Vespa Et3, the history

Vespa 125 Primavera vs Vespa 125 Et3

What do the Vespa Primavera and the ET3 have in common and how are they different?

What makes them very different from a technical point of view is the presence of a new electronic ignition managed by a Ducati control unit, no longer with platinum points. This is a real revolution for the Vespa world, a change that winks at modernity, but which also favors those who wanted a vehicle that could be safer and that could make longer and longer journeys at a speed. sustained. How? The new electronic accession and the control unit signed by Ducati guarantee a prompt starting of the engine in any type of condition, but above all they allow it to "run" at high revs with greater regularity, greatly improving performance.

Another difference between the two models? The Et3, as its name announces, which contains the letters ET inside which stand for Elettronica 3 transfers, has three transfers in the cylinder instead of two and allows to reach a top speed of 98 km / h.

Finally, the Vespa Et3 has:

a "torpedo" muffler similar to the one already mounted on the 90SS with a silencer that can be removed,

a more welcoming saddle,

some details painted in matt dark gray

side stickers with the word "Electronic"

The historical context and the success of the Vespa Primavera

The Vespa Primavera achieved considerable success, but the Et3 was certainly the most loved model. The Primavera line represented for Vespa Piaggio the beginning of a real revolution in the world of scooters and became the protagonist of youth protests during the years of lead.

The historical moment in which the Vespa Primavera appeared on the market was very special. From the protests of the XNUMX people to the years of lead. In a certain period, the Vespa also became a real status symbol, a reason for disputes. There were those who said that the Primavera belonged to a specific political current, while the older models to another.

Despite this, an entire generation began to move with her and to love the world of two wheels after having traveled kilometers and kilometers, but above all after having had many experiences.

The love for the Vespa Primavera models and above all for the Et3 models has never ceased. Nowadays, collectors seem willing to go crazy just to have a copy in their garage.