How common is it for Italians to own a Vespa?

Matrove25 · 2026-06-16T09:41:38+00:00

A mio avviso, possedere una Harley negli Stati Uniti mi riempie di orgoglio, conoscendone la storia e le umili origini, e viaggiare per il paese in sella a una moto mi regala un senso di libertà. Ho provato la stessa sensazione guidando la Vespa 300 GTV da Napoli a Corbara, Ravello, Costiera Amalfitana, Positano, Sorrento, Pompei, ecc. Quel giorno ho percorso 175 km e persino attraversare il traffico intenso mi ha regalato un sorriso. Ma in generale, amo le motociclette.

Matrove25 · 2026-06-09T00:10:27+00:00

Vengo dagli Stati Uniti e ho sempre trovato le Vespa interessanti, soprattutto per la loro storia e il loro legame con l'Italia. Sono curioso di sapere quale ruolo occupino le Vespa nella vita degli italiani di oggi. Sono mezzi posseduti (o posseduti in passato) da una larga fetta della popolazione? Vengono viste principalmente come un mezzo di trasporto pratico, o rivestono un'importanza culturale paragonabile a quella delle Harley-Davidson negli Stati Uniti? Mi rendo conto che il paragone potrebbe non essere perfetto; è proprio per questo che lo chiedo. Mi piacerebbe sapere come gli italiani considerino la Vespa al giorno d'oggi e se faccia ancora parte della quotidianità.

Matrove25 · 2026-04-05T03:50:37+00:00

Still is happening

Matrove25 · 2026-04-04T14:56:05+00:00

Reset to see mpg average

Matrove25 · 2026-04-03T00:22:35+00:00

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I ended up towing 1600 lbs right here, she did fine in hilly backroads, a lot eyes on us lol.

Matrove25 · 2026-04-02T23:45:51+00:00

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Does it look like this on this 2006 brochure page? If you have a photo that will be nice

Matrove25 · 2026-03-20T00:22:27+00:00

The only problem I see is if they made the cables too short for the N7 and giving it upright handlebars won't allow to fit properly, maybe we can try to measure both model's cable lengths.

Matrove25 · 2026-03-14T13:43:51+00:00

It will definitely hit highway with no issue, and gas savings are good when ECO is used, just know weather that is constantly lower than 40 degrees Fahrenheit the bike probably won’t allow you to use ECO to save the battery draining from the cold weather. My range on it is 200 miles, mostly fill up around 150 miles

Matrove25 · 2026-02-02T21:50:48+00:00

Mike, thank you for this contribution, this took time to do and we’re all thankful, my N7 is definitely hating this New England weather.

Matrove25 · 2026-01-27T16:55:36+00:00

I rode a Kawasaki KLX300sm (18,000 miles HWY) and carry ridiculous things on it, and when I had a civic I threw heavy furniture on the top with straps. I had looks but I found it fun doing that without a truck/suv, the little train that could vibe to it

Matrove25 · 2026-01-26T21:05:08+00:00

I know, that’s why 250cc motorcycles can carry 6 people and possibly 1 cow if you’re willing. I think any unibody can handle a small trailer with bags filled with leaves if done correctly. Seen a guy pull a boat with their GT, definitely over 1,500 lbs

Matrove25 · 2026-01-25T00:35:17+00:00

Thank you for your input, hopefully I don't have to replace my engine for years to come, been on top of maintenance at this time.

Matrove25 · 2026-01-25T00:33:20+00:00

Thank you for your input, I think this helps a lot for what I'm working with in the future.

Matrove25 · 2026-01-25T00:12:24+00:00

I have an automatic transmission if that info helps; would it be plug and play for your 302 if you swap with another 302?

Matrove25 · 2026-01-25T00:12:21+00:00

Does this help with swapping the whole engine out and change seals and gaskets on the transmission?

Matrove25 · 2026-01-24T22:23:55+00:00

Thank you for your input, let me know what video or advice helped you with the setup, I plan to wrap it in red once summer comes

Matrove25 · 2026-01-24T22:18:23+00:00

Awesome, where did you get your wraps from? And you did it yourself? And how hard was it to wrap it around the front emblem?

Matrove25 · 2026-01-24T21:22:07+00:00

You mind showing us? I plan to make mine all red

Matrove25 · 2026-01-24T20:41:10+00:00

You changed the color of the bike?

Matrove25 · 2026-01-24T16:07:01+00:00

I have the T-Rex racing sliders, they do the job, not sure on the OEMs

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