By Sue Jones
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Also the 8" wheels would get lost in the Detroit Potholes. It's such a light bike (especially considering it's made out of metal,) even the Super which is the same basic size/design seemed twice as heavy. Rover Eric wrote: Matt ( Illinoise ) is correct, though ...it's one of the quintessentially styled vespas ... all curvy. hey, I'm 5'11" and... uh... more than 235 lbs (20 more) and my VBB had no problem with 45-50mph (indicated 50-58). The chicks don't care how many ports you have or if your carb is mounted to your piston, heh.
Italy is known for creating some of the most beautiful and iconic vehicles in the world. There is a true iconic and beautiful classic vehicle from Italy that can be bought for an affordable price. The Vespa was Italy’s answer to the need of affordable transportation for the masses. The Pick of the Day is one of these scooters from what many consider the golden age of the Vespa, a 1961 Vespa that is advertised as a 150 Sprint (but is actually a VBB 150) located in Houston, Texas. Looking at the pictures I see a very nicely restored Vespa VBB in red, which is a perfect color for these wonderful scooters.
OP DennisF Member Vespa s150 Joined:Posts: 12Location: Perúquote hI V oodooYes, it was done locally. I was looking for the exact original colour to restore it and serching i pick up this silvery blue. I am the second owner bought it from a friend who belongs to the Vespa Club Perú so do i.VBB is original restored also motor rebuild in Peru from specialist in vintage vespa bikes. Also in peru exist an original vespa 90SS. Next year i am loooking to buy the pinasco KIT 177C maybe the mazzucchelli crank too!
Detailsc.1961 PIAGGIO VESPA VBB SCOOTERSerial No. : VBB1T24302Silver with black seatRestored example of this charmingly archetypal 1960s economical and chic form of transport. Rebuilt, later model 150cc motor (kick start) with four speed gearbox (handlebar shift), featuring new wiring harness, chrome, mats and handle grips and described to be in fully functional running order. WITHOUT RESERVE
This scooter was restored by ourselves a few years ago and is still in great condition. The engine has been upgraded to a more reliable PX version but still retains the 8" wheels to maintain the correct look for this model. It has also been painted the original metallic blue paint scheme for the early 1960s VBB Vespa. Very reliable scooter with 12v lighting, all new. The restoration was carried out a couple of years ago and the scooter has been lightly used and dry stored ever since.
VESPA VBB (BM-251)The Vespa VBB was the scooter that powered Piaggio’s scooter lineup in the early 60’s, and for that matter, Italy. It is a wonderful example of good design. These scooters are so well built and so reliable, it will outlast us all. Piaggio made this model for quite a long time, and it went through some minor changes over the years. This scooter was refurbished in Italy before we acquired it.
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Holla everyone ..this is my first post hereI just bought a vespa VBB 1961 model from my local seller..the probs is when I send the scoot for repair some minor issue...the expert told me this is not a real VBB...infact its a vespa super 150 chasis version converted to VBB model...because as per their observation..the legshield is narrow in size just like a vespa super width measurementCan anyone expert in this HELP ME OUT ..IF NOT LEGIT I am about to ask a full refund from the seller and send the scoot back to him. Mayday maydayMany thanks in advanceEddie. Attachments: IMG_20191105_181822.jpg 34.4 KB
