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Post by aky123 on May 26, 2006 23:16:04 GMT
Hi all, just purchased my first vespa, a 78 vespa 90 smallframe in need of a total resto. Was wanting to know a few things, firstly can a 4 speed be put into a 3 speed casing? Gear ratios? Malossi 135 or polini 130 kit? Looking to build something quick if poss. What is the best forks/brake setup that fits? The frame is in a bad state and I have already order a floor repair section from Beedspeed, any tips for fitting? There seems to be a lot on the web for Lammies, however finding little for the small frame, all help appreciated!  |
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Post by Smallframe on May 27, 2006 12:35:36 GMT
yes 4 can go into casings as they all share the same casing. As for ratios, its only the primary drive that differs- you'd need a 2.54 or 2.56 with a 125 n upwards engine.
If your after a fast torquey kit to do some distance work on , that can take a good thrashing then go for the polini. Or if you want a screamer (revvy kit) with more power but less lifespan then go for the malossi. I run a polini 130 and have clocked up a few thousand miles on it now with very little (as in no) maintenance. But I am building up a malossi motor with short ratio gearbox and reed valve setup. The malossi is a lot more sensitive in setup to get optimum power. You must match your casings for these kits as going for the plug n play option is a waster of time. When you have worked out what you need/ want buy it all in one go from SIP - cos they sell everything you could possiblty need for a smallframe.
As for forks/ brakes go for either lammy or pkxl with a disc set up.
smallframes.com & scooterhelp are both good sights for helping you with modifications.
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Post by juankerr on May 28, 2006 21:01:58 GMT
I'd use early PK 80/100/125 forks personally,far easier to chose a headset you want rather than a T5 or Cosa. ;D
I'd also use the Polini,far more flexable.Personally,I find the Malossi a pain in the arse.
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