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RIP Rahul Bajaj, father of the Chetak scooter

Posted on by ScooterNova in Scooter Factory

Industrialist and former chairman of the Bajaj group Rahul Bajaj passed away on Saturday 12 February 2022 at his home following to illness, according to statement by the company. Rahul … Continue reading RIP Rahul Bajaj, father of the Chetak scooter →

Arthur Francis – RIP

Posted on by ScooterNova in 1950s, 1960s, 1970s, Lambretta, scooter, scooter racing, Vespa

Sad news today as we learned that the legendary Arthur Francis has passed away. There can’t be many in the world of scooters that do not know his name, the … Continue reading Arthur Francis – RIP →

Gore-Tex: Inventor of waterproof fabric Robert Gore dies aged 83

Posted on by ScooterNova in clothing, Tested Products

If you've got some quality rider clothing that keeps you both warm and dry, then chances are if it's not Gore-Tex then is could well be a similar type of … Continue reading Gore-Tex: Inventor of waterproof fabric Robert Gore dies aged 83 →

Paul Karslake RIP

Posted on by ScooterNova in 1950s, 1960s, 1970s, Lambretta, scooter

We’re sad to announce that artist, scooterist and friend Paul Karslake has sadly passed away after battling pneumonia, according to the Southend Echo website. Privately I’d received a couple of … Continue reading Paul Karslake RIP →