Vespa gs 150 the gs 150 vs5 scooters that vespa sent to the u. Vespa 150 vl1tvl3t gs160 vsb1t ss180 vsc1t p125x vnx1t p200e vsx1t parts books home. Established in 1946, vespa is the italian scooter subsidiary of piaggio, currently operating across the globe. The headlamp was moved up to the handlebars in 1953 and had more engine power and a restyled rear fairing. But content wise it is hands down the book to own for the vespa enthusiast. The vespa super 150 super model is a scooter bike manufactured by vespa.
Find vespa motorcycles for sale in dallas on oodle classifieds. The first vespa with sports features to be mass produced, the 150 gs leveraged. Online scooter parts specialising in vespa and lambretta parts from spares and repairs to complete restoration. In comparison with the previous model, vespa 150 gs could reach a maximum speed of 100 kmh. Most obviously there was a four speed gearbox, a first for a vespa. Vespa accessories book from a danish dealer duration. While the rest of the west may have found motorcycles more appealing to some extent, scooters capture the heart and sould of italy. However, the company worked a lot on the scooter and new models were prepared for the next years. I started by buying a reproduction parts book from vespa motorsport in san diego and noting all the parts i would need. May 26, 2011 it is not just the hub the gs fly wheel is considerably lighter than the ss. There are a many books that are in and out of print that help with basic tuning of lambretta and vespa motor scooters. It also used the 8liter fuel tank from the p200x which, with its better fuel consumption, gave the p150x a range of around 170 miles.
Vespa motorcycles for sale used motorcycles on oodle. Selling due to crippling arthritis or it wouldnt be getting sold. Haynes lives in maple grove, minnesota, with his wife and children. Li 125 to li 150 spec, other standard barrel conversions, defines stage 1 tuning on. Vespa prices, vespa values and book values nadaguides.
In the 50s the market also changed and vespa became a symbol for young people to distinguish themselves. You can view the bikes at our large east london showroom which is open monday to saturday. Vespa 150 gl,1963 another new design for what has been called one of the bestlooking vespas produced by piaggio designers. You deserve a reliable source for all your vespa needs and we strive to be your goto shop. Your vespa has remained motionless for a while, so it is advisable to perform the following task before starting the engine remove right cowl where the engine is located, remove the spark plug, pour 50ml of two stroke synthetic oil into the spark plug hole use a long funnel applicator tighten the spark plug back into its socket, place. Vespa classics, sales and restoration specialists gs160,150.
Vespa 150 super specs 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965. Inside, the compression was raised, and the piston crown was changed to a more efficient a domed type. Scooter was subject to a full rebuild at a cost of 7k a few years ago. This book is originally from a large book covering the gs150 vs1t vs5t, gs160 vsb1t, and ss180 vsc1t, but i have broken out only the pages that are associated with the gs150 to make it smaller and not waste your time downloading pages that are not correct for your bike. The p200 motor was great but needed a little more power for the san francisco hills. He has thirty years of experience as a professional photographer, specializing in airtoair. The volume describes the key episodes in the piaggio groups history and its vocation for innovation through the brands piaggio, vespa, aprilia, moto guzzi, gilera, scarabeo, derbi, ape, in a continuous dialogue with in depth descriptions, as well as textual and visual quotations. Then came the 50 cc of 1963, and in 1968 vespa 125 primavera became one of the most durable of all. It says that the ausberg gs 150 was painted in the same colour as the italians. In this version sold from year 1960, the dry weight is 98. One of the bestloved models was the vespa 150 gs introduced in 1955 with a 150 cc engine, a long saddle, and the faired handlebarheadlamp unit. Vespa models list of all vespa models vintage, classic. This page is for the owners, past owners, fans of the vespa gs range of motor scooter.
The elongated seat and the large 10inch wheels fundamentally altered the vespa line. Vespa 160 gs, 1962 this was born to continue the market success of the first gs, with a completely new design. In the 50s the market also changed and vespa became a symbol for young people to. You want to buy a classic piaggio vespa 150 gs motorcycle.
After i completed my last vbb 150 and drove it for 5 years i had a list of things i wanted to change. They made sense in post wwii 1946 and with modern technology make sense today. We have over 300,000 vespa parts and vespa accessories in stock and carry only the highest quality available. The 125 primavera of 1968 became one of the symbols of a generation that left its mark on the history of the world. All vespas are refurbished in vietnam, to the highest standard. Our current selection of vintage vespa and lambretta scooters for sale, can be sold as is or with varying levels of restoration or customisation.
The exhaust silencer, carburettor and suspension were also new. Allstate scooters were sold in the usa by sears and were basically vespas except for small differences. True to its large frame vespa lineage, the px bodywork carried a glove box behind the front fairing and spare wheel stowage under the left side blister from the vsb 160 gs mkii of 1963. Futurpiaggio 6 italian lessons on mobility and modern life by jeffrey schnapp to celebrate years of piaggio, an example of the excellence in italian industry, a modern reinterpretation of the bolted book by fortunato. This vespa gs service repair manual is intended as a handy, easy to read reference book for the mechanics and diy persons.
This book is more expensive than others of similar venue. Comprehensive explanations of all installation, removal, disassembly, assembly, repair and check procedures are laid out with the individual steps in sequential order. One of the bestloved models was the vespa 150 gs introduced in 1955 with a 150 cc. A faithful reproduction of the 1967 edition of the book of the vespa gs and ss by j. Apr 23, 2016 the vespa 150 gs had sports credentials which were a direct result of the experience of the piaggio racing team. The vespa was built with two drum brakes, a singlecylinder engine aluminum head and a steel chassis, but has been improved with a new front suspension and a revised rear axle for more stability. View our entire inventory of new or used vespa motorcycles. Its remembered as the most beautiful scooter ever produced in the world and is now highly sort after.
Vespa 150 gs, 1955 experts called it the most popular, imitated and remembered vespa model. Vespa gs workshop repair service manual pdf tradebit. Here are some lambretta books i have found over the years, with a brief description of the contents. The complete history from 1946, published in 2011 to celebrate vespas 65th anniversary. Select a 1967 vespa vbc super 150 motorcycle value kelley. The vespa 150 gs of 1955 was the first sports model to reach 100 kmh, followed by the 180 ss in 1965. Indeed, piaggio had introduced a 150cc version of the vespa in. Vespa motorcycles for sale in dallas used motorcycles on. However, the company worked a lot on the scooter and. Since 1946, vespa has been an icon of italian style loved around the world. Gs150 vs1t through vs5t parts book click individual pages below for a 9x6 14 200 dpi page. Select a vespa model model vba standard 150 vbb1 sportique vgla gl150 vgm1 gl 150 vn2a vnb vespa 125 vs5 grand sport next has the vespa values and pricing youre looking for.
This book is originally from a large book covering the gs150 vs1t vs5t, gs160 vsb1t, and. Futurpiaggio english version book other gadgets vespa. Click individual pages below for a 9x6 14 200 dpi page. This book is originally from a large book covering the gs150 vs1t vs5t, gs160 vsb1t, and ss180 vsc1t, but i have broken out only the pages that. Download john thorpes hard to find maintenance book for gs160s and ss180. We are a one stop shop for all your needs under one place. In this vespa gs workshop repair service manual you can find.
The larger wheels put it in the highline category, but it did not have the same powerful motor as the performance scooters. In other words, this vespa was a milestone in scooter history. Get a digital version of the fourth book in the book of the vespa series that deals with all vespa gs and ss scooters from 19551968. This includes technical data, service and maintenance information and comprehensive detailed instructions for the repair and overhaul of all major and minor mechanical and electrical components, making it an invaluable resource for collectors and restorers of. Welcome to the official vespa website of vespa india. The styling of the vespa s 50 4v draws inspiration from the legendary models of the 1970s such as the 1955 vespa gs 150, the 1965 180 ss and the t5 pole position from 1985. Vintage vespa 150cc 1956 mod classic scooter vespa restoration from start to finish duration. The crank and flywheel from the gs are superior and the con rod for the ss. It is not just the hub the gs fly wheel is considerably lighter than the ss.
The vbb is a great bike but i thought i could do a better job on this time round. There are currently 53 piaggio vespa bikes as well as hundreds of other classic motorcycles, cafe racers and racing bikes for sale on classic driver. This section has both owners manuals and parts books as they were bound as a single book. Jun 03, 2014 once repainted in red, unfortunately filler has appeared. There are only 2 spaces left if interested please book asap. Vespa is an italian brand of scooter manufactured by piaggio. How to replace the gear selector classic vespa largeframe. But the earlier models are more rare and, to his mind, represent the pinnacle of classically styled vespa motor scooters. Thorpe, this book is one of the motorcyclists library series published in the usa by floyd clymer by arrangement with the original publishers pitman ltd. That includes researching and sourcing the best books on collectible and rare bikes available anywhere. Once repainted in red, unfortunately filler has appeared. Apr 17, 2018 1961 vespa gs 150 vs5 walkaround duration.
Find information about the worlds most iconic scooter brand, vespa, its latest model lineup, and dealer networks. We dont just sell vespa parts, we live and breathe vespa. Restored vintage vespa and lambretta scooters for sale. Aug 09, 2019 in comparison with the previous model, vespa 150 gs could reach a maximum speed of 100 kmh.
However, the new future challenges are not neglected. Vespa gs150 for sale in uk 60 secondhand vespa gs150. This has to be one of the best gs 150 s in britain. With this professional quality, highly detailed vespa gs service repair workshop manual you will be able to work on your vehicle with the absolute best resources available, which will save you a lot of money in repair costs and will also help you to look after your vespa gs. Find vespa motorcycles for sale on oodle classifieds.
Learn more vespa s rich history and heritage, and its entry into india. Emmet thanks to dylan aster i found that it was also published as the vespa scooter owners manual in the usa the two books are exactly the same inside. A preseries version of this model is now on display at the piaggio museum. These stepthrough scoots go beyond the typical vespas and lambrettas. Click the books to the left to connect to the serveta parts manual library manuals are in spanish. Select a vespa model model v5a vespa 50n v5sa vespa 50 v9a vespa 90 vbb2 vespa 150 vla1 gl 150 vnb vespa 125 vsb1 gs next has the vespa values and pricing youre looking for. Join millions of people using oodle to find unique used motorcycles, used roadbikes, used dirt bikes, scooters, and mopeds for sale.
It says that the ausberg gs 150 was painted in the same colour as the italians silbergrau nr15 is the same as mm15005 shaun harkness april 8 at 1. The vespa px was first presented in 1977 in milan as the nuova linea model new line. This is the earliest book i have found in the pitman motor cycle library that deals with vespa scooters. Vespa scooters are known for their distinct design comprised of painted steel unibody, complete cowling for the engine, a flat floorboard, and prominent front fairing. I also had no knowledge of the differences between this bike and the motor style that i was more familiar with in the gs160 and vba. He is the author and illustrator of thirteen childrens books. Select a 1967 vespa vbc super 150 motorcycle value. Were 100% focused on being the most reliable and trustworthy vespa shop in america. I have posted most of my fumblings with the bike to hopefully help out anyone else interested. It also used the 8liter fuel tank from the p200x which, with its better fuel. April 1946 was the debut date of the revolutionary little twowheel vehicle, which, as well as leaving an indelible mark on the history of transport, became a real cultural phenomenon to successive generations. The design also changed, with a much more aerodynamic body.
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