Modern Vespa

I have a 2007 MP3 250 with 3000 miles. There is a mild rattle at idle. Dealer says there could be a flat spot on one of the rollers. Anyone elses scoot rattle? Can a roller wear out so early?

Thanks in advance,

Dennis

Probably is the clutch.. I have had 2 replaced and ready for a 3rd..The pads are still good but everything else wears out..I changed my spark plug today and the bike purrs..It wasn't the clutch after all..

Just 'cos you've earned your third!

Yes, rollers can rattle at idle.

Hey clutches are cheap and not complaining it sure beats shiftin..And Jimc is right those rollers rattle but doesn't mean they are bad..

just got 2950 miles on my 250 and just heard a rattle today. what timing?

I haven't noticed any decrease in performance. As soon as I give is some gas it goes away. Dealer said not to worry about it.....?

Roller weight rattling is very common at idle on conventional variators. It doesn't necessarily mean that they are worn and it's most certainly not hurting anything.... it's just annoying. Aftermerket Dr Pulley weights or the non-conventional J Costa variator is a great way to reduce or eliminate that noise.

Matt C.

thanks for the information. I will definately be upgrading the weights. I am going to do some searching here, Any Idea if anyone has documented the work with good pics?

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