My grandpa had one of these old Vespas . I remember being his pillion rider while I was a kid

Even if you know this stuff it is still good to listen to it again and for a lot new Vespa owners it's a revelation. Keep up the good work.

Thank you so muc for your wonderful experience and sharing it!! I have a 125cc Primavera 1974. Worked well when I had it shipped from Calgary...but then couldnt get it started. Tilting to the side really helped and half throttle. So now I am super happy. It had been sitting for awhile so I gave it a good run today!! Growing up in England ad one when I was younger. So great to experience it again!! Your videos are really helpful...and i always get my parts from your shop.

Kick ass video, got a vespa px 150 1995 just yesterday, having some trouble to start ir, but these video really helped me !!!! Greetings from Bogotá - Colombia !!!

Always great information. 2 strokes can be fussy, but when dialed in, they are great. That things sounds good!

I miss my PK Vespa, the sound of a vintage Vespa always gets me emotional

looking forward to your next road trip video - you guys are great!

Thanks really helped me out just bought my first geared one a T5 and struggled for longer than I care to admit.

One more great & very useful video!!! Thanks Robot!!

Thanks Robot, I have a 66 150VBC super, only about 3,000 miles on rebuild. Have had the bike almost ten years, mostly used on occasion in the cooler months in Miami, fl. This video really helped me especially knowing the right position for off fuel. I should have checked it when I added a small fuel filter prior to carb. It was constantly clogging carb, probably rust in old tank, anyway, little filter has worked amazing. Seated the rings perfectly, strong compression. bike is doing 100km hr. Anyway, thanks a bunch for your time in sharing your expertise. GB

Appreciate the Rally videos. Just picked up a 74 tonight. 1436 miles. Not running but all loose and free. Electronics are in place too. Original owner, documented since birth. I’ll post a vid eventually. 👍

that was really helpful, especially the tilting of the vespa. Thank you very much

Very awesome tips. I have a Vespa T5 myself and the advice/tip on how to clear out the Vespa when flooded was very helpful. Keep up the great work and awesome videos. Cheerz from Mallorca, Spain.

Thanks Robot, great tips. I’ve always wanted a Vespa and hope to get one in the near future. I’m originally from San Diego, been living in the Bay Area for 25+ years now. Would love to come by the shop sometime.

That Rally is exquisite.

Such a really good video, thank you for making this.

wish we had better weather here in idaho so I could ride year round! Mine sometimes has to have the throttle held open to kickstart its old and may have some of the problems you mention here nice video!

Thank you, Robot! I'm currently in Paros, Greece and will attempt to start Aviator47's PX 125 today.

Nice video. Fist vespa I learned on was the rally 200. You and I ride together last year in Arizona.

mind blowing vespa😘😘😍😍

Great video, very interesting thankyou

Thanks for that knowing how to drain the carb for storage is handy.

This guy is a vespa wizard, what a resource.

wealth of knowledge. Bless you sir.

Thanks! Very helpfull.

Thank you... I have such a hard time starting... Some very helpful information.. I will be trying the ideas. Recently I had a conversation with some car/bike guys. They are saying with a 2 stroke the throttle is really just giving it more air. And when cold I shouldn't be using the throttle - as I'm adding too much air. My scoot is p125x.. I'm beginning to think I've been flooding it.. So let me ask a real novice question - what is happening when you twist on the throttle - ?? Air,, Gas, combo of both? Thanks... I love riding it - but I've gotten left behind because she wouldn't start... but after it starts and it will start... still it sits too long... Thanks you..

Great video thanks!👍

HEy Robot.... thanks for the education...I bought another wide frame and need a good Rally 200cc engine.( The Malco Man) chemical supplies. IM now in Texas.

Hello sir Hope that you remember me! Thanks again for every information you offer us! If I want to stock my vespa for some years! What should I do & do you have a video about draining the fuel tank & how?! Thanks a lot 😘

I've shinned myself enough that my right shin has permanent scarring all over it from the slipping that inevitably happens. But I guess they're a badge of honour at this point!

Great help. Im about to get my first Vespa, and its a 1963 Vespa GL with a PX125 engine. I am wondering.. whats the best type of fuel and oil I should use?? sorry for my ignorance! and thanks in advance

I had to tweak the starting procedure. I always turn the fuel tap off. I never know when I am going to run it again. Before I start it I turn the tap on, open the choke and tilt the Vespa to the right for 5 seconds. That allows gravity to take place and the fuel flows to the carb. I wait 10 seconds and kick twice. With my VBB it takes 2 more kicks when it's cold - and it starts every time. There is no "correct" procedure to start these babies - each are individual and have their own special "touch" to get them started. I might take your recommendation on the fuel tap in the future and leave it open and just kill the engine during the warm months. I have found that excess fuel dries up in the float bowl and creates a mess. To each his or her own.

Hey man, I recommend the SUNOCO non ethanol pump gas ⛽ for that Motorscooter

Awesome video as always, thanks Robot. I now want a Rally, bad! One question. You say overfilling the tank can cause flooding (2:30), is there a tank overflow that bypasses the fuel tap and runs into the carb? Or does overfilling cause more fuel to be pushed down the line at higher pressure, as there's more fuel in the tank?

I drive this lovely since 1990 to now

I once accidentally started my vespa while it is in gear one (warm engine). Lucky I had my hands on the clutch and brake!

I keep looking at the sidecar rig in the background. do you guys have a sidecar vid? As always thanks for the tips.

nice machine!

Had a brand new 72 in white

Question do you have any advice on 1950s vespas I at higher elevation? I am at 6,200’ and bog going up some of our windy hills. I have a 1959 GS 150. She is OMG fussy up here.

all respect

Hi. Robot. I just Wanna know how much power. For vespa sprint. Thanks

Thank You

The PETCOCK is not a reason why a engine would flood, however a leaking NEEDLE SEAT WILL

Hi great video , I bought a t5 classic today . It was running great when I looked at it . So I put it in my van strapped in slightly on its right side but not fully. Anyway I cant get it running properly now . It starts after multiple kicks but the dies after a minute. I’m hoping it will run in the morning. Any ideas ?

Badass.

I have never seen a Rally 200 with auto mix? Is that original for USA market as Euro ones are manually 2 stroke mixture?

Gracias!

What’s the little glass area for that’s next to choke?

Thanks for the informative video, much appreciated as I'm a new classic Vespa owner. A couple of questions, I wish to put one of the Vespa's in long-term storage. I was told to drain the tank and let run until remaining gas clears lines. After ensuring inside of tank has dried, is there a way to ensure it stays rust free? Also, when storing for over a year would you recommend draining oil - my thought is to leave it in and someone from a Vespa forum commented it would be wise to pour oil into spark plug hole to keep cylinder from freezing up. Any thoughts would be appreciated and your old Vespa is awesome! Thanks again for posting!

Great video! Could you please do a tutorial on repairing a horn on vintage Vespa?

I just got a 61 sport Vespa and have a hard time starting it because the gears are so confusing and not well marked because of age. Could you make a video on how to show the gear s and getting it in Neutral to start it? This would be so helpful. thanks.

Do you mix the fuel with Two stroke oil? What amounts of oil and fuel do I mix together?

please hire me i would love to work with you guys

Hey thanks for the video. Any good videos out there on how to get one running that might have been sitting awhile. Got to 75 Rally 200 and then a couple of 50s scooters.. picked them all up cheap in one lot... Olive very nice condition just don't know the last time they ran. 75 has California plates from 2000 on it.... don't know the last time they ran. Anywhere I can go for decent suggestions before I try firing them up? And does the Rally 200 need the battery to run? Last question, best place for parts like a battery air filter Etc? Your place sell this stuff? Really appreciate any tips

My Vintage Vespa is getting over heated and engine losing power after any ride of 25+ kilometres. What might be the reason?

Hi there, Thanks for the tips. I have exactly the same 1974 Vespa Rally and have a hard time starting it. When I kick down on the kick start it wants to kick back something fierce! So much so that I have seriously hurt my ankle and foot. It doesn't seem right that it kicks back like that. Do you think it is a problem with the timing? I have had the ignition upgraded. Thanks Shilling10

Is it possible to kickstart it when you press the clutch?

Robot, thanks for your advice. It got me to work today. I was kicking the engine for 5 minutes in the rain this morning and it would not start I changed the plug, checked I had spark and fuel, but no joy. Then I remembered your video. ** Leaning the PX over to the left and kicking with a quarter throttle got it going. ** The cause of the flooding? I had the scoot leaned to the right against a wall last night to change the rear wheel. I had turned off the fuel, but should remember to run the engine until it runs out of fuel in the bowl next time. Thanks again.

Vespas 150 1977 has battery? My was Venezuelan market did not use battery ,my buddy in California US has one and does have 12 volts one

I prefer to be started with my kickstand up, but that's just me.

I start my Vespa on the stand. Standing on the right side, facing the rear, kicking with my right foot. Otherwise, all the same techniques.

This might sound like a dumb question but how do you know if your Vespa has a battery ignition? I have a place for the battery but I have started it without a battery but so far it hasn't run right. Thanks

Why there is no smoke coming

Any tips on how diagnose compression problems? Have a VLB, registering at 90. It doesn't even want to think about starting; I have a new fuel line and the spark is good, going to work on the carb this weekend to see how badly gummed up it is, but I don't think that's the problem -- It's been sitting for about 7 years and had a rebuild only 250 or so miles before I stopped riding, so I don't think it's a problem with the piston rings and I figure it's a problem with seals...just want to see if there is anything I can check before I crack it open.

Mine pops but dosnt run. It is an all original 59 vespa.

How reliable can this be if at 7 k you have to overhaul the motor ??.

can u touch more about flooding the tank?

Robot- is that a '74? Have you done anything to the indicator lights? Any interest in selling? I've been looking for one just like it- '74-'76 with those ridiculous indicator lights they put on for the US market. PM me if you're interested- thanks.

My fuel tap won’t turn and is stuck at 3:00, anyone know how to fix this?

Robot my favourite

do u guys know when the electric Vespa will be arriving in stores?

Super vidéos for mutores

Do you always throttle on when you kickstart?

Wow ...nice scooter , this sound dont come these days

Boa tarde eu tinha uma vespa, é vende me arrependo. 86 ano dela .comprei 2006

I Want buy vispa?

Silencio BRUNO

it`s a real pity America never got the t5

Tenia una del 1966

Is it possible to add an electrician start to an old Vespa. I “restored” one and had to sell it because I could no longer kick start it with my hip problem. But man do I miss it.

Probably a stupid question but why can't I start my px125 when it's in gear with the clutch in? The kick start moves the bike forward. Or is that just the same with all vespa's

Km /L ?

HOLD THROTTLE FULLY OPEN IF IT'S FLOODED. And you can't flood it by leaning it either way, that's ridiculous

I thought running out of fuel ain't good for the carb? Like it may damage the needle or something? Not a pro as you can see! =D

Bruh, everyone in Italy from 12 to 130 knows how to start a vespa, we use them daily, not a normal one, the old chunky good sounding and looking one, I have a newer one too (LX 50 2009) but I prefer my pk 50 XL and my 50 special, the special is stock but I modified the pk 50 XL with a 105cc engine

107,000 is "Low miles?" ....and not replacing nothing, but electrical and oil seals? @ 1:20.

A rally with auto lube…nice

Hello robot , I have a complaint about my vespa Everytime I fresh start my vespa vx125 on a new day it always need a choke to start without that it doesn't start. What could be the problem ? From india.

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107k miles, good for a car not a scooter

how many scooters do you own

These American market Rally’s are weird, can’t stand the blinkers 😂

Fuckinell 107,000 miles on one of these is considered low mileage? on what planet!?

Google how do you start the Vespa without a f****** chipped key

this is bajaj Chetak model.

nice machine!