Charity Lambretta Raffle

Want to help raise funds for a good cause and maybe win a Lambretta in the process? If you've had a little flutter on the football tonight and it comes in for you, then you might want to consider buying a ticket or two for the Project Cancer Lambretta here. The build of this scooter … Continue reading Charity Lambretta Raffle →

A closer look at the Dystopian Project

There are those who ‘fettle’ in their sheds, some simply ‘maintain’. There are a few however with the ability to ‘create’ and the Dystopian Project scooter is the result of such a person. Andy ‘Sluice’ Kay of York Scooter Club is the man behind this subtle yet amazing Indian produced Vijai Super scooter, aka Lambretta … Continue reading A closer look at the Dystopian Project →

Rumour Mill – a new Bajaj Chetak for 2017

Once a scooter with a waiting list measured in years, the Vespa derived Bajaj Chetak was a mainstay of the Indian nation for decades. And then one day, in  2006, Bajaj made the decision to cease scooter production, citing that in their opinion the Indian market was heading towards a two-wheeled sector that would be … Continue reading Rumour Mill – a new Bajaj Chetak for 2017 →

Vespa GS

It's Sunday morning, but we don't need an excuse to post this picture of a stunning Vespa Gran Sport, which can be found on display at at the Museo Piaggio in Pontedera, Italy. Behind this lovely scooter, on the wall is a photo of Enrico Piaggio himself, looking down on one of the most beautiful … Continue reading Vespa GS →

Reasonably priced classics? 

It's been suggested that the price of classic Lambretta and Vespa scooters lately has spiralled out of reach of many.  However while some on eBay are asking fortunes (which we doubt they're receiving) and nameless businesses located half a world away are all to keen to take your money, we reckon a look locally could … Continue reading Reasonably priced classics?  →

Mental 80s Vespa exhaust!

If you've got a Vespa PX125 or 150 – or indeed any other largeframe Vespa with such an engine – and you want an aftermarket exhaust that shouts, 'look at me', then look at this! Rimini Lambretta Centre have a reputation for uncovering the rare and hand-to-find accessories for Lambrettas, but they are also pretty … Continue reading Mental 80s Vespa exhaust! →