Vespa gs 150 history book

View our entire inventory of new or used vespa motorcycles. 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. 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. Vespa motorcycles for sale used motorcycles on oodle. Most obviously there was a four speed gearbox, a first for a vespa. This page is for the owners, past owners, fans of the vespa gs range of motor scooter. Indeed, piaggio had introduced a 150cc version of the vespa in. After i completed my last vbb 150 and drove it for 5 years i had a list of things i wanted to change. Click individual pages below for a 9x6 14 200 dpi page.

Find information about the worlds most iconic scooter brand, vespa, its latest model lineup, and dealer networks. While the rest of the west may have found motorcycles more appealing to some extent, scooters capture the heart and sould of italy. 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. Find vespa motorcycles for sale in dallas on oodle classifieds. But content wise it is hands down the book to own for the vespa enthusiast. Futurpiaggio english version book other gadgets vespa. Vintage vespa 150cc 1956 mod classic scooter vespa restoration from start to finish duration. The exhaust silencer, carburettor and suspension were also new. We have over 300,000 vespa parts and vespa accessories in stock and carry only the highest quality available. Established in 1946, vespa is the italian scooter subsidiary of piaggio, currently operating across the globe.

In this vespa gs workshop repair service manual you can find. Vespa 150 super specs 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965. The vespa 150 gs of 1955 was the first sports model to reach 100 kmh, followed by the 180 ss in 1965. Vespa gs 150 the gs 150 vs5 scooters that vespa sent to the u. Vespa prices, vespa values and book values nadaguides. Comprehensive explanations of all installation, removal, disassembly, assembly, repair and check procedures are laid out with the individual steps in sequential order.

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. 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. We are a one stop shop for all your needs under one place. The elongated seat and the large 10inch wheels fundamentally altered the vespa line. 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. In other words, this vespa was a milestone in scooter history. 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. Vespa 150 gs, 1955 experts called it the most popular, imitated and remembered vespa model.

Once repainted in red, unfortunately filler has appeared. This book is more expensive than others of similar venue. 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. In the 50s the market also changed and vespa became a symbol for young people to distinguish themselves. Select a 1967 vespa vbc super 150 motorcycle value kelley. Allstate scooters were sold in the usa by sears and were basically vespas except for small differences. Join millions of people using oodle to find unique used motorcycles, used roadbikes, used dirt bikes, scooters, and mopeds for sale. The larger wheels put it in the highline category, but it did not have the same powerful motor as the performance scooters. One of the bestloved models was the vespa 150 gs introduced in 1955 with a 150 cc. Then came the 50 cc of 1963, and in 1968 vespa 125 primavera became one of the most durable of all. You can view the bikes at our large east london showroom which is open monday to saturday.

Learn more vespa s rich history and heritage, and its entry into india. There are a many books that are in and out of print that help with basic tuning of lambretta and vespa motor scooters. These stepthrough scoots go beyond the typical vespas and lambrettas. This book is originally from a large book covering the gs150 vs1t vs5t, gs160 vsb1t, and.

Select a 1967 vespa vbc super 150 motorcycle value. 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. Our current selection of vintage vespa and lambretta scooters for sale, can be sold as is or with varying levels of restoration or customisation. However, the company worked a lot on the scooter and. Download john thorpes hard to find maintenance book for gs160s and ss180. 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. Get a free insurance quote today and see how much you can save.

The design also changed, with a much more aerodynamic body. Vespa models list of all vespa models vintage, classic. Vespa is an italian brand of scooter manufactured by piaggio. It is not just the hub the gs fly wheel is considerably lighter than the ss. The p200 motor was great but needed a little more power for the san francisco hills. They made sense in post wwii 1946 and with modern technology make sense today. Restored vintage vespa and lambretta scooters for sale. However, the new future challenges are not neglected. The crank and flywheel from the gs are superior and the con rod for the ss. Corporate history, personalities, competition, model evolution, advertising, marketing and technical its all there. The first vespa with sports features to be mass produced, the 150 gs leveraged. 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. He has thirty years of experience as a professional photographer, specializing in airtoair. 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.

Were 100% focused on being the most reliable and trustworthy vespa shop in america. 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 scooters are known for their distinct design comprised of painted steel unibody, complete cowling for the engine, a flat floorboard, and prominent front fairing. It says that the ausberg gs 150 was painted in the same colour as the italians.

This is the earliest book i have found in the pitman motor cycle library that deals with vespa scooters. The vbb is a great bike but i thought i could do a better job on this time round. May 26, 2011 it is not just the hub the gs fly wheel is considerably lighter than the ss. Click the books to the left to connect to the serveta parts manual library manuals are in spanish. Find vespa motorcycles for sale on oodle classifieds.

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. How to replace the gear selector classic vespa largeframe. In this version sold from year 1960, the dry weight is 98. I started by buying a reproduction parts book from vespa motorsport in san diego and noting all the parts i would need. I have posted most of my fumblings with the bike to hopefully help out anyone else interested. Vespa 160 gs, 1962 this was born to continue the market success of the first gs, with a completely new design. Scooter was subject to a full rebuild at a cost of 7k a few years ago. 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. A preseries version of this model is now on display at the piaggio museum.

Haynes lives in maple grove, minnesota, with his wife and children. Apr 17, 2018 1961 vespa gs 150 vs5 walkaround duration. Aug 09, 2019 in comparison with the previous model, vespa 150 gs could reach a maximum speed of 100 kmh. Gs150 vs1t through vs5t parts book click individual pages below for a 9x6 14 200 dpi page. The gs 150 was a milestone in the history of the scooter, not only for vespa but for the market as a whole. Selling due to crippling arthritis or it wouldnt be getting sold. Vespa 150 gl,1963 another new design for what has been called one of the bestlooking vespas produced by piaggio designers. This section has both owners manuals and parts books as they were bound as a single book. The headlamp was moved up to the handlebars in 1953 and had more engine power and a restyled rear fairing. You deserve a reliable source for all your vespa needs and we strive to be your goto shop. Inside, the compression was raised, and the piston crown was changed to a more efficient a domed type.

In the 50s the market also changed and vespa became a symbol for young people to. 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. Since 1946, vespa has been an icon of italian style loved around the world. Welcome to the official vespa website of vespa india. There are only 2 spaces left if interested please book asap. Vespa gs150 for sale in uk 60 secondhand vespa gs150. Vespa motorcycles for sale in dallas used motorcycles on. Online scooter parts specialising in vespa and lambretta parts from spares and repairs to complete restoration. You want to buy a classic piaggio vespa 150 gs motorcycle. A faithful reproduction of the 1967 edition of the book of the vespa gs and ss by j.

However, the company worked a lot on the scooter and new models were prepared for the next years. Here are some lambretta books i have found over the years, with a brief description of the contents. He is the author and illustrator of thirteen childrens books. 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 px was first presented in 1977 in milan as the nuova linea model new line.

But the earlier models are more rare and, to his mind, represent the pinnacle of classically styled vespa motor scooters. 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. 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. This has to be one of the best gs 150 s in britain. 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. Vespa gs workshop repair service manual pdf tradebit. Li 125 to li 150 spec, other standard barrel conversions, defines stage 1 tuning on. 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.

The 125 primavera of 1968 became one of the symbols of a generation that left its mark on the history of the world. Its remembered as the most beautiful scooter ever produced in the world and is now highly sort after. That includes researching and sourcing the best books on collectible and rare bikes available anywhere. This vespa gs service repair manual is intended as a handy, easy to read reference book for the mechanics and diy persons. All vespas are refurbished in vietnam, to the highest standard. We dont just sell vespa parts, we live and breathe vespa. 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. The complete history from 1946, published in 2011 to celebrate vespas 65th anniversary. Vespa accessories book from a danish dealer duration. The vespa super 150 super model is a scooter bike manufactured by vespa. Vespa 150 vl1tvl3t gs160 vsb1t ss180 vsc1t p125x vnx1t p200e vsx1t parts books home. It also used the 8liter fuel tank from the p200x which, with its better fuel.