Re: Vespa LX150 - I need advice, please help if you can.
mikedobkin wrote:
I know I need to change the brakes. Anyone can tell me the costs involved? Any other repairs I should be aware at this mileage?
6700 km is pretty low mileage for a 2007 scooter. For comparison, I mainly ride 6 months a year while commuting in the city, and will accumulate about 3-4000 km over on an annual basis. So, unless the scooter was sold in 2008 as a 2007 model (it happens), assume that it has been sitting. You may have to obtain a new battery, as the old one is likely nearing the end of its health. It is simple enough to check whether the battery is okay or not with a multimeter, and by gazing into the liquid cells. If the scooter
has been sitting for a time, it may need to have the carb cleaned from old, fouled gas. You might as well inspect the integrity of the tires, though they are likely okay.
Regarding the brakes. Changing the front brake pads yourself is not too difficult if you have worked on vehicles in the past. Replacing the rear is more challenging, and involves removing the muffler and rear wheel as intermediate steps. Still, since the scooter is second hand, and there are other systems you'll want to check (battery, electricals, fuel) it is worth bringing it into a dealer/mechanic for a good comprehensive once over. They will be able to make sure any missed service issues can also be addressed at that time.
That is my 2 cents, and what I would do.