Vespa gs 150 history books

Jun 04, 2009 this inexpensive photographic history of vespa, first published in 1993, receives a muchneeded overhaul to bring it up to date, and includes the addition of some colour imagery. This book is more expensive than others of similar venue. The vespa 125 and 150 had been altered in 1959 with a much narrower body and cowls. Take a look in the gas tank, and see if there is any remaining from our road testing. It also used the 8liter fuel tank from the p200x which, with its better fuel consumption, gave the p150x a. The very acme of elegant style, the gran sport was the first vespa design to sport the streamlined handlebars with enclosed wiring that has been a feature of every vespa model since. Vespa gs workshop repair service manual pdf tradebit. Vespa gs150 battery book 6 volt disco dez scooters. The complete history from 1946, published in 2011 to celebrate vespas 65th anniversary. The horn was of a different design than that on the standard vespas, and had a stylish shell shape. The exhaust silencer, carburettor and suspension were also new. All of the vintage vespa parts and accessories, all in one place. 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. Vespa scooters have a glorious history, mostly due to a few particularly attractive.

I remembered the vespas of years ago and wanted to know more about the history and details. Vespa px150 2017 model last year of production the vespa ppx series is a range of scooters manufactured by piaggio under the vespa brand. It is the same manual used in the local servicerepair shop. This appealingly quirky book captures the personality, individuality and style of the world of vespa through an eyecatching array of period photographs, including. Your vespa may or may not arrive with premixed gas oil mix in the fuel tank. How to do a ac conversion on your vespa gs 150 the.

Gl for gran sport, this is probably the scooter you think of when thinking classic motor scooter. The vespa px was first presented in 1977 in milan as the nuova linea model new line. However, the company worked a lot on the scooter and. One of the bestloved models was the vespa 150 gs introduced in 1955 with a 150 cc engine, a long saddle, and the faired. Its not a history of vespa rather its a history of the douglas vespa company in the uk. Vespa 150 gs, 1955 experts called it the most popular, imitated and remembered vespa model. There are a many books that are in and out of print that help with general maintenance and full repair of lambretta and vespa motor scooters. These stepthrough scoots go beyond the typical vespas and lambrettas. Here are some lambretta books i have found over the years, with a brief description of the contents. Restauration vespa piaggio 150 gs serie 2 1956 vintage scooter. 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. Painted steel and metal frame, rubber, leather, and plastic.

Vespa 150 vl1tvl3t gs160 vsb1t ss180 vsc1t p125x vnx1t p200e vsx1t parts books home. This book is an old faithful repair book published in 1990. The vespa gs 150 vs1 5 and 160 vsb were the vespa scooters of the late 50s and 60s. This is a great book and gives a lot of details over the history of the vespa. The vespa 946 is the purest and most modern expression of a style that for millions of travellers and fans is a byword for freedom and movement. Vespa is an italian brand of scooter manufactured by piaggio.

Vespa gs150 book batterycorrect size and look for the gs150dry cell so no messing with acid6 v 16ah 232mm x 32mm x 160mm. The restoration covered here is of a vbs vespa, with gs specification modifications. Address 48 john kent avenue, colchester, essex, co2 9eu vespa parts by categories. Most obviously there was a four speed gearbox, a first for a vespa. In comparison with the previous model, vespa 150 gs could reach a maximum speed of 100 kmh. It was in sad shape but restoration is my specialty. Restored vintage vespa and lambretta scooters for sale. Vespa prices, vespa values and book values nadaguides. Vespa gs manual is guaranteed to be fully funtional to save your precious time. Vespa px 150 technical specifications ultimate specs.

The motor on these more utilitarian vespas was also simplified at that time. It notes that it covers all vespa models from 1959 to 1978 but in reality it covers the vespa 90 v9a1t, 90 ssv9ss1t, racer v9ss2t, douglas 232l2, 125 vma1t, primavera vma2t, vespa 150douglas sportique vbb1t, 150 super vbc1t, gl150 vla1t, sprint 150 vlb1t, rally 180. This top quality vespa gs workshop repair service manual is complete and intact as should be without any missingcorrupt part or pages. Inside, the compression was raised, and the piston crown was changed to a more efficient a domed type.

Vespa gs150 for sale in uk 61 secondhand vespa gs150. Advertisement the p150x of 1977 evolved from the 19691979 145cc vlb 150 sprint veloce, but with a slight bore increase of 0. Many of these features were finally incorporated into the top of the line g. The road book, which each participant received, was perfect and such a. Vespa gs 150 specs 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960. Vespa 160 gs, 1962 this was born to continue the market success of the first gs, with a completely new design. We are a one stop shop for all your needs under one place.

Vespa 150 gl,1963 another new design for what has been called one of the bestlooking vespas produced by piaggio designers. The sport special edition of the vespa embodies the values of style, comfort, safety and sportiness of the most widely recognized scooter in the world while citing legendary models such as the 1955 vespa gs 150, the 1965 180 ss and the t5 pole position from 1985. Scooter was subject to a full rebuild at a cost of 7k a few years ago. Its remembered as the most beautiful scooter ever produced in the world and is now highly sort after. This book is originally from a large book covering the gs150 vs1t vs5t, gs160 vsb1t, and. That basic specification covers all 2stroke vespas from 1946 to 2007 including the longrunning p150x piaggios official model designation was vlx 150 px and its variants.

A five wire stator plate like from models 150, 125, gl, or others. Learn the history of the italian brand, from vespa origins to myths. Click individual pages below for a 9x6 14 200 dpi page. Vespa models list of all vespa models vintage, classic. The scooter started out as a 1963 vbc with a 150 cc engine. Vespa gs 150 specs 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961. You will also need an ac horn that works, a brake switch for a gs160 or ss180 without a battery, or a rally 180 its normally in the closed position. Ive always wanted a gs150 and finally one popped up. It notes that it covers all vespa models from 1959 to 1978 but in reality it covers the vespa 90 v9a1t, 90 ssv9ss1t, racer v9ss2t, douglas 232l2, 125 vma1t, primavera vma2t, vespa 150 douglas sportique vbb1t, 150 super vbc1t, gl150 vla1t, sprint 150 vlb1t, rally 180. The engine produces a maximum peak output power of and a maximum torque of. In this version sold from year 2005, the dry weight is 97. Cruise slowly, shifting gears, test brakes for the first 100 miles enabling all new parts to adjust themselves to each other, especially piston, rings and cylinders. Futurpiaggio english version book other gadgets vespa. Aug 09, 2019 in comparison with the previous model, vespa 150 gs could reach a maximum speed of 100 kmh.

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. There is a brief bit on the development of the original vespa scooter at the start but the book mainly focuses on the uk and uk built models and doesnt really cover the development of the whole company elsewhere in europe or the far east. Vespa gs 150 gs 160 gs160 side cowl panel flashes new. Get the best deals on vespa scooter accessories when you shop the largest online selection at. The vespa px 150 model is a scooter bike manufactured by vespa. This has to be one of the best gs 150 s in britain. The vespa was built with two drum brakes, a single. Since the introduction of the vespa 98 in vespa has been the icon of the scooter industry. Corporate history, personalities, competition, model evolution, advertising, marketing and technical its all there. The gs 150 was a milestone in the history of the scooter, not only for vespa but for the market as a whole.

The larger wheels put it in the highline category, but it did not have the same powerful motor as the performance scooters. In the 50s the market also changed and vespa became. A faithful reproduction of the 1967 edition of the book of the vespa gs and ss by j. In the 50s the market also changed and vespa became a symbol for young people to distinguish themselves. We have vespa literature covering every model of vespa including vnc super 125 vbc super 150 vlb sprint 150 vbb standard 150 125 gt v9a vna vespa u gs 150 ss180 gs 150 ss180 gs160 standard 90 50 ss50 ss90 150gl 90 racer 125 gtr 150 sprint veloce 180ss super sport rally 180 200 primavera 125 et3 pk50 pk50 xl pk50 roma 50s 50 special 50 special.

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. 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. But content wise it is hands down the book to own for the vespa enthusiast. However, the company worked a lot on the scooter and new models were prepared for the next years. Online scooter parts specialising in vespa and lambretta parts from spares and repairs to complete restoration.

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. Whether youre looking to add a new rear rack or windscreen, or you are rebuilding a threeport 150cc. The design also changed, with a much more aerodynamic body. Gadgets vespa store abbigliamento e accessori vespa. Indeed, piaggio had introduced a 150cc version of the vespa in. Apr, 2011 1974 rally 200, 1977 rally 200, 1958 ld125 mk iii, 1965 s. 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.