I have the SSM which covers SS180, but almost all is already on the Internet. I don't think you need the information, anyway, I've uploaded the supplements for...
Hello all, I've some questions that's been bugging me for quite sometime, which why I need all the help here :) 1. What does Jag Lights used for? Does it...
Hello mate ,I thought i would try & answer your questions. 1. The Jag lights on my mk1 160 are made by Ulma (Vigano also made them) & are light diecast unlike...
Hi, I finally have found some time to start working on the engine of the GS160 I got last spring, but much to my disappointment I found that it has a hairline...
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Feb 3, 2007 12:37 am
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Are you sure that it is a crack and not just some sloppy Piaggio casting work? Yes, you can totally get that TIG welded for repair. Gotta be someone who...
Given that classic 2-stroke scooters are v. pollutive(per cc), I've been wondering whether it's a matter of time before they're legislated off the road. Does...
Yeah, unfortunately it's a crack. My camera doesn't take very good photos at close range, but I can see light through the crack. Thanks for the suggestion...
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Feb 3, 2007 4:10 pm
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Hi Paul Hi Siinoi Now this is an odd one and I am sure you are right in thinking that "Jag Lights" are the rear end extra, but I lived all through the Mod era...
Both are acceptable..there are arguments on both sides. My druthers for 1950s technology is to stick to the non-detergent 30w oil for the gearbox. It's cheaper...
Can anyone recommend the best place to get a decent GS160 non-battery harness? Scooterparts direct has three (!), but they don't seem to have a clue as to...
Hi Glyn .The "jag "lights i refer too were a genuine vespa accessory that came complete with a wiring loom & two sets of festoon bulbs in each (some had screw...
Update - Rome's first off the mark with a ban on most pre 1999 bikes... "The city of Rome will begin enforcement of a ban on “Euro 0″-rated scooters and...
How long is the fuel line supposed to be on a GS150 VS5 with the original "flywheel-side oriented" fuel petcock? I know that it's 2 feet for a battery-side...
Scooter Parts Pirect has a coil replacement set for a VNB/VBB that can be used for the GS/SS. It's part number 97709-12V on their website. Just swap the coils...
Trace, is the length of that wiring harness long enough, for your SS? I did that conversion too. I would recommend you to use VBB2 harness as a easy solution...
... I'm not sure about the VBB harness length. I ordered a harness from ScooterWorks in Chicago and it worked. I had no trouble with it being too short. ...
I usually always torque according to bolt/stud size. In the case of the GS150 head (or the GS160, Rally, or P200) I use 20 to 22 ft/lbs. I could be wrong, but...
Hi Mark As the long time owner of a 1960 GSVS5 I have to say I have not found any official reference to a torque setting for the model. I have just been and...
Hello there paul!! Since you're the most experience and knowledgefull I'd like to ask more questions from you, if you don't mind of course, I was browsing Ebay...
sorry siinoi, What were the two items you found on e-bay ?(send me a link) The GS metalplast fly screen made by supertune is availible from Allstyles scooters...
Ha Ha just found the photo's. the Jag lights look genuine (they look exactly like mine) if their a fair price go for it .The front rack is an ulma type GS...
Hi Glyn Thanks for your references on torque settings, do you use copper head gasket or leave it out. Also should they be a gasket on the exhaust port side ...
Has anyone out there done a GS 150 conversion to non-battery? After months of failed attempts to resolve battery drain issues, I'm very tempted to try this....
Hi Dan I fitted a on/off switch to the wiring loom to cut off battery power, when scooter left standing. After doing this i have had no problems with battery...
