somewhat inconclusive, partly on account of not having my input. Made appointment to talk to officer who wrote up report.

- Met with officer late yesterday to go over report: even he admits driver's statement of what happened was a bit weird, but between him and two anonymous witnesses, there isn't a lot that can be done, but he did take down my description of events, and will amend report.

- Just came back from shop that has my bike, and made arrangements for adjuster to check things out. Compiled list of third-party components for compensation.

- Going to my dealer's Christmas party tomorrow, to hobnob, chat about What Happened, and ogle over/discuss new GTS'. Then head off to my local club's event at a pizzeria in town a bit later on. Might not have room for dinner afterward.

- Feeling a bit less pain with each passing day, and in a reasonably decent mood, if not particularly upbeat. Life gets better, and all that.

I absolutely don't recommend it.

Good attitude, good man.

Ama,
Please let us know which one you choose; I'm on pins and needles to see which new ride you go with. They're both so lovely. Glad to hear you're only mildly scathed from it all; may it be your last brush with the road!

What's drawing you to the Tech?

Here's how it's gone for me: before I got Melody, I was mostly set on finding a decent, used GTS (250 or 300). Couldn't find a thing at the time (other than salvage-titled bikes), so ended up going for a new model. Found a 2015 floor model and went for that, even though - get this - I somehow preferred the all-analog instrumentation of the first-gen 300, unaware of its particular, ahem, quirks and features. (Thank you, Doug DeMuro.) In the end, of course, I came to much prefer Melody's dashboard.

And this is how my feelings toward the SuperTech display have evolved. When I first saw it, I was rather "meh" about it, wondering if Piaggio was trying a bit too hard to stay up-to-the-nanosecond with other bike (not to mention automobile) companies; didn't this dilute the Vespa DNA just a bit? But the more I looked into it, the more I came to like in terms of sheer functionality: much more info on the bike's vital signs, a (potentially) less-ambiguous speedo, and, yeah, Bluetooth. I'd been planning to buy a BT module for Melody at some point, so now I get the chance to simply have it built-in, with a TFT display to boot.

The only other lingering issue was the paint finish: just like the Super Sport series this year, you can have any finish you like, as long as it's matte. But the black matte - 'scuse me, Nero Convinto Matt - had also grown on me, especially with that yellow accent on the horn cover.

Let's see what happens.

Just noticed this thread - auts and then good to hear you're healing well!

I've always liked the looks of your Melody, glossy black with the short screen... all in all a very stylish looking scoot. So sad to see it gone.

... and, moving on , that new matte black one does look really nice too, would not be a bad replacement at all!

Nice way to recover from an accident... Much, much better picture than your last one...

Is that the SOLD sign that you are hiding under your arm??

Nero opaco... E` bello...

Glad those sneakers worked and you are mostly OK. I have a pair of them.

I saw your helmet too. While I always wear one (PA is a helmet optional state), I always feel that your feet are more likely to be hurt in an accident than your head.

Yep, definitely has that puppy-dog-love look in his eyes.

I also prefer the aesthetic of the analog gauge.

The Beverly has an LCD display that certainly shows more info than my GTS. I couldn't figure out how to pair it to my phone though, so I missed that part of the experience. Could certainly be interesting to have more information about e.g. fuel consumption and the factors that impact it.

... couldn't there be an MP3 in your parking lot?

Or a BV-400?

But that GTS is so darned good looking!

How's your better half doing with all this?

I expect mine would be justifiably spooked. But you're looking for a new bike, so I take it as a good sign!

Yep…bike was pre-sold to someone before it even arrived at the dealer's. They're getting a few more in before too long: if the insurance payout is decent, and comes through soon enough, one of them will likely be mine. Thanks so much, W. Getting conked hard enough to knock your lights out is always a bit scary: last time that happened to me was as a teen in a sledding accident. I've worked to keep that kind of stuff to a minimum, but sometimes it's unavoidable. Yep, I'll miss Mel a lot…she done good for me. Scout's Honor, I will, K. And thanks. Was feeling a wee bit down yesterday, but Le Wife drove me to Indian/Vespa/Et Cetera of Monmouth for their Christmas shindig, which definitely cheered me up: swapped war stories with other riders, and, of course talked bikes. Walked home for the exercise (a bit under three miles), had a nap, then dinner.

In terms of riding, 2021 personally sucked, but I'm cautiously stoked for next year. Meanwhile, I'm basking in holiday cheer…helped in no small part by youse guys & gals here. More news as it comes, including that all-important naming of the new ride when it finally arrives.

Very glad to see everything seems to be getting sorted out positively.

Let me put it this way: had I been on almost anything other than a GTS that night, my next bike might've been a three-wheeler out of necessity. Unless, of course, I was this guy:

House rode bikes in Jersey as I recall.

She was obviously shaken by all this, but was relieved when she found me in the ER, alive, sentient, and with all the body parts I was born with. She also knows my feelings about riding, so no arguments there, either…we just need to sort out exactly how the new ride gets paid for. (Not to mention that delightful ER tab, but I'm a good deal less concerned about that.)

Meanwhile: Went up to Gotham yesterday to visit Le Wife's long-time acupuncturist for a once-over. He's seriously good: I left with a few more aches than I came in with (always the case with deep-tissue bodywork…it's not just about sticking you like the stereotypical voodoo doll). Feeling a bit better today as a result, but I think it'll be another week before I'm feeling anything close to full-strength. Steady as she goes, so far.

So very glad you are progressing on all fronts amateriat. Hoping you get the scooter you want. Thanks for posting with your story. Best wishes to you and your family for Xmas and a better new year.

Thanks very much, Strom, and hope the holidays are mighty cheerful for you.

On this front: Melody has been officially scratched from the "viable" list (sadly…avatar has been updated thus), and a value has been assessed (not too bad, because Vespa), and several parts of the jigsaw puzzle are yet to be properly placed, but we're getting closer; probably no action on the new ride till just after New Year's Day, which is just as well. (New year, new ride, not-quite-so-new me.)

Have a new name in mind for the bike: not completely settled on it, but it'll still be musically related, directly or indirectly.

Had second session with Acupuncturist yesterday: session was predictably heavier-duty than the first time, with electricity thrown into the mix, a first for me. (Fascinating and slightly freaky.) Spent more time dodging delivery e-bikes/e-scooters than in the past, on top of a "police activity" event on the NJ Transit train going into Gotham yesterday morning (from an altercation between a train conductor and a passenger refusing to pay).

The new ride can't arrive soon enough, I'll tell you.

Let me guess, Harmony

My daughter and her boyfriend from Brooklyn are visiting now.

They got in at around 3:00AM today.

They drove their truck this time instead of flying.

Unfortunately, the truck has a topper.

Otherwise, I would offer for them to take one of my scooters, probably Vanessa, to you for use until you get the new one.

Then I could fly up in the spring for another big ride with Kylie, then ride it home.

But it is not to be.

Dumb topper.

Bill

Believe it or not, that was a first thought, but I wanted something a bit more interesting. Still thinking it through. Aw, Bill…! Thanks for the thought, but I get nervous about having someone else's ride in my charge…not because I don't trust myself with it per se, just a Murphy's-Law thing that lurks in the back of my mind. At any rate, it won't be a terribly long wait until I'm rolling again…and by the time I'm saddling up again, I should be physically pretty damned close to 100%.

How long are your daughter and her guy in Gotham for? I'll be in Brooklyn myself tomorrow evening.

Good Treble?

I'm gong for a few more syllables, but just one word.

They are visiting us in Florida.

Their home is in Brooklyn.

So they will be there for a while upon returning.

Prelude and fugue? Concertina? Symphonia? Staying with the theme of music, yes?

Do you remember any more details from the accident ?

Melody = Malady
Harmony = Harm Money

Concertina is just asking for trouble with a sheet metal frame.

How about Cacophony ?

It seems apt.

......and don't even consider (Fall)setto

The "persimmon" (caco in Italian) is a very popular fruit in Italy.

It's a popular fruit here too Atilla: https://modernvespa.com/forum/post2517318#2517318
Miguel

Symphonia
Concerto
Sonata
Glissando or perhaps a feminization and softening of it: Glissandra
Accelerando or perhaps a feminization and softening of it: accelerandra
Allegro or perhaps a feminization and softening of it: Allegra
crescendo or Crascendra
Libreto or Libreta
orchestra
Virtuoso
pizzicato
See sharp (C#)
Tremelo

There are many more possibilities but that's enough from me on the subject of musical name for a Vespa
Miguel