Choosing tires

On a vintage Vespa, tires aren't chosen solely based on their tread pattern. Size, tube, rim, valve, and pressure must work together: the wrong part compromises grip, wear, and safety, even with a new tire.

Seasonal maintenance

A poorly turned tap, a dirty filter, or a tank full of deposits can turn a reliable Vespa into a vehicle that stalls. Before storing, check the fuel supply, fuel line, and reserve tank: a few simple steps can prevent difficult starting, leaks, and poor fueling.

Vespa 50 Special: How to distinguish a proper restoration from a piece-by-piece assembly

The Vespa 50 Special is one of the most desirable, but it often combines details from different years. Here's how to check the frame, engine, bodywork, and spare parts to distinguish a coherent restoration from a simple assembly, carefully choosing between the original and the aftermarket.

How to clean a Vespa carburetor

Vespa PX Carburetion: A Practical Guide to the SI Carburetor (20/20 and 24/24)

La Vespa PX carburetion It's not an opinion: either it's correct, or sooner or later the engine will have to pay the price (consumption, performance, temperatures... and in the worst case, seizure). Here you will find a concrete procedure for carbureting a Vespa PX with SI carburetor, without mincing words.

How to tune a Vespa ET3 Primavera with a 19mm SHBC carburetor

If you want carburetor Vespa ET3 correctly you have to think in a simple way: response to the gas, stability of the idle, temperature and spark plug. Dell'Orto SHBC 19/19 He's precise but sensitive: if you're thin, he lets you know (and not kindly).

BGM 200 Cylinder vs. Original Piaggio: Which One to Choose for Your Vespa PX 200?

When it comes time to replace the thermal unit of your car Vespa PX 200, the recurring question is always the same: is it better to stay on the original Piaggio cylinder or choose an improved version like the BGM 200 ccIn this article, we clearly and directly analyze the real differences between the two products, to help you choose the cylinder best suited to your driving needs.

Pinasco White Muffler

The Vespa tuning icon from the 70s and 80s is back

Officina Tonazzo Reviews: How We Really Work and Shipping Times

If you're looking for reviews or opinions on Officina Tonazzo, you're probably interested in understanding how we really work: delivery times, reliability, and customer service. Here, we'll explain it to you directly, without beating around the bush.

EICMA 2025: Aftermarket Innovations for Vintage Vespas

EICMA 2025 confirmed a clear trend: the world of vintage Vespas continues to grow and enthusiasts are increasingly demanding modern, reliable components that are consistent with the aesthetic identity of the historic models.

Between next-generation engine cases, iconic returns like the Pinasco enamel muffler, modernized brakes and heritage accessories, the aftermarket sector is more active than ever.