Color codes and patterns When deciding to restore a Vespa to its former glory, it can sometimes be difficult to locate the original color or other important information. 1946-1953

 For vehicles with metallic paint, be careful to use Bilux type paint, without the use of clear coat or mixed in the color, or sprayed on the finish.Max Meyer 1921-3205 thinner or Universal 1921-4320 should be used.- For vehicles with pastel paint, Duralit-car type paint (two-component direct gloss) can also be used. The color codes of the Max Meyer paint factory.

Vespa 98

1946

Da 1001 A 2484

Grigio MaxMeyer 8003M

1946-22

Vespa 98/2

1946

There is no registration data. officers

Grigio metallizzato MaxMeyer 8000M

98-3-1947

Vespa 98/3

1947

There is no data registration officers

Grigio metallizzato MaxMeyer 8000M

98-4-1947

Vespa 98/4

1947

Production term. 18079

Grigio metallizzato MaxMeyer 8000M

1948-125

Vespa 125

1948

Start of production
V1T n. 01

Verde metallizzato Max Meyer 6000M

1949-125

Vespa 125

1949

V2T
V11T

V12T
V13T
V14T

V2T
V11T

V12T
V13T
V14T

Verde metallizzato Max Meyer 6000M

Vespa 125

1950

V15T

V15T n. 104096

Verde metallizzato Max Meyer 6000M

Vespa 125

1951-52

V30T/V33T

V30T n. 104.097

V33T n. 251820

Verde metallizzato Max Meyer 6002M

Vespa 125

1953

VM1T/VM2T

Grigio pastello
15048

Vespa 125 U

1953

Inizio VU1T 1001

Fine VU1T 7001

Verde Pastello MaxMeyer 1.298.6334

Vespa 125

1952-53

1952 VM1T 01001-08830
1953 VM1T 08831-085870

Fine VM1T n. 085870

Grigio MaxMeyer 15048

Vespa 125

1953

1953 VM2T 085871-0100619

Fine VM2T n. 0100619

Grigio MaxMeyer 15048

Gymkhana, test skill of rider

  ‘Moto Gymkhana’ type event in Japan is open to debate, it most likely took place in 1964. Murayama Motors, a motorcycle dealer in Tokyo, had a club called the Tokyo Trail Club and ran the first time attack trial in their car park. The whole idea behind the event was to have fun with the customers, promote their dealership and, of course, sell motorcycles!

Equal parts technical time trial and motorcycle meet-up, the sport of Motogymkhana has been slowly but steadily spreading it’s wings across the world. Originally developed in Japan, it was quickly and enthusiastically adopted throughout Europe and Asia. Now it’s popping up around North America but our response time has been much slower.

One of the many skills that make this motorsport—one that is open to all levels of riders—not just a great challenge but also an excellent idea.

Circuits are comprised of an assortment of cones, set up across a large, flat area—usually a parking lot—that requires the rider to demonstrate their abilities at navigating their bike around tight corners at slow speeds (often staying in first and second gear) combined with little bursts of acceleration along the most efficient lines, to keep the time down. Throttle and braking control, weight transfer, balance, and timing are of the essence to successfully maneuver around a Gymkhana course.

1st round of the Gymkhana winter tournament on Vespa with skill tests, in collaboration with the Vespa Club Italia

Vespino it’s not in the ciao family

Vespino is a moped , designed by the Salamanca engineer Vicente Carranza and manufactured entirely in Madrid , Spain , which began to be manufactured in 1968 by the company Moto Vespa SA , founded in 1952 by Enrico Piaggio, with the help of Banco Urquijo. Vespino has more than 20 different models.

"L" model (Luxury) from 1968,

" GL " (Grand Luxury) from 1973,

" SC " (Super Comfort) from 1980,

" ALX " (reed intake) from 1985, 

mod XE (electric starter)

" NL " (New Look) from 1990,

" F-9 " from 1992,

1995 " VELOFAX ", 

and the last 1999 " F-18 " 

model to be manufactured. 

After almost 30 years of production and 1,800,000 units manufactured. It is that after the undeniable success of the Vespa in Italy and other countries, Piaggio decided to land in Spain, specifically in a Madrid factory located in the Ciudad Lineal neighborhood. The first of these mythical motorcycles was manufactured in it, a 125cc that would give way to many more.

However, at the end of the 60s, users demanded cheap solutions for their mobility. The Seat 600 has become the best-selling utility vehicle and has allowed Spanish families to have cars, when a few years before most did not have that option.

Talking about the Vespino is talking about the youth of hundreds of Spanish bikers (and from other countries to which it was exported), since for a little over three decades it was the "initiation bike" for many of them.

 

Vespa ARCOBALENO

 Vespa ARCOBALENO

1983 VLX1T -600001-605007

1984 VLX1T -605008

Arcobaleno series was introduced (marketed outside of Italy as the Lusso series) with technological innovations such as separate lubrication and fuel gauges. In addition, the front brake pads were made to be self-centering, the wiring was altered for ease of maintenance, the same key was now used for the ignition and the steering lock, and several minor adjustments were made to the body. These included increasing the size of the glovebox, increasing the size of the rear mudguard, and a new horn grille.

Production 203,232 copies Colors white green beige Frame numbers VLX1T 600001-803233 Engine Cylinders / time 2-stroke single cylinder Displacement 149.56 cc Bore and stroke 57.8 X 57 mm Compression ratio 8.2: 1 Power / RPM 8.8 hp \ 5700 Torque / revs 1.3 kgm \ 4000 Cooling Forced air Distribution rotating Supply Carburetor orchard 20 Mixture 2% Ignition flywheel Start crank electric Clutch multidisc in oil bath Change 4-speed knob Cycling Frame Monocoque Front suspension Pull rod wheel with coil spring and shock absorber Rear Suspension Coil spring and shock absorber Final Drive Direct Wheels Cantilever interchangeable with disk decomposable Front brake Drum 150 mm Rear brake Drum 150 mm Tires 3.50 X 10 front and rear Dimensions and Weight Length 1760 mm Width 695 mm Seat height 800 mm Wheelbase 1235 mm Tank 8 liters Weight 80 Kg Performance claims Speed ​​'maximum 100 Km / h acceleration nd consumption 34 km \ 1 L

   

The Vespa 180SS (Super Sport) Vin number identification

The Vespa 180SS (Super Sport), produced from 1964 to 1968 , initial frame VSC1T . is the sports model that replaces the GS 160. At that time represents the Vespa model with displacement highest ever produced. The headlight trapezoidal GL.È 150 was produced in two versions, one with ignition key switch on the handlebars and battery (like the GS 160).

Vespa 180 SS, 1965 - It marked a new milestone in the growth of the engine (181.14 cc), with 10 bhp for a top speed of 105 km/h. The 180 SS (Super Sport) replaced the glorious GS 150/160 cc. it is fast, comfortable and elegant, reaches 105 km / h of speed maximum, due to 10 hp of maximum power.

Vespa 180 SS vin number 

1964 VSC1T -100-3120

1965 VSC1T -3121-19720

1966 VSC1T -19721-25673

1967 VSC1T -25674-32632

1968 VSC1T -32633-36700

         

VESPA 160 GS Mk1/Mk2 Vin number identification

The Vespa 160GS, produced from 1962 to 1964 , is the sports model that replaces the GS 150. At that time represents the Vespa model with displacement highest ever produced.

Vespa 160 GS, 1962 - This was born to continue the market success of the first GS, with a completely new design. The exhaust silencer, carburettor and suspension were also new. The power output was 8.2 bhp at 6,500 rpm.In the next set is adopted, for the first time, the front trunk, attached to the back of the shield. Represents the best of production: it is fast and elegant, reaches 103 km / h of speed maximum, due to 8.9 hp of maximum power. It is produced in a single color light gray and coupled with the saddle. Will be replaced in 1964 by the Vespa 180 SS.

The frame and all sheet metal parts are identical to those of the GS 160 Series 1. The front suspension is similar to that of the PX series, with suspension and damping in one element. For the first time, the standard spare wheel is housed under the left side panel and hidden with a semi-circular metal cover. Aluminum trim strips on the side hoods and front fenders break up the line between the bulky sheet metal parts. The rubber mat known from the smaller models is in the step-through.

Vespa 160 GS (2nd series)

From model year 1963, the seat is dark blue. The small compartment above the taillight is gone and a large luggage box is now in the fairing leg. The engine remains unchanged, only the air filter box and the corresponding carburetor jets are changed. All GS 160 are delivered in lead light gray.

VESPA 160 GS

1962 VSB1T -1001-29970

1963 VSB1T -29971-48250

1964 VSB1T -48251-61000

          

VESPA 150 GS Vin number identification

First 10 models of the "Gran Sport" were produced at the end of 1954, all of these were destinated to exportation. It's only in 1955 that it will be offered in Italy. It will be also knows as "Vespone" (big wasp). It was the first sportive vespa and it will rapidly be the best seller of the brand. The 150cc motor will be introduced during 1954 with a 4 speed manual transmission, a dual seat (able to carry 2 persons). 

It will also use for the first time 10 inches diameter wheels. With all of theses improvements, The GS model will be able to reach a top speed of 100 km/h. A bulbed legshield on GS will also help to reduce the wind drag. Last 150 GS models produced were fitted with control cables hidden in the handlebar instead of outside cables on late models.

VESPA 150 GS

1955 VS1T -1001-13300

1956 VS2T -13301-23310

1957 VS3T -23311-35310

1958 VS4T -35311-47350

1958 VS5T -47351-52363

1954 VS5T -52364-70128

1960 VS5T -70129-104731

1961 VS5T -104732-127350