I'm almost 80 years old and as a result of riding for 55+ years, have accumulated over 500,000 miles on two-wheeled vehicles. Two of them have been Vespas (GT200 and a brand new GTS 300 HPE) I also owned and rode a Kymco 150 Like. All the rest of have been motorcycles, ranging from 90CC to 1600CC. There is a difference between Vespas and other scooters. Some call it heritage, a lifestyle, a culture....and you do pay extra for it. The same holds true for Harley Davidson motorcycles. What I also know is that at 80 years of age, I am no longer strong enough to "horse around" 700 to 900 lb. motorcycles. My GTS 300 at 360 pounds fits my present physical strength just fine, and I still take great joy at leaving most cars "in the dust" when I take off from a stop light. Having said that, I try to always remember that it's not what you ride, but that you're riding. Enjoy your two wheels, and stay safe!

@Felix-fy7ki

Жыл бұрын

This comment is describing it perfectly!

@ashleyrhodes9974

Жыл бұрын

The Kymco Like is a great scooter. Superb look and overbraked for such a light vehicle. Plus, ownership allows you to stick two fingers up to the Chinese Communist Party. What's not to like?

@mickturner957

Жыл бұрын

I've heard it said this way...It's Not the Bike, It's the Ride

@davidd1289

Жыл бұрын

Have you ever had a bad accident? 500000 miles wow

@arioskuter8926

Жыл бұрын

Did you mean it's still suitable for 80 years old Sir?

Great video, and you have pointed out the most significant "User requirement advantages" that set VESPA away from the competition. Here's my take on it, If I may....as someone who has run all sorts of motorcycles including VESPA products. Firstly, have to say that I no commercial connection to the VESPA brand, I've 40 plus years of experience of 2 wheeled transport and my experience tells me one over-riding truth. THE difference is simple. You can still buy service parts for the original 1940s Vespa Scooters in Italian dealer shops. The internet is a wonderful thing! I don't think you will be able to say that for KYMCO in 70 years time. Vespa scooters cost way more to make than an alternative brand as they are built to be ABLE to be repaired. Even the very latest ones are built to be able to be repaired and give very long service. Pay Cheap, pay twice as they say.

I have always had sports bikes, but a couple of weeks ago I bought my first Vespa 300 HPE. It's become my preferred mode of transport and is so much fun. The Vespa definitely feels premium and I have no regrets buying it. Great review BTW.

@GopinathMEP

Ай бұрын

Do you still feel the same? I'm planning on getting one.

Owning a Vespa is different … Vespas are not just a scooter you own. They are part of the family ❤

If you disassemble the Vespa scooter and the other scooters you will understand for sure that they are poles apart. Only the Indian made Vespas are a disgrace to the Piaggio group("Make in India project"--Govt of India) by my experience within a year they made me a "scooter mechanic" it all started from the cheap quality ignition rotary switch and list simply goes on and on .😍😍😍 Nice work . From Kerala ,India.

@trivikramgavara

Жыл бұрын

Could you please elaborate on why you had to refer Make In India and Govt of India into this discussion about Vespas?

@nitroAle

Жыл бұрын

Man,I don't know... I'm Italian, I own a Pk50s from 82, a Cosa 125 from 88, and a lml star 200 4t. And i love the star. It's a evolution from the px serie.

@fasullodavvero

Жыл бұрын

@@nitroAle " And i love the star. It's a evolution from the px " Amico mio,tu hai poche idee mooooooolto confuse sulla LML

@goawaytours

Жыл бұрын

Modern Italian made Vespas are shockingly bad. Frames rust in front of your eyes and the engines are unreliable. The Indian ones go on forever. Older Italian heritage geared Vespas we’re great.

@fasullodavvero

Жыл бұрын

@@goawaytours Dovresti parlare solo di cose che conosci,e tu le Vespe *NON* le conosci.

I've ridden two wheels for 55 years, from BMWs, to Hondas and everything else. I had knee injuries in the Navy, and that stopped me from riding motorcycles because my right knee bending is limited, bend it too much for too long and, oh, the pain. Scooters are like sitting in a chair. I've had a 1987 Honda Elite 150 for 13 years, I added a Honda 250 Reflex, then a Suzuki Burgman 400 and now, what you bought, a 2017 Vespa GTS 300, in Ferrari red, after all, I am Italian and my last name is close enough, Ferraro. It will cruise at 65 to 70 easy. Thanks for the episodes.

@user-ss6zt2mo1l

4 күн бұрын

Sounds like fun

Simple and straight to the point. I love your vlog!

Great Channel You`ve got here, lady! Been riding all sorts of scooters for 25 years (Im 44 now) but just bought my third Vespa (... and second GTS:) Love the community and love Vespas. Gonna be pimping my new GTS this winter, for sure. ALL bells and whistles. Please make episodes about all the great accessories you can get for the Vespas. The selection of accessories, Vespas own or aftermarket, is huge! Greetings from a Norwegian Scooterist.

Thanks! Appreciated your review and notes on the differences between your two wheel experiences. And, I loved taking a ride around the Ft. Collins area. My sister-in-law used to live there, but we haven't been in quite a while. Planning on buying a Vespa 300 HPE too! Thanks again!

This is a great video! Thanks for explaining the differences. Sounds like I would probably appreciate the quality of a Vespa.

@ScooterNewbie

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! You have no idea what your support means to me!

Bought a Vespa S50 2 stroke 2010, best bike I have ever owned and done literally thousands of miles which touch wood have been trouble free, the build, ride quality and handling are fantastic.

Thank you! I am looking at all brands of scooters, and the ABS on the Vespa gives it a serious edge!

@Gabriel-kz6kb

2 жыл бұрын

Don't know how it is in the US but here in Europe all Brands have ABS. (They need it at least on one axle by law)

In 98 I was a trained mechanic for Ducati , Aprilia , Moto Guzzi & Vespa . I have owned all but the Aprilia but not because it wasn’t a quality motorcycle . It had to do with what I liked . I owned and tested both the Vespa ET2 and ET4 . Both models were fun , solid and reliable to drive . Vespa has built its reputation through many years of development . They are the premier classic scooter to own if you can afford one .

Very nice overview. You covered all the right stuff.

I'm loving your videos, I've been a motorcyclist for 30 years but just bought a pair of Buddy Scooters for my son and I to enjoy together. I have the 170i and he has the 125, and your videos have been really helpful. Also, I used to live in the Houston area, North Houston in Cypress, and South Houston in Pearland - that traffic is no joke.

@ScooterNewbie

2 жыл бұрын

Ha! You've got an automatic buddy to ride Buddys with! That makes me smile. Hopefully you can keep smiling with minimal traffic wherever you landed! I take 518 often into Pearland, but I can't imagine Cypress traffic!

Thank you for sharing all of your research with everyone! This was wonderfully helpful. Cheers

@ScooterNewbie

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

That was a great video and I have thoroughly enjoyed all of them. BUT now you are including the Vespa in your films Love it , Love it , Love it Thank you very much. Mark from Maryland

@ScooterNewbie

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Mark! It’s a great scooter, but I’m going to struggle to let my beloved Buddy Kick go in the same breath! 😂

Yeah the reason people love Vespa so much (apart from its looks of course) is its history. Scooters existed before the Vespa but the Vespa was the ancestor of basically all scooters as we know them today. Sure there are plenty of very good competitors out there (several of which I have owned and loved) but none of them have that history and just pure class. That's what you pay for, if its worth the extra money or not is down to the individual but there's clearly more than enough people willing to pay the extra to keep them in business.

@mickturner957

Жыл бұрын

Speaking of Brittish, I purchased a 1972 Norton Comando Combat, it was a 750cc and did a sub 12 second quarter mile, pretty fast in that day in time. One scooter/bike I always wanted but never got was a Mustang Stallion, they were a small motorcycle and ran quite fast for a 12HP motor. Look them up, they have a lot of class!

Hello from Houston!!! Galleria area. I have no idea why this video popped up but I sure did enjoy it. You have a new subscriber!

my first two wheeler was a Vespa PK50 from 1988, it was slow af but a lot of fun!

Great review. You ticked the topic very well. I have had a Vespa Sprint 150cc, which I now miss and am thinking about the GTS 300 before the next summer.

Your Videos are AWESOME!!!! Congratulations on the NEW VESPA!!!!

@ScooterNewbie

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks on both fronts! I follow you on IG, but somehow I didn’t realize you have a channel until today!

A few years ago, I bought a used Vespa 300 GTV in CA. It’s a very fun scooter. When I bought a house in TX, I was looking for a Suzuki Burgman 650 Executive. I looked and rode 2 used ones and passed on them. They weren’t as fast out of the hole, weren’t as smooth and the “transmission” feels weird when slowing to a stop. I then found a new one just out of the box at a dealer in Houston (they quit importing them in 2018 for some reason) and I got it for $3K under sticker. It rides the same as the used ones. It’s main advantage is that it is more competent at 65mph+ than the Vespa-plus it has a power windshield and power mirrors.

This was a great overview, and very accurate!

When I first got the scooter bug I wanted nothing but a Vespa. An ET4 particularly. This was around 2005/06, but when I finally got my license in 2010 and went to look at Vespas again they had priced themselves out of my business. Plus, I had since discovered that they tended to have electrical problems or were difficult to find parts for, or they took a while to order. It’s still a great brand, but not the only amazing fish in the sea.

@ScooterNewbie

2 жыл бұрын

You are sooo right…. There are a ton of great scooters out there, so spending beyond the value it provides you is foolish!

@rossydv

2 жыл бұрын

@@ScooterNewbie but any that aren't repulsive?

@geraldscott4302

2 жыл бұрын

@@ScooterNewbie There may be a lot of decent scooters out there, but there is only one Vespa. I noticed that you did wind up with one after all.

@SakuraPT2

2 жыл бұрын

True, it's more easier to find parts for Vespa here in Europe and find second hands to, my dream is to one day own a vespa and a classic fiat lol

@ScooterwolfsMotovlog

2 жыл бұрын

@@SakuraPT2 I would also jump at a chance to get a Vespa. It's so iconic and cool. A 50cc would be perfect because my wife could ride it as well.

I don't have to much experience on anything other than piaggio's but what I can say is the Piaggio mono front forks ride so much better than anything else they make a huge difference.

had a P200 , have a Sport 100, PGO, Honda Elite 150 and a 2019 Primavera. It not just about price. Quality and tradition is what matters.

If I ever bought a scooter, and I might, it would be a Vespa and I love how they look

@ScooterNewbie

Жыл бұрын

I feel all of that!

great info…very informative

I love those Vespas since I was 8 years old in 1965 while visiting family in Greece...way cool

My Corgi bought me a 300GTS (red) in 2010 for Father's Day. It has been perfectly reliable, still great fun to ride , gets 65mpg and is way sportier than the uninitiated might imagine. Of the ca. 30 motorcycles I've owned, the Vespa, along with my '73 BMW R5, are my favorites.

I think you did a good job on this. Both objective and subjective, empirical as well as nuanced.

Great job. Thoroughly enjoyed your video and the information you shared.

@ScooterNewbie

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Do you have a Vespa? Or just curious?

@Earnknee555

2 жыл бұрын

@@ScooterNewbie I had a 1965 Vespa as a kid. Metallic blue with chrome wrap around engine / rear bars.

Thank you for creating this channel and the content. I own a HUGE touring bike that I use as a daily commuter and long trip ride. BUT my 1.5 hour one way work commute on a bike, year round…even in the snow…is making my wife nervous. I am looking at selling my big bike and using the cash to purchase a Vespa for both of us, and a dirt bike for my adventure fix. Keep up the content! Good stuff. I think we will get a Vespa 150cc Tour. Ciao!

@ScooterNewbie

2 жыл бұрын

Oh my… year round…1.5 hours… in the snow even?! Hard core rider! Kudos for looking for a win-win in the house, too. 😂 Please share when you guys get your scooters! I’m thrilled to hear that kind of good news!! I had no idea that I’d be making scooter content, but that kind of story is why I make time for it. ❤️

@darcychu9652

2 жыл бұрын

It would be safer to buy scooter with ABS snd TCS for long commuting. The smaller wheels on scooters might require you to change your riding habits. 150 c.c. might not be powerful to carry both of you for touring. A scooter of long wheel base with top box to lean on for back seat passenger could be more comfortable on long ride. There are plenty of scooters around 300 c.c. could be your choice.

Very nice presentation - so honest and straight. I feel the same about the Vespa.

Good video. Riding Vespas since 1995 from 200 cc Rally 200 ( 1977 ) to currently on a 2008 GTS 300. Also , never buy new ! There is always a nearly new second hand one out there from someone who had second thoughts about rinding / owning two wheels. That's how you get your massive discount on brand new dealer prices.

@nickblue3

2 жыл бұрын

Thats the way to do it! I got a 2020 Vespa GTS Touring with HPE for $5300 and it had only 635 miles and equipped with beautiful hard case, same color!

@dj_kenobi

Жыл бұрын

Your comment is what I was looking for. Im just about to buy a vespa but saw secondhand vespas for sale. Thanks

Honestly, You're so cool and I really appreciate your spreadsheet.

@ScooterNewbie

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words, & glad you found the spreadsheet helpful.

You along with many others caused me to go take a test ride and I was sold within 1 block 1 turn and 1 speed bump. Took the 2022 demo back and bought a new white 2023 GTS SS Loving this new ride and my Honda Forza 300 is reluctantly for sale as it is a great bike too but just not of the same level as Vespa..

I'm 73 now and at age 14 I was growing up in Oklahoma at that time you could get a license at 14. My parents bought me a Vespa 150 , it was a great time and place to grow up in America. I still ride motorcycles but will probably end my riding life on a Vespa.

my vespa come out next week!!!..u make me more exiteddd

Great video...thanks.

Hi, I am a motorbike newbie and enjoyed your video. I own a 2014 Can Am Spyder STS with 2 up capability. I hope to buy my now 12 year old daughter her first scooter someday. I hope you and your family have a fabulous summer.

Good answer! If you want to improve performance of your scooter, Vespa has more off the shelf gear to do that compared to the OTHER brands of scooter.

I love the fact that in your US dealership there's a union jack by the vespa's. It's weird how the UK has become synonymous and inseparable with scooters. I'm not sure about modern scooters but they have a good reputation here in the UK. Scomadi and Royal alloy are both good also. Are they worth the extra? I don't know. I would imagine they are. In the long run you'll never have a problem with parts and there will always be mechanics that can work on them. I can still buy parts for my lambretta gp despite the fact that lambretta went out of business in 1971. Also if you want to tune your scooter there are a lot of companies catering for vespa.

Nice video, over the last 20 year I've owned alot of big name scooters, in my opinion nothing beats the iconic vespa.i own 250ie vespa and nothing beats the fun,the ride and lots of people come over when I'm stopped and want to know about it thanks for your video

@ScooterNewbie

2 жыл бұрын

That’s so good to hear you say that about the Vespa with your experience! I never know if I’m newbie naive or it’s a legit feeling when I hop on & discover something new-to-me. I spent 6 months test driving all the scooters in this range that I could in this case…just to make sure!

@chuckbayman

2 жыл бұрын

@@ScooterNewbie heres one more thing, vespas will last longer than other scooters.watch vespa scooters on any you videos and look how many are older models.20 thru 50 plus years old.mine will probably be my last buy

@geddstock

Жыл бұрын

I’ll raise you the lambretta f you think a Vespa looks better than a lambretta your fuckin blind….

Hey! Very grateful for your video! What is it like scooting around Houston? I’m shopping for a scooter/moped for the Atlanta area which I assume might be similar to Houston. Your video was really helpful! I’m looking forward to watching more.

@ScooterNewbie

2 жыл бұрын

I don’t know why this comment just showed up for me, but I’d think driving is similar between ATL & HOU. People just aren’t looking out for 2 wheelers everywhere for sure. Suburban moms are worse than big trucks, though. 😂 Stay alert & enjoy the ride!

I had a Vespa 180 rally back in 1973 at the age of 17 bought for less than £100.

I've got a vespa px 200 with gears, great fun to ride and love the smell of the two stroke..

In my opinion, I'd much rather have a used Vespa than a newer alternative. I especially like P-series Vespas. They were some of the best scooters ever made. They are so easy to work on yourself and are super reliable.

As a owner of a 1970 Vespa GTR in the UK, I can honestly say it was a great review. It's about time a lady in the scooter world did a comparison and a critique. You do pay for the brand, that's just life. But you do buy into the heritage that's lasted the time and has developed scootering for other brands to use.

@geraldscott4302

2 жыл бұрын

Besides a 2006 Vespa GT200, I also Have a 1979 Vespa P200E 2 stroke manual shift manual clutch scooter. I will never give that one up. But I have been seriously considering trading my GT200 for a 300GTS. It's the HPE thing that scares me. They cut the major maintenance intervals literally in half. That has to make you wonder. And if you are a high mileage rider like I am (60K+ miles on my GT200) all that maintenance could get VERY expensive. Why is it necessary on the HPE and not on the regular GTS300?

@mickturner957

Жыл бұрын

My heritage with Vespa goes back to when they had handlebars...

Lambies ruled back in the day. I had a cometa, then Li 125, Li 150, and finally a TV 200 which I sold for 30 sobs. Worth a lot now !

Excellent video and I love your Vespa!! Definitely the weight of that beautiful scooter will be like going from a tiny car to large car. From a Suzuki Burgman fan(atic) 🤣 to you, great job!! 😁

@jcampbell2481

Жыл бұрын

Love my Burgman 400!

Vespa is great - they have 59-70 years of research and development- built in..it's refined...nudged twords perfect..one model year at a time , style is nice , but the man hole cover ...it is steady in rough seas..you much safer when your in command an control..smoothness is pure safety ( too)...

I have a Vespa sprint 50, I love it so much

bought my wife a vespa primavera for her 71st birthday,end of june. i bought a vespa 300 hpe super at the same time. excellent quality in our opinion. I am 73.

@ScooterNewbie

Жыл бұрын

Whoa! Talk about the happiest of birthdays! How are you guys enjoying them? Were you both familiar with riding before?

@johnbellamy6449

Жыл бұрын

@@ScooterNewbie we have both ridden for years .in the 1970 s we used honda stepthrus for work .we had big bikes and sidecar outfits also .

@johnbellamy6449

Жыл бұрын

from Linda, have a wonderfull time as i have , you will encourage other ladies also ,please let us know and keep in touch .

Have to admit I laughed out loud at the price tag at 0:13 for the "VEPSA." Oops. As always, appreciate the details and analyses, and in this video the detailed price comparison at the 300cc class. Well done! I know you've been shopping for a while now, wondering if you've seen a lot of variability on the dealer add-on costs beyond the MSRP? Maybe a video topic?

@ScooterNewbie

2 жыл бұрын

Oh, let me document that. It’s not as different as you’d think, but it DEFINITELY adds a lot to that MSRP. 😣

I love the video!

Yay! You finally got a Vespa…good choice!

Thank you for the great video. Vespas are nice. Many of my friends are part of Vespa clubs. However, I just want a scooter to get me to work and back home. Price is a factor. Even when I rode motorcycles, I did not care about looking cool. I care about going to work.

Waiting for more videos!!!!

I always enjoy your videos so much! It makes me hope for more scooter dealers in Puerto Rico, haha! 🛵 Thanks for this video (and all of your videos) it's so helpful to me. I get excited when I see you post 🤣

@ScooterNewbie

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I would have thought Puerto Rico would be a great place to ride, so it’s shocking to me that you don’t have more options!

@estebanaquinorivera7653

2 жыл бұрын

hey! nice to see other puertoricans here. I have never ever riden a scooter but its been a dream of mine since a year ago now that i got a house of my own. Too bad the market here is really niche and the streets don't feel as safe for cyclists. Do you have your licence? what has been your experience?

@certifiedbruhmoment85

2 жыл бұрын

@@estebanaquinorivera7653 Heya! I wish I could help, but currently I'm just researching everything first. If I do manage to get a scooter sometime, I'll try to remember to tell you! 👍

@certifiedbruhmoment85

2 жыл бұрын

@@ScooterNewbie Yeah, it's sad. But I hope that when I need one, I can buy one here!

You can buy something besides a Piaggio brand/Vespa but several years down the road my Vespa will still be running and I can still get parts for my Vespa, including that 1978 P125X

I had Vespa and Gilera, it is all Piaggio, but the Vesp is a Vesp. The Gilera has the same engine in my case, but the concept is complete different,.. Gilera is the sportish design with not much details, just sportish and with 200cc 19hp alwasy to fast in downtown :) Vesp: is the difference of the Metallbody of the Vesp,design, detail, comfort, Hooks for bags and a nicer seat for your sweet dreams behind you... I is a Lifestyle.. But do not forget the Beverly it is a very good alternative with bigger wheels and same engine without a metallframe.. But cheaper..

great review

Vespa is a great scooter ther well built with quality metal and the engine is reliable mine is a 2015 model gts125ie with 21,000 miles and it's been great very reliable have a look at royal alloy gp300 liquid cooled scooter it uses a vespa engine and looks exactly like a lambretta. Great video

You are a natural data analyst. I'm sold on the Vespa.

@ScooterNewbie

Жыл бұрын

Ha! Thanks! I'd love to hear which model & color you go with. That's half the fun is picking a color!

Thank you!! 💚💙

Have you looked into Piaggio scooters, like the Liberty range? Also, have you looked at the newer electric ones? Like the Vespa Elettrica or the Piaggio 1 Active?

Hi Renee. Another great video. Thanks for your input on the Vespa. Yes, Vespa is a bit more pricey so you really got to think if you’re willing to pay the price. But if the Vespa model you check out have what you’re looking for and rides comfortable and willing to pay for the cost then it’s with getting. It sounded like you needed a scooter that had a bit more Go for that Houston driving. So, it’s understandable why you would look into a more powerful scooter. So, did you get that White Vespa? That was a nice scooter. I see you came to San Antonio and went to the Motorcycle Shop. I from SA. I hope you enjoyed the trip to SA and your visit to the Motorcycle Shop. That’s where I’m going to get my scooter at. Anyways, Thanks again for the video. I always enjoy watching them. Be Well.

@ScooterNewbie

2 жыл бұрын

I have been to The Motorcycle Shop several times in this process, and Jason & team have been super helpful (not to mention patient). 😂 Check out the KYMCO People when you visit. It’s solid competition to the Liberty you had your eye on.

@ScooterNewbie

2 жыл бұрын

Oh. And budget time & money for the food in that same strip center. We have now savored at all (tacos, burgers, dessert & Carribean), and we haven’t had anything less than awesome! 😆

Excellent information here! I personally think that Vespa motor bikes are very well made. Not to compare motor bikes but the Honda C 90 are something to look into. If you can find a well cared for bike of the past. Just the history of sales is insane and incredible, where multiple countries have had them and still use them and put tons of miles on them them!! They are simple to work on, extremely durable basically a tank!! And most importantly the price is way more affordable. The Honda super Cub 125 they now sell still holds the classic look and built to last as well, getting excellent gas mileage and very comfy to ride, also has wind protection fairings which come in handy when it's colder weather. There is a man (Ed march) I believe, on KZread which has gone traveling all over the world 🌎 🌍 with one of those Honda c90's it is mind blowing the abuse and constant use he has the poor bike through... Thx for sharing, yeah Vespas are special for sure. The older models that are rebuild and cared for are stunning to see. Even the new ones seem to hold similar quality everyone is used to seeing. It's just that some pockets can not afford them lol.

@sewwilson4185

Жыл бұрын

The old c90 are a great bike, but the new supercub has way too much plastic for me 😢

Good presentation, I totally agree with all you say....Vespa rules for design..

0:54 right side the red edition I got one aswell it’s so beautiful

TY for this. What are your thoughts on the Lance Havana?

@ScooterNewbie

2 жыл бұрын

I liked it, and it was on my short list when I first started riding. Have you seen one in person yet? Love the classic look of it!

Good video. Today, I test drove a Vespa for the first time. It handled and performed great. I was completely shocked. In the past, I perceived Vespas to be too girlie and overpriced.

going to work and city travel using my beloved primavera 50th anniversary edition, its nice, comfy, and easy i love it haha

@ScooterNewbie

Жыл бұрын

Sounds great! Especially when the sky is blue & the sun in shinin'!

Had a Piaggio, Suzuki and Aprillia,. They were all nice to ride with the Aprillia by far the best. Brands like Sym and Kymco appear to be quality as well.

Excellent video. I found the Honda PCX worked quite well for me. Variety is a good thing.

@ScooterNewbie

Жыл бұрын

You are absolutely spot on with the variety! (and thank you!)

@johnbellamy6449

Жыл бұрын

have owned two p c x s ,great machines .

@Thecuredublin-tw8cf

9 ай бұрын

Honda is much better like Vespa . I have SH

solid review. Lot of good information. Been riding motorcyles for 20+ years and have been looking for last two years at scooters. Live in a cool place to cruise and am looking for something simple. Not highway speeds so looking at 150cc not the 300. Though I tend to think bigger is better, I just don't think I'll ever use it.

@ScooterNewbie

Жыл бұрын

I like a solid 150 myself! Keep the nimble vibes with more than enough oomph for cruising around. Can't wait to hear what you choose!

Got to admit though, its an ICON

That monocoque metal body is great if you live in a warm climate, but rusts from the inside out if you live in a coastal area or ride during winter were the roads are salted. That's why I won't ride mine here during winter.

Buy cheap and you get a 'Cheap' Scooter! Modern Vespa's are the top end of the Table for Quality and Ride! I own a Vespa Douglas 1981 and a modern GTS300 2021, my wife has a GTS125 and we love them! (Biker with many years of experience on Fireblades, Ninjas' and GSXR's) We go for long rides around the South Coast of the UK and recently a road trip to 'The Isle of Wight!' Very good video!!!

@ScooterNewbie

2 жыл бұрын

Wow! What a garage?! Thank you!

Anyone that can help me chose between Vespa Sprint 50 with some mods for a stronger ignition, or a standard Peugeot Django 50 cc with no modifications ? I might add a new cylinder over time if easy to do on these, but some people warn me that new modern-day scooters need computer software to tune them... I am not sure that is true.. ... but how to choose between these models really? quality, functions, strength uphill, comfort etc? what to consider between them?

Nice vid Growing up in the 60s Lambrettas were just so much cooler

Hey short riders looking for a bike. There are a ton of Honda Rebel 250s' out there and they are faster than a scoot of the same size and cheap. Good way to get the skills to move to a bike later.

Thanks for the info, my first scooter 7 years ago was a Buddy 150, I just recently purchased the 75th anniversary Vespa 150. The Buddy has become hard to start but once its going runs and drives great. You are totally correct about the Vespa, it rides better and with fuel injection starts easier. I only have 30 miles on the Vespa and I kept the Buddy because trading it in was hardly worth it. The dealership would only give me $700 because they didn't want it. I do have a bit of buyers remorse on the Vespa because I spent so much but it truly is a work of art and I hope it will maintain its value.

@ScooterNewbie

2 жыл бұрын

I have had bursts of remorse, too! I’m generally fairly frugal, & right after I bought it, I started working from home! We did get rid of a vehicle in the house, but I know the remorse you’re talking about! I don’t know why, but I love the circle bag on the 75th editions! I am going to sell my Buddy Kick soon. I was tossing around the idea of keeping it, but I can’t see riding it enough with the 300 in the garage. 😞

@darcychu9652

2 жыл бұрын

The Buddy is a solid scooter made in Taiwan with carburetor, so you have to ride it at least once a week to keep the carburetor from clogging. In fact, those scooters made in Asia(except China) are as reliable as Vespa, even better. There are 20 million scooters in Taiwan. Local people are using scooters heavily as daily workhorse, so durability becomes the major concern of local manufacturers. Local scooters' driving belts can last 30,000 kilometers while Vespa's need to be changed every 10,000 kilometers. Rust is also the foible of Vespa, let alone the scratches, dents and dings due to tip over. Vespa may be iconic, but overpriced.

@tennisbum3686

2 жыл бұрын

@@darcychu9652 I am concerned about the rusting on the metal body of the Vespa and the dealer and Piaggio, neither willing to help the owner of the scooter, this stops me from buying a new 300.

@keviemac

Жыл бұрын

@@tennisbum3686 I'veonly been into Vespa for a couple of years and frankly this is the first mention of Rust i have heard, from what i have heard and seen Rust is just not an issue. have a look at a few videos, particularly the restoration videos they don't have to deal with significant rust issues, until perhaps they have been in a dump for 20 years. From my experience buying Vespa has been the best vehicle investment i have ever made, my first commute Vespa paid for its self in fuel savings within a year and brings a bucket of joy. I hope you reconsider.

@alexreche9710

Жыл бұрын

I'll buy your vespa if you have buyer's remorse 😂

I own personally a Piaggio Fly, what isn't a Vespa, it has 70cc 2t engine and it keeps up really well with in the city..

Thanks for this review. I’ve had my eye on a Vespa for a while now, but when I went to my local scooter shop recently and sat on one, my heart sank. I barely touched the ground! I’m 5’2” and it was just too high. I will be taking a basic rider course in a few weeks and when I do purchase my scooter, I have decided on a Buddy Kick because I can sit on that one comfortably. Maybe when I get more comfortable riding, I’ll move onto my dream scooter, but for now, dropping $6k on a scooter, that I might drop, doesn’t make sense. Congrats on your new Vespa!

@ScooterNewbie

2 жыл бұрын

I know that feeling you’re talking about! I KNEW I was getting the Like, but I KNEW I wasn’t getting it as soon as I sat on it. I love my Kick, but have you tried the Urbano 200? I’m super curious about that one for a little more oomph.

@luis815tx

2 жыл бұрын

Were you wearing motorcycle boots? They will add a little bit to be able to touch the ground maybe enough. Was the shock set to the softest ? Vespas have adjustable shocks on the back might help once you sit and put the weight that it lowers just enough. Was the side stand off? when i sit and the side stand is down my feet dangle like if i were on a horse. Some Vespas can be lowered a bit with a small cheap part it would only be like an inch or inch and a half but might make a big difference if you just need that tiny bit.

@josmty9

2 жыл бұрын

Hi! Which one you got? I was also considering the Vespa, but I’m also shorty, I’m 5’5’’ … with your comment I notice that Vespa is not my best option… I’ll do my basic riding course this weekend.. if everything goes fine probably will buy my scooter soon :)

@wonderwoman4875

2 жыл бұрын

@@josmty9 I ended up getting a Buddy Kick and I love it. I can place my feet flat on the ground.

@josmty9

2 жыл бұрын

@@wonderwoman4875 Thanks for the quick answer! I’ll take a look to that one…. By the way? Was difficult the basic rider course? As mentioned I’ll take it this weekend.. :)

I have a vespa 125 primavera 2014 11 inch wheels and no abs. I took the vespa from 8000 miles to 42000 miles. Then I considered buying a new primavera, but at £4600 front abs, 12 inch wheels and rear drum brake. I compared the vespa with several other scooters and really wanted larger wheels if possible. I ended up buying a Honda SH125i. I was using the bike for deliveries and safety was key. 16 inch wheels makes large pot holes small. Front and back disk brakes and abs, also traction control. £3500, I also ordered a screen and what they call knuckle guards. Had the vespa come with the same speck for the £4600 as the Honda, other than the wheels, I may have bought the vespa. Having done 16000+ miles on the Honda 125, I love the Honda, but I intend to restore my white primavera, it's not just a scooter, but a work of art.

@johnbellamy6449

Жыл бұрын

have this week took delivery of a new honda s h 125 i with tall screen and knuckle guards love it .also love my 2020 vespa gts 300 super .

@1960ARC

Жыл бұрын

@@johnbellamy6449 hope you have a great time riding. The Honda screen appears to be made of rain glue, I polish mine with Turtle wax, which helps the rain run down the screen. I've done just over 36,000 miles on mine.

I have owned two Vespas. I have also hired Honda Scooters abroad. Honda are great. Vespas especially modern are outstanding. I have a White 300gts hpe . The only let down is the seat. They are great fun. Great handling. They look amazing. I used to own a vintage Vespa. I love how they have kept the classic look.

@ScooterNewbie

2 жыл бұрын

What would you want different with the seat? Something is off but I haven’t been able to articulate exactly why I feel that way. Happy riding!

@bullfrommull

2 жыл бұрын

@@ScooterNewbie something that does not make my bum numb after 30miles.

Thks

Vespa is not just a 'brand'. -- they created the category which we call as scooters.

Been working on a Piaggio Liberty , rather neglected but what stands out about the non Chinese scooters, is the massive improvement in quality of the parts, scooter body panels are something that often require replacement, Chinese panels are almost impossible to repair and are expensive, Piaggio are expensive as well but can be repaired, and the quality of parts ,engine ,switches etc, are much better . There are good Far Eastern bikes coming onto the market, i've just sold my Peugeot Tweet, silly name out of the way one of the best ive owned , It's actually built by SYN, Taiwanese company, so, if you want a cheap cheerful but short lived bike, go Chinese, quality build long lasted , European named will last you.

When I was 15 I wanted to own a Vespa sooo badly after riding one once. It was stylish, light, and faster & quick compared to USA scooters with the same sized engine They were too expensive for me at around $250 I think. Now at 80 I still would like to have one but it is not practical where I live vs its cost so I'll stick to my BMW motorcycle.

I bought my Vespa GTS 250 in 2008 and it's still my ride after 14 years...hasn't aged a bit 'cause all Vespas are unique in they own way and it's still performing well...I currently have more than 60k km on it ( more than 37k miles) and I've seen these engines make up to 150k km so there's still a long way to go. You pay more but if you're willing to keep it, like I did, the price is really justified...plus, if I sell it (which I'm not planning to do anyway) I can still make some decent money out of it, believe it or not...

@ScooterNewbie

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. I don't have the time on the seat so-to-speak as a newbie, so these stories help others!

All Vespas stand out from the rest. The metal body which is also the chassis makes it a different experience altogether from any other scooter. The brand represents quality, style, freedom and good taste while all other scooter brands such as Honda, Yamaha represents a deliveroo rider.

@darcychu9652

7 ай бұрын

Vespa is just a hype with occasional electric glitches that you cannot find out reason why while the metal body got ugly after just one tip-over. Frankly speaking, all those scooters with Japanese bloodline are far more reliable than Vespa. I am riding a second-hand Kymco Freeway125 of 1997 bought in 2015 as my fdaily commuting workhorse with no fuss till now. People are overpaying for "hype" due to fantasy.

I have been looking for a comparison of these two! Is the seat height much higher on the Vespa? I am new to scooters and really torn between the buddy kick and the vespa. I am a short girl and don't want to feel overwhelmed on a bigger bike. Love your reviews!

@ScooterNewbie

2 жыл бұрын

I have sooo many opinions on that whole conversation now, but alas I won’t have time for that video for a few weeks. 😂 This is not a crazy ploy, but find me on Instagram (scooter_newbie). I’ll throw a photo up of the 2 together tonight. It is a pretty big difference between my 300 to the Kick, but a 150cc Vespa is ~20% smaller than a 300 version.

@darcychu9652

2 жыл бұрын

Buddy is made in Taiwan with solid quality. In fact, Buddy is designed with local ladies in mind, so it has lower seat height and being popular among local female riders. Another good thing about Buddy is much lighter than Vespa.

lol i love how you put "piaggio" and "vespa" into 2 separate groups..but yeah the metal body is actually a huge deal, here in italy pretty much everyone at 14y/o gets a scooter, we spent a good amount of or live modifying and tuning them and with plastic fairings you know how they come off but you never now how they'll go back together, because they warp and shring and bend (mostly because of the sun)..metal made vespas don't lose their shape so putting them together is a walk in the park

@ScooterNewbie

Жыл бұрын

I get that on the Piaggio & Vespa from folks not in the US. They are the same dealers here, but seem like very different brands & people aren't always aware. They look so different! We just don't ride scooters the same way, but I am glad to see so much more interest in them. I can't imagine growing up where it's so common!

@RoadUser_Motovlog

Жыл бұрын

@@ScooterNewbie honestly i had a blast..there were days were we went out just to ride, it wasn't (and it still isn't) uncommon to see large groups of kids riding around in a cloud of two stroke smoke. there was a HUGE culture of customization, but then the four stroke came along, new regulations and the usual generational loss of interest almost killed it..it came back a bit in the last couple of years though

Modern Vespas have evolved far beyond the 2stroke manual shifting Vespas I rode back in the 80s! They were crude, noisy, rough riding, and of questionable quality. I miss them! So I bought a Buddy 50. Except for the shifting, the 2 stroke Buddys are a lot like the 50cc original Vespas. Just a lot more reliable!

Boot, scoot and Vespa on!

Great review of the Vespa GTS 300 - I just uploaded my review of the GTS as well.