How do you shift a vintage Vespa?
Press the clutch lever down, and turn the left handlebar to first gear. Keep holding the clutch in as you turn the throttle on the right handlebar slightly. Let the clutch out slowly and the Vespa starts to move. Shift when you hit the maximum speed you feel comfortable going in first gear.
Where is the reset button on scooter?
The reset button (on the left side of the battery box) will automatically trip and turn off the power if the motor is overloaded.
What causes a Vespa scooter to not start?
The carburetor may need to be rebuilt on a scooter that has not run for many years. However, if your scooter has been running and now will not start, the problem may well be the scooter’s coil, magneto or kill switch. Many older models have no key, and when the kill switch fails, it may prevent spark from reaching the spark plug.
How to start a Vespa in cold weather?
When starting your Vespa in cold weather, start with the choke 1/4 of the way out and increase it every four or five kicks on the starter. Older Vespa scooters that will not start even in warm weather may have a number of problems. The carburetor may need to be rebuilt on a scooter that has not run for many years.
When did the first Vespa scooter come out?
Although very reliable and very high quality, Vespas, like all other vehicles, can have some common problems. Vespa scooters were introduced in 1943. Early scooter models were 2-stroke models that used a magneto to provide power to the spark plug and for the headlight and blinkers.
Are there any problems with the Vespa GT250?
The larger Vespa scooters- 200, 250 & 300 all suffer from oscillation- a wobbling of the handlebars experienced WHEN NOT HOLDING ONTO THE HANDLEBARS FIRMLY. Please, HOLD onto the handlebars, don’t just rest your hands on them. The GT250 has had issues with the fuel pump but the most common problem is the voltage regulator.
What to do if your Vespa won’t start?
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What causes a scooter to have power but not start?
Check the Engine Ignition and Fuel System: In most cases, the problem with a scooter not starting but with power is caused by an issue with the engine; either a bad spark plug wire, bad plug or a fuel system problem.
What to do if your scooter won’t turn over?
Check your owner’s manual to make sure that you are doing all you need to to complete the electrical circuit which enables it to start. If the scooter doesn’t turn over when you’ve done all the required operations, there’s an electrical problem with the battery. Make sure the battery is charged. If it is, make sure the fuse hasn’t blown.
How can I check if my scooter has a spark?
To check for a spark, remove the spark plug from the cylinder, hold the tip of the plug against the cylinder head and crank the engine. You should see a spark across the gap.