How does a Vespa Grande moped get fuel?
Two large steel tubes were used for the frame with a lower crossover pipe, connecting both tubes. To fill a Grande with fuel, the seat must be lifted and a bleeder valve must be opened to bleed air from the tubular frame while fueling.
Is it possible to restore an old Vespa?
I think this Vespa restoration business is very cool. They can restore these scooters for less than you could do it yourself and sell you one, probably under your own cost. If you’re looking for an old classic Vespa or Lambretta, these might be just the ticket. Interesting.
What do I need to upgrade my Vespa Grande?
The most basic/common upgrade is a light performance exhaust, and a 13mm carburetor perhaps with a performance airbox such as the Malossi hi flow filter, and some variator tuning. No external carburetor adjustments can be made other than adjusting the idle screw. There are also “free” mods that may be done for a few extra MPH.
What should I do with my Vespa scooter?
We polish or chrome all the metal parts on the scooter. Polishing is a cheaper and more traditional method of restoration (especially for aluminum items) but we can chrome each item as well. All metal fender Crests, Switch Housings, Levers, Choke Knobs, Fuel Rods, etc…will be polished to a brilliant reflective finish.
Two large steel tubes were used for the frame with a lower crossover pipe, connecting both tubes. To fill a Grande with fuel, the seat must be lifted and a bleeder valve must be opened to bleed air from the tubular frame while fueling.
Can You restore a classic VBS Vespa scooter?
Originally invented to fill a need for inexpensive transport, classic scooters can be found all over the world fulfilling that need again. The restoration covered here is of a VBS Vespa, with GS specification modifications. Scooter restoration specialists AllVespa performed the restoration.
The most basic/common upgrade is a light performance exhaust, and a 13mm carburetor perhaps with a performance airbox such as the Malossi hi flow filter, and some variator tuning. No external carburetor adjustments can be made other than adjusting the idle screw. There are also “free” mods that may be done for a few extra MPH.
Who is the owner of the Vespa scooter?
Although this restoration was performed by a professional company, it gives the private owner/restorer an insight into what is required to make the older Vespa’s serviceable again. The Vespa was purchased and restored by AllVespa in Vietnam where the scooter has been a popular form of transport for many years.