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Post by apsev150 on May 30, 2022 10:15:04 GMT
Hi,
Im new on the forum so go easy!! Just picked up a 1978 150 Super and need a bit of advice:
1. Wheels - Its got 10" wheels but haynes manual says it should ride on 8" - which should i stick with to get the best handling? 2. Handling and Brakes - OMG its stock from what I can tell and its definetly an interesting ride. How can I get the brakes and suspension to a safer/sportier level? 3. Parts - I have been on a few parts websites and some have different names for the Vespa 150 Super - what is the model name/nummber other than a 150 Super? 4. Updating the ignition and engine - any reccomended upgrades?? 5. Any upgrades that are worth avoiding?
Cheers
Mark
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Post by adrian on May 30, 2022 16:18:58 GMT
Stick with the 10in wheels, suspension upgrades, all depends on how much you want to spend , I really like the bgm shocks, brakes try a new set of brake shoes, and maybe measure the drums to see if they are worn, or you could consider a front disk conversion. Engine and ignition, also depends how much you want to spend , if its 6 volt a 12 volt stator and flywheel are a good idea with better lights and spark. Engine upgrades will depend on if its 2 port or 3 port, but I think 1970s Engine will be 3 port, so maybe a dr180 kit, cheap and reliable
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Post by peteb on May 30, 2022 16:47:42 GMT
I have a 1977 125TS, I put an BGM PRO F16 Sport on the front and a YSS Pro-X on the rear. Both are adjustable and they work for me...
For the brakes: new shoes, springs, cams and maybe cables and the other bits of hardware. If the cams are worn they won't activate the brake shoes very well.
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Post by apsev150 on May 30, 2022 21:48:22 GMT
Thanks for your advice guys, if anyone has any more reccomendations that would be great.
What about best 10" tyres out there???
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Post by adrian on May 31, 2022 8:35:29 GMT
I have just fitted a set of bgm sport tyres and they are working very well, feel very confident around bends and roundabouts, even in the wet
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Post by apsev150 on Jun 1, 2022 11:17:50 GMT
Do you think the BGM sport are better than the Michelin S1??
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Post by adrian on Jun 1, 2022 18:01:51 GMT
Do you think the BGM sport are better than the Michelin S1?? the bgm tires are definitely better than the s1, I ran the s1 on my old px and wasn't as confident as I am on the bgm sports , but others might not agree |
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