Vespa PK125

[thefamousgcp]

Hi, can anyone enlighten me on the differences between a px and pk please?

Im contemplating forking out about a grand for a pk125 but dont know too much about them. Its a 1985 model.

Am i right thinking the pk is a small frame? If so, is there a big difference in size to the px? Im average height (5'11") so would i feel comfortable on a pk? I quite like the idea of getting a small frame and you dont see too many pks about (or so it seems)

How does the pk compare to the px, quicker, slower? Am i better off getting a px125 instead?

Cheers.

[sbwnik]

The PK is effectively the modern version of the classic small frame. Styling wise it's a very angular machine, but not much more so than a PX. Mechanically they're pretty much the same as a smallie, improved lighting in the biggest general difference (The ETS is the only exception, a sportier version of the 125)

I'm 5'10 and don't like small frames of any description for distance work, too cramped and too light - leading to getting battered around by passing cars and cross winds - but for commuting work they're ideal.

My personal preference is for the PX, but each to their own.

[thefamousgcp]

Cheers for that mate. Just so happens that I went and bought a T5 instead! Wow, what a scooter, I can't say how much I like it. I should of got one years ago! Complete with 172 malossi kit. Well chuffed.