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Because paying $4.30 per gallon for a car is unappealing, I believe my first vehicle won't be a automobile, but rather a Vespa scooter (150cc). Compare 100 miles/gallon to 25-30 miles/gallon and cheaper insurance. I am also prepared to drive in all weather. However, I want to be safe. Two things scare me:

1.) Scooter being stolen
2.) Not being seen on the road

Should I buy a scooter?

It's hard to get good insurance that covers medical bills if you have an accident. The most my insurance company offered was $5,000. I didn't know it at the time and $5,000 did not even cover the emergency room bill.

Vespa (Hardcover) $91.52 Updated edition of  the book Vespa:  60 years of Vespa, published in 2006 to celebrate Vespa’s 60th anniversary. April 1946 was the debut date of the revolutionary little two-wheel vehicle, which, as well as leaving an indelible mark on the history of transport, became a real cultural phenomenon to successive generations. Simple and elegant, practical and comfortable, these are some of the characteristics that have ensured the popular scooter an unrepeatable success, with 35,000 of them built in 1949 alone. Sixty-five years after its birth, the Vespa, of which over 17 million have been produced, has affirmed itself throughout the world. This book covers the fascinating epic of the Vespa, from its debut to the present day, through hundreds of pictures and invaluable documents of its various epochs. 

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Top Ten Lambretta And Vespa Classic Scooter Modifications

The term mod is perhaps most appropriate when used in the context of vintage Lambretta or Vespa scooters, as it could just as easily be short for modification. And there are an abundance of different modifications that can be made to these vehicles. But which are the most essential?

1. Scooter Mirrors

Synonymous with classic scooters is the iconic image of an old Vespa or Lambretta loaded up almost precariously so with enough mirrors to fill a medium-sized house. Legshield mirrors and handlebar mirrors are the most common types.

2. Racks/Carriers

This should perhaps appear at the top of this list as they are essential for proving mirrors and additional lights with something to latch onto. But they are also very useful as a means of carrying luggage or a spare wheel.

3. Seats

One of the most popular modifications made to these bikes particularly Lambrettas, as their originals were so ugly is the seat. Its common for scooterists to want to give their ride a more racey look and feel, and the Ancillotti slope-back seats are often the most logical choice in achieving this goal.

4. Flyscreens

Protect yourself from flies and other airborne debris with a stylish-looking Vespa or Lambretta flyscreen. They are available in a range of colours and different model-type fittings.

5. Goggles

Complimenting or an alternative to flyscreens and not a modification as such are vintage scooter goggles, which can also be worn up over the helmet. Full classic-style goggles or the more minimal sunglass-type are available. They protect your eyes from flying debris and look stylish to boot scoot!

6. Bumper bars

Chrome-plated front bumper bars give your scooter that little bit of added protection and thats something which my mum always used to say: make sure you always use protection so they must be good!

7. Crashbars

Front crashbars, side crashbars and rear crashbars make sure that your scooter is covered from tip to toe. They can also be used to provide additional places on which to attach yet more mirrors and lights.

8. Trim

The essential embellishment: emphasising the lines and shape of the scooter, chrome scooter trim can really put the finishing touches on a classic Vespa or Lambretta. Double legshield trim is the common type.

9. Stickers

Stick them on and *bang* youve transformed the identity of your bike just like that! OK maybe thats a little too dramatic(!), but scooterists love customising the look and feel of their vehicles and stickers are an inexpensive way of doing so.

10. Badges

Just like stickers for your scooter, badges are another great way to customise your scooter clothing and other scooter apparel at minimal cost. There are all kinds available, but the most popular are Lambretta or Vespa branded.

So there we have it, the top ten Lambretta and Vespa classic scooter modifications. Of course there are many more mods which can be made, such as adding mudflaps, competition numbers or chrome wheel trim, but this list should get you well on your way to modding the perfect scooter!

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