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First Mod on P200 - Helmet Hooks
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Wangta
Sat, 15 Nov 2008 01:21:11 +0000
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Sat, 15 Nov 2008 01:21:11 +0000 quote
Not quite a mod, but I added helmet hooks to my P200. Got the idea from the guys over at stellaspeed - it is very useful. I don't have to carry my helmet around anymore! Wahoo!

I did make a stupid mistake though - it was dark and I accidently dropped the washer from the bolt into that hole. Is that a problem? Is this going to mess anything up? I tried looking down the hole to locate the washer, but it was dark and I didn't have a flashlight.
Helmet hooks pre-installation
Helmet hooks installed. They fit great - the seat comes down and locks without a problem. I did accidently drop the washer down the hole/abyss..argggggg
Provastian
Sat, 15 Nov 2008 01:39:12 +0000
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Sat, 15 Nov 2008 01:39:12 +0000 quote
I'm surprised your P didn't have one already. They were a standard part. I guess they must get lost during rebuilds, etc..... The "correct" helmet hooks on early P's like yours attaches to the two rear seat bolts. They changed the hook around to accommodate the panel lock leavers.

Don't worry about the washer. It might rattle around but there is nothing in that cavity that it will hurt. Try fishing it out with a magnet.
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Wangta
Sat, 15 Nov 2008 01:46:22 +0000
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Sat, 15 Nov 2008 01:46:22 +0000 quote
Provastian wrote:
I'm surprised your P didn't have one already. They were a standard part. I guess they must get lost during rebuilds, etc..... The "correct" helmet hooks on early P's like yours attaches to the two rear seat bolts. They changed the hook around to accommodate the panel lock leavers.

Don't worry about the washer. It might rattle around but there is nothing in that cavity that it will hurt. Try fishing it out with a magnet.
Huh. Is that what these are? I got these first, and thought they sent me the wrong piece since I had only seen the version that comes with the modern PX scooters.

I was under the impression that '79 P200s didn't have helmet hooks as a standard item. Atleast mine didn't!
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Sat, 15 Nov 2008 01:57:05 +0000
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Sat, 15 Nov 2008 01:57:05 +0000 quote
Yep - those are the hooks for the earlier P's. They bolt on to the two bolts behind where you put the newer style hook. The rounded edge faces forward.
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Sat, 15 Nov 2008 01:58:02 +0000
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Sat, 15 Nov 2008 01:58:02 +0000 quote
Provastian wrote:
Yep - those are the hooks for the earlier P's. They bolt on to the two bolts behind where you put the newer style hook. The rounded edge faces forward.
Maybe I'll put those on so I can carry 4 helmets at a time, LOL

I think I like the modern ones a bit better - they hang down more and give more room for the helmet strap to fit.
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Sat, 15 Nov 2008 02:56:19 +0000
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Sat, 15 Nov 2008 02:56:19 +0000 quote
The stock P hooks allow you to lock your helmet to the bike when the seat is locked.
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Sat, 15 Nov 2008 02:58:23 +0000
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Sat, 15 Nov 2008 02:58:23 +0000 quote
sean s wrote:
The stock P hooks allow you to lock your helmet to the bike when the seat is locked.
There are no "stock" hooks for a '79 P! Hence the reason why I had to add them!
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Sat, 15 Nov 2008 03:46:44 +0000 quote
The ones in your second pic are the stock ones, my 79 has them.. so do my 80 and 83
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Sat, 15 Nov 2008 04:51:55 +0000
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Sat, 15 Nov 2008 04:51:55 +0000 quote
sean s wrote:
The ones in your second pic are the stock ones, my 79 has them.. so do my 80 and 83
Huh!
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Sat, 15 Nov 2008 05:05:17 +0000
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Sat, 15 Nov 2008 05:05:17 +0000 quote
All the of the early Vespa P range scooters had the hooks. Someone removed the one from yours at some point.
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Wangta wrote:
Provastian wrote:
Yep - those are the hooks for the earlier P's. They bolt on to the two bolts behind where you put the newer style hook. The rounded edge faces forward.
Maybe I'll put those on so I can carry 4 helmets at a time, LOL

I think I like the modern ones a bit better - they hang down more and give more room for the helmet strap to fit.
You never know when you'll meet a cute 3 headed girl who want's a ride
Jeremy W
Sat, 15 Nov 2008 15:11:24 +0000
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Sat, 15 Nov 2008 15:11:24 +0000 quote
Mine doesn't have them - I'm indifferent about them. Good to know though.
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Sat, 15 Nov 2008 16:15:27 +0000
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Sat, 15 Nov 2008 16:15:27 +0000 quote
Good first step. My old timer's guidance on mods:

Start slow - then ease back!

In fact, that's my advice for living one's life

Al
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Sat, 15 Nov 2008 17:19:16 +0000
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Sat, 15 Nov 2008 17:19:16 +0000 quote
Aviator47 wrote:
Good first step. My old timer's guidance on mods:

Start slow - then ease back!

In fact, that's my advice for living one's life

Al
Heh, I think this is the last one for awhile...scooter goes away for the winter in a couple weeks!
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