Events

What
This undercover workshop event is open to club members who own classic Vespas who want to learn a little more about how to maintain them in top working order. This session may be of particular interest to those riding a classic scooter to Wangaratta later in the month.

The 2-hour event will be capped at 20 participants. David and Rolf will conduct the session. Questions are welcome throughout the informal presentation as are your own observations, knowledge and input. You don’t necessarily have to bring your own scooter as we'll have a few on hand as well as various classic parts available for demonstration purposes.  

Refreshments will be provided courtesy of the club at the half way mark.

Where
The venue is in Bayswater but a ride to the destination will be organised departing from Mitcham.

When
Saturday afternoon, 2 - 4 pm, 4 March 2023

Ride Departure Point and Time
Departure at 1pm sharp from our usual meeting spot in the east, Britannia Mall, 485 Whitehorse Road, Mitcham. Pull into the north side service road at the start of Mitcham shopping centre. Please arrive earlier if you need a coffee beforehand.

Note: You MUST register for this event if you wish to attend as numbers are capped. If you wish to make your own way to the venue, the address will be provided to you personally off-line.

Workshop Outline
What tools to carry
Basic overview of the inner workings of a classic motor 
What makes a happy engine, fuel-air mix, ignition timing
Bearings and seals
Electrical issues, stator, points, CDI unit
Ignition plugs - gap, heat range, colour
Dirty fuel tanks, removal tricks
Changing transmission oil
Disassembly and adjustment of an Dell’Orto SI carburettor
Brakes - wear and adjustment
Clutch - mechanism overview, parts that wear, proper adjustment
Tyre swap and fitting new tyre to rim
Cable swapping, inners and outers
Tips to get yourself going again out on the road
Basic problems - symtoms and diagnosis