Vespas, Scooters etc

Kitten · 16-09-2011, 15:40

...am considering getting a Vespa. Probably 2nd hand. Has anyone got an experiences of owning/buying one?

Am aware of the licence restrictions etc, more interested in the practical side of things, what to look out for, any tips on picking up a good one etc

TIA.

Knipples · 16-09-2011, 18:43

I have nothing constructive to add, just one thing

"Bagsie having a backie when you get it!"

Tres Jealous!

FakeSnake · 16-09-2011, 20:00

I had one many years ago, and loved it. Not sure how the modern ones are in comparison, as mine was an original one. but either way DO IT!!!

petemc · 16-09-2011, 21:51

I also can't add anything helpful outside of do it

I dream of owning one. Loved that they were so common in Paris. Much nicer way of getting around town.

Kitten · 17-09-2011, 11:50

I think its very 'me'

Will · 17-09-2011, 11:54

You'll probably have to do the CBT and then you'll be fine on L plates on a Vespa as long as it's 50cc I believe owing to the fact you got your licence before they changed the rules.

It's been a while since I got my bike licence so I can't advise you on what it's like now. If you don't do your full test and are on L plates you will not be able to have a pillion though.

Pheebs · 17-09-2011, 11:55

I had one and I also had an aprilla scooter too! Loved them both - but then I would as it was my first vehicle in all my life meaning FREEEEEDOOOOM! One thing I would say is I did get in a number of pickles riding them in the respect that as I was a new rider I wasn't aware of the lack of "oomph" it had and thus got stuck in a couple of dangerous spots!

I cannot really advise what to look for but there's a vespa forum (modern vespa) with people on who I'm sure will help

Excited for you! Just be sure to be super safe!!

Pheebs · 17-09-2011, 11:59

(Second Wills post! A CBT is between £85 - £130! You'll have to redo your theory test too which is £30 odd

) CBT's were a breeze when I did them, I'm sure you'll be fine especially seeing as you have road awareness (unlike me back then!)

Kitten · 17-09-2011, 13:36

Quote:

Originally Posted by Will

You'll probably have to do the CBT and then you'll be fine on L plates on a Vespa as long as it's 50cc I believe owing to the fact you got your licence before they changed the rules.

It's been a while since I got my bike licence so I can't advise you on what it's like now. If you don't do your full test and are on L plates you will not be able to have a pillion though.

As said, already researched all the licence and legal stuff thanks. It's actually up to 125cc with L plates and a CBT, and I'm told i don't need to do a theory test

I think you can do up to 50cc without a CBT & can carry a passenger sans L plates as long as you have a car licence but that doesn't apply to me.

Is just the purchase i'm looking for help with really, will look up that forum, thanks Pheebs

Will · 17-09-2011, 14:59

Oh right ok. Well I'm a bit behind it's been a while since I did my full test and the rules may have changed.

Good luck with your purchase

I've they can be temperamental to maintain (typical Italian machinery!) however, are generally fairly reliable.

On L plates I'm pretty sure you can't take a pillion though - however that's not what you're interested in.

I can ask the question on OcUK on your behalf if you want?

16-09-2011, 15:40	#1
Kitten Spinky-Spank Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: 668. The Neighbour of the Beast Posts: 11,226	Vespas, Scooters etc ...am considering getting a Vespa. Probably 2nd hand. Has anyone got an experiences of owning/buying one? Am aware of the licence restrictions etc, more interested in the practical side of things, what to look out for, any tips on picking up a good one etc TIA. __________________ "You only get one life. There's no God, no rules, except for those you accept or create for yourself. Then once it's over... it's over. Dreamless sleep for ever and ever. So why not be happy while you're here?" Nate Fisher

16-09-2011, 21:51	#4
petemc Moonshine Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Nr Liverpewl Posts: 4,371	I also can't add anything helpful outside of do it I dream of owning one. Loved that they were so common in Paris. Much nicer way of getting around town. __________________ Thats no hamster, its a space station!

17-09-2011, 11:50	#5
Kitten Spinky-Spank Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: 668. The Neighbour of the Beast Posts: 11,226	I think its very 'me' __________________ "You only get one life. There's no God, no rules, except for those you accept or create for yourself. Then once it's over... it's over. Dreamless sleep for ever and ever. So why not be happy while you're here?" Nate Fisher

17-09-2011, 11:54	#6
Will BBx woz 'ere :P Join Date: Jan 1970 Posts: 2,147,487,208	You'll probably have to do the CBT and then you'll be fine on L plates on a Vespa as long as it's 50cc I believe owing to the fact you got your licence before they changed the rules. It's been a while since I got my bike licence so I can't advise you on what it's like now. If you don't do your full test and are on L plates you will not be able to have a pillion though. __________________ *No No!*

17-09-2011, 11:55	#7
Pheebs Deep Throat Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 6,512	I had one and I also had an aprilla scooter too! Loved them both - but then I would as it was my first vehicle in all my life meaning FREEEEEDOOOOM! One thing I would say is I did get in a number of pickles riding them in the respect that as I was a new rider I wasn't aware of the lack of "oomph" it had and thus got stuck in a couple of dangerous spots! I cannot really advise what to look for but there's a vespa forum (modern vespa) with people on who I'm sure will help Excited for you! Just be sure to be super safe!! __________________ http://www.spiffingdesigns.co.uk

16-09-2011, 20:00	#3
FakeSnake Absinthe Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Devonshire Posts: 1,143	I had one many years ago, and loved it. Not sure how the modern ones are in comparison, as mine was an original one. but either way DO IT!!!

17-09-2011, 11:59	#8
Pheebs Deep Throat Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 6,512	(Second Wills post! A CBT is between £85 - £130! You'll have to redo your theory test too which is £30 odd ) CBT's were a breeze when I did them, I'm sure you'll be fine especially seeing as you have road awareness (unlike me back then!) __________________ http://www.spiffingdesigns.co.uk

17-09-2011, 14:59	#10
Will BBx woz 'ere :P Join Date: Jan 1970 Posts: 2,147,487,208	Oh right ok. Well I'm a bit behind it's been a while since I did my full test and the rules may have changed. Good luck with your purchase I've they can be temperamental to maintain (typical Italian machinery!) however, are generally fairly reliable. On L plates I'm pretty sure you can't take a pillion though - however that's not what you're interested in. I can ask the question on OcUK on your behalf if you want? __________________ *No No!*

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