I have the Matte Green 2019 BV350. I tell people who ask about it.... It’s a motorcycle with automatic transmission. Awesome! The most fun I’ve ever had riding.
Watched a video of you for the first time on the Piaggio Bv 350 when you took it out for a run. You are a trusted mechanic and definitely would buy one from you. Honest guy.
Great video. I have a white BV 350 from 2016 with a wind screen and an official Piaggio top box on the back. Talk about cool. It is the best thing I have ever owned for around town commuting and shopping. We can carry plenty of groceries, and my wife loves the very comfortable riding position on the back. Just perfect. However, I was surprised to hear the suggestion that this scooter can be used for long haul trips. Watch out. The subject is mentioned later on in the video. The gas tank is only 2.5 gallons. This is not a problem for simple around town trips. I fill my tank maybe once a month, but on a long haul trip, you really need to watch the gas gage and preplan your trip to insure there are gas stations along the route. For the three hour 170 mile freeway trip I do once a year to Scuderia West in San Francisco, starting with a full tank, I need to fill up twice more along the way to be sure I do not run out of gas on the freeway. Forget about using this scooter for trips in the mountains or desert where gas stations are few and far between. The gas tank is simply too small for such trips. And speaking of riding on twisty roads in the mountains, I have come across another issue. You will not notice this when riding around town or in a straight line on the freeway, but in the middle of a corner on twisty roads in the mountains, the front end constantly feels like it is about to fold. It is either because the steering column is too flexible or because the wheelbase is so small. I've never felt this on bigger bikes. It forces you to slow way, way down, making the BV totally impractical for mountain roads. Still, it is the best thing I've ever owned for around town commuting. My plan is to see if I can get ten years out of mine. :-) Robot, thanks for the BV videos!
PHEW! For a moment I thought you were announcing the "End of all Bv 350 production!"...Very insightful retrospective of what I love about my '13 Beverly 350. The new owner was lucky to be in the right time and place and of course share a passion for things scooteresque. See you soon for more piaggio attention.
20:39 thats when he reveals what he is getting. honestly tho, since he is commuting to work, i would not be surprised if he eventually comes back to a new BV like some of you suggested below
I love this video of course I love my 2020 HPE in the Verde Bosco and I'm going to be very excited to see what you will do to customize yours it would be difficult to find a person who comes across as nicer than you on the Internet or face-to-face in daily life thanks for a wonderful channel and being the person you are can't wait for your next video
@@VespaMotorsport you mean a lot to a lot of people. Even though I'm on the west coast of Florida I feel very connected to you and what you are doing there and one of the main reasons I have that GTS 300 HPE in my garage is because of you
@@Gregs_World I totally agree that seeing Robot’s videos rekindled my love of riding again and the major reason I got a 300 HPE Racing Sixties in Verde Bosco. Can’t wait to see how he mods his bike so I can follow suite! Makes me want to move to San Diego just so I can get my scooter modded and serviced by the best!
Bought a BV350 (2020 Model) in Feb. after being kicked of my Vespa 300 GTS by a car in Dec.... Watching your videos about the BV350 convinced me to do so. I´m getting my 1000 km inspection right now and after driving it for a while in the city and in the country, I think it was a very good decision so far. Thanks for your great videos and stay safe! Greetings from Munich, Germany
I find it surprising how short the mileage is on the BV from a full tank. I fill my 125 primavera at around 160 miles and I ran it out at 206 miles. I had a litre under my seat. Another great video, who wouldn't buy a Robot used bike.
I just bought a 2019 300gts touring because of Robot's videos. I'm now on scooterwest's website everyday looking at lighting upgrades and other stuff. Thanks Robot!
It's definitely a goodbye forever for me. The engine brake is too stressful especially because of the stuttering and detonation so every time I slow down or have to stop, all these issues together give me a hard time. The scooter also overheats, especially during Summer and in the traffic, the radiator's fan very often switches ON! It's powerful and it has a great road handling but after a while it's a stressful scooter.
Because of you I am waiting for a new 2021 BV350 Tourer in gregio. Due any day now from Phil who sold you the RD350 Yamie. My son Phillip ordered the new 400S HPE in sunset and hopes to be on the the first to get it from our mutual friend at Clevelandmoto. You covered all maintenance on the BV350 and hope you'll do the same with the new Beverly HPE models. Thanks Jeff for all you do for us.
Quite the interesting video, Robot: as the owner of a 2015 GTS300 Super that's approaching 20k miles, I can vouch for the fact that one needs to keep an eye on that drive belt (had one disintegrate on me at a bad moment a little under two months ago, at roughly a bit over 8k miles), but otherwise the machine has been bulletproof, which is good, since it's not just my main ride, it's my sole motorized personal transport, period. Nice choice of the Tiger for a big(ish) bike. (Also dig the nod to Black Flag with your Pharaohs SC cap.) EDIT: Met someone last weekend on a group ride with a BRG Racing 60s GTS300, with the new Akra pipe. Thing looks sharp. I think it'll fit you well. :-)
I have a 2013 that I've been using for commuting. It's my 3rd commuting scooter and I don't know if it will end up being the most reliable of the 3 but when working it's certainly the most capable of the 3. Prevoius were 1987 Honda Elite 250 ( put to rest with 49,000 on the clock) and 2006 Daelim S-2 250 (put to rest with 46,500 on the clock). Getting ready for my 1st belt change on my BV.
I’ll never forget our time together trying not to drop your bike while crossing large bodies of water and roasting up sketchy dirt hills in Baja California. Goodnight, sweet prince.
I like your videos a lot. You always give us a good time and we learn a lot about our loved Vespas 👍 Thank you for sharing your passion and knowledge with us.
Great “chit chat” vid Robot!! More of these please. Maybe tips for a new rider. I’m planning on getting a Liberty 50 to cruise the beach towns of Cape Cod and Martha’s Vineyard with a passenger. For example, riding in the middle of the road or to the side, appropriate riding gear (no flip flops-hahaha) safety tips, etc. Thanks again!
When I saw the title I thought you were going to talk about the discontinuation of the 350 which has been replaced by the "400 HPE". The 350 is no more.
When you said RD350 scooter I thought you'd created Frankenstein's monster. I remember the Riva, boxy 1980s thing. Shame you can't get the parts from Yamaha to keep it on the road, but like you say, could be a money pit.
Wonder if Robot will sign the BV & then the new owner has an auction, maybe there can be a NFT of one of the Robot owned scooters :). Thanks for sharing.
Nice Service jobe done on that bv350, im look to find one used old Vespa T5 or PX to restore and drive. I have work in Motorcycle Service here in Zagreb (Croatia) almost 17 years and is a great intresting and fun work. I still have my old 2003 Piaggio NRG mc3 PureJet still work fine after 24000km Greeting from Croatia 😎👍
Hi Rob, any chance to have a video about the ABS system, trouble shooting it, sensors check, ABS light on, problem-solving, please. Also, there is no video on how to remove a clutch on Beverly (without that special tool, I had to use handy tools to lock it and remove it...).Cheers
I have a little question for the mechanic or for every single people who read and can answer me. I bought a BV350 (2018 model) and everything is ok, but when im driving slowly, like 20 or 30 km/h (low revs) I feel jerks. I realize that at this speed the fluency and flow its not normal at all. On the other hand, when I accelerate the bike works perfectly. Does anybody know what´s happening? Thank you very much for reading!
I have a bv300 police from 2019 and the glove box is tilted outside in the corners. How can I solve this problem? Every time I wash it or it rains I got water inside plus it is really unaesthetic.
Hi Rob, I was thinking about changing suspensions for both rear and front with bitubo. What do you think? For me the stock ones are really poor and don't work too well especially the rear. I ride in bumpy roads, ditches and holes everywhere (I know I should have bought an enduro), the stock shocks don't work at all. Do you have a video about bitubo?
Dear Robot, thank you very much for your videos. I have a BV 350 tourer, colour "Grigio Materia" 2020 model exactly like the one you mentioned. I would like to know what is the colour number as I need to buy the colour spray as I scratched my scooter. In the helmet space underneath the sit it shows "color: HT" but what spray paint should I buy? Also for the oder lighter grey part. Thank you in advance.
Hello mate i got a question got a beverly 250 but it makes a kocking engine sound do you know what it is be can? If i give gas then kocking more ? Thanks like your video's
i m looking for a used bv 350 2014 ( québec,Canada )with 24 000 km = your experience said it s not a good year. if replacement parts ,like electronics,cap,ucm,ect made by the owner,still good machine ? sorry for my english,i m french canadian... merci
Has revisado el desgaste en las llantas, alguna balinera delantera ? Puede ser que el rin tenga un dobles pequeño que lo hace notable a mayor velocidad, yo empezaría por ahy
HELLO MONSTER! i HAVE A NON INTERESTING QUESTION BUT IT'S ODD i HAVE AN LT150 IGGIO IT HAS 800 ORIG MILES ON IT WHICH IS CRAAAZIE BUT OK i GOT IT TO RUN FLAWLESSLY BUT THE QUESTION IS WHERE THE HELL DID THIS COMANY HIDE THE KICK STARTER DID SOME NO COME WITH THEM? i MEAN i DON'T EVEN SEE A HOLE FOR IT..ANY IDEAS WHAT GOES ON HERE? TIA i'VE LOOKED EVERYWHERE CANT FIND IT OR AN ACCESS HOLE NUTHIN LEASE HELP i LIKE TO HAVE THE SAFETY OF A K STARTER
You deserve a raise. Im going to buy a vespa just because your helpful videos
I think the Beverly has the same engine plus it has a huge van under the seat and was my buying point!
I have the Matte Green 2019 BV350. I tell people who ask about it.... It’s a motorcycle with automatic transmission. Awesome! The most fun I’ve ever had riding.
Watched a video of you for the first time on the Piaggio Bv 350 when you took it out for a run. You are a trusted mechanic and definitely would buy one from you. Honest guy.
Great video. I have a white BV 350 from 2016 with a wind screen and an official Piaggio top box on the back. Talk about cool. It is the best thing I have ever owned for around town commuting and shopping. We can carry plenty of groceries, and my wife loves the very comfortable riding position on the back. Just perfect. However, I was surprised to hear the suggestion that this scooter can be used for long haul trips. Watch out. The subject is mentioned later on in the video. The gas tank is only 2.5 gallons. This is not a problem for simple around town trips. I fill my tank maybe once a month, but on a long haul trip, you really need to watch the gas gage and preplan your trip to insure there are gas stations along the route. For the three hour 170 mile freeway trip I do once a year to Scuderia West in San Francisco, starting with a full tank, I need to fill up twice more along the way to be sure I do not run out of gas on the freeway. Forget about using this scooter for trips in the mountains or desert where gas stations are few and far between. The gas tank is simply too small for such trips. And speaking of riding on twisty roads in the mountains, I have come across another issue. You will not notice this when riding around town or in a straight line on the freeway, but in the middle of a corner on twisty roads in the mountains, the front end constantly feels like it is about to fold. It is either because the steering column is too flexible or because the wheelbase is so small. I've never felt this on bigger bikes. It forces you to slow way, way down, making the BV totally impractical for mountain roads. Still, it is the best thing I've ever owned for around town commuting. My plan is to see if I can get ten years out of mine. :-) Robot, thanks for the BV videos!
PHEW! For a moment I thought you were announcing the "End of all Bv 350 production!"...Very insightful retrospective of what I love about my '13 Beverly 350. The new owner was lucky to be in the right time and place and of course share a passion for things scooteresque. See you soon for more piaggio attention.
20:39 thats when he reveals what he is getting.
honestly tho, since he is commuting to work, i would not be surprised if he eventually comes back to a new BV like some of you suggested below
I love this video
of course I love my 2020 HPE in the Verde Bosco and I'm going to be very excited to see what you will do to customize yours
it would be difficult to find a person who comes across as nicer than you on the Internet or face-to-face in daily life
thanks for a wonderful channel and being the person you are
can't wait for your next video
Wow, thank you!
@@VespaMotorsport you mean a lot to a lot of people. Even though I'm on the west coast of Florida I feel very connected to you and what you are doing there and one of the main reasons I have that GTS 300 HPE in my garage is because of you
@@Gregs_World I totally agree that seeing Robot’s videos rekindled my love of riding again and the major reason I got a 300 HPE Racing Sixties in Verde Bosco. Can’t wait to see how he mods his bike so I can follow suite! Makes me want to move to San Diego just so I can get my scooter modded and serviced by the best!
@@marstong I'm excited to watch those videos as well. I'm going to be out riding my HPE tonight
Bought a BV350 (2020 Model) in Feb. after being kicked of my Vespa 300 GTS by a car in Dec.... Watching your videos about the BV350 convinced me to do so. I´m getting my 1000 km inspection right now and after driving it for a while in the city and in the country, I think it was a very good decision so far. Thanks for your great videos and stay safe! Greetings from Munich, Germany
I find it surprising how short the mileage is on the BV from a full tank. I fill my 125 primavera at around 160 miles and I ran it out at 206 miles. I had a litre under my seat. Another great video, who wouldn't buy a Robot used bike.
I just bought a 2019 300gts touring because of Robot's videos. I'm now on scooterwest's website everyday looking at lighting upgrades and other stuff. Thanks Robot!
Robot you alright. Working and talking and it all makes sense.
I'm shopping for a used Vespa because of your videos. Such rambling reminds me of Dan at the old Brattin Motors years ago.
It's definitely a goodbye forever for me.
The engine brake is too stressful especially because of the stuttering and detonation so every time I slow down or have to stop, all these issues together give me a hard time.
The scooter also overheats, especially during Summer and in the traffic, the radiator's fan very often switches ON!
It's powerful and it has a great road handling but after a while it's a stressful scooter.
The new owner is getting a great scoot serviced by one of the best. I like your new Triumph Tiger 800, too tall for me. Lol :)) 👍
Happy Birthday and thanks for the Robot t shirt!!!
Because of you I am waiting for a new 2021 BV350 Tourer in gregio. Due any day now from Phil who sold you the RD350 Yamie.
My son Phillip ordered the new 400S HPE in sunset and hopes to be on the the first to get it from our mutual friend at Clevelandmoto.
You covered all maintenance on the BV350 and hope you'll do the same with the new Beverly HPE models.
Thanks Jeff for all you do for us.
Right on!
Great Video! You make the best TH-cam Videos. While the world gets crazy, I just watch your your videos. Thank you so much!
Robot, I will tell you that I've thoroughly enjoy my 2013 BV 350. It's a blast to ride.
Thanks for the video! Mr Robot
Quite the interesting video, Robot: as the owner of a 2015 GTS300 Super that's approaching 20k miles, I can vouch for the fact that one needs to keep an eye on that drive belt (had one disintegrate on me at a bad moment a little under two months ago, at roughly a bit over 8k miles), but otherwise the machine has been bulletproof, which is good, since it's not just my main ride, it's my sole motorized personal transport, period. Nice choice of the Tiger for a big(ish) bike. (Also dig the nod to Black Flag with your Pharaohs SC cap.)
EDIT: Met someone last weekend on a group ride with a BRG Racing 60s GTS300, with the new Akra pipe. Thing looks sharp. I think it'll fit you well. :-)
the bv 350 in Italy carries 13 liters of fuel, says the data scheet, but many think there il less. Congratulations on the great videos
Nice quick vid robot, I bought my 2013 bv350 cause you highly recommended it and I then bought the 2016 bv350 for the same reason.
Awesome! Glad to help...
Can't wait to see what you do to the green and yellow racing 60s.
I have a 2013 that I've been using for commuting. It's my 3rd commuting scooter and I don't know if it will end up being the most reliable of the 3 but when working it's certainly the most capable of the 3. Prevoius were 1987 Honda Elite 250 ( put to rest with 49,000 on the clock) and 2006 Daelim S-2 250 (put to rest with 46,500 on the clock). Getting ready for my 1st belt change on my BV.
I'm shocked you rolled with the stock exhaust. I switched to an akrapovic exhaust, pulled the cat out. Sooo much better sound, and lighter weight.
Nice bike though. I wish a BV 750 would exist.
I’ll never forget our time together trying not to drop your bike while crossing large bodies of water and roasting up sketchy dirt hills in Baja California. Goodnight, sweet prince.
I like your videos a lot. You always give us a good time and we learn a lot about our loved Vespas 👍 Thank you for sharing your passion and knowledge with us.
Whoever bought your BV lucked out!
Great “chit chat” vid Robot!! More of these please. Maybe tips for a new rider. I’m planning on getting a Liberty 50 to cruise the beach towns of Cape Cod and Martha’s Vineyard with a passenger. For example, riding in the middle of the road or to the side, appropriate riding gear (no flip flops-hahaha) safety tips, etc. Thanks again!
Good idea!
When I saw the title I thought you were going to talk about the discontinuation of the 350 which has been replaced by the "400 HPE". The 350 is no more.
What??
When the 400 comes to town, please do a review.
You know it!
Are we expecting a BV 400? Or something else that's 400 CC? Maybe I missed something..
@@talron7440 They were just released in Europe.
THANK YOU, VERY MUCH APPRECIATED.
Regards.
When you said RD350 scooter I thought you'd created Frankenstein's monster. I remember the Riva, boxy 1980s thing. Shame you can't get the parts from Yamaha to keep it on the road, but like you say, could be a money pit.
Wonder if Robot will sign the BV & then the new owner has an auction, maybe there can be a NFT of one of the Robot owned scooters :). Thanks for sharing.
Nice Service jobe done on that bv350, im look to find one used old Vespa T5 or PX to restore and drive. I have work in Motorcycle Service here in Zagreb (Croatia) almost 17 years and is a great intresting and fun work. I still have my old 2003 Piaggio NRG mc3 PureJet still work fine after 24000km
Greeting from Croatia 😎👍
Very cool!
Just thought I would add. A UK imperial gallon is not the same as a U.S gallon.
Hi Rob, any chance to have a video about the ABS system, trouble shooting it, sensors check, ABS light on, problem-solving, please. Also, there is no video on how to remove a clutch on Beverly (without that special tool, I had to use handy tools to lock it and remove it...).Cheers
i like the bv 350 but way to expensive for this old dude
"mule for crossing the border" 🤣
🤷♂️
good choice in new scooters.
I have a little question for the mechanic or for every single people who read and can answer me. I bought a BV350 (2018 model) and everything is ok, but when im driving slowly, like 20 or 30 km/h (low revs) I feel jerks. I realize that at this speed the fluency and flow its not normal at all. On the other hand, when I accelerate the bike works perfectly. Does anybody know what´s happening?
Thank you very much for reading!
Could you lightly pack the caliper pin guides with Sil-Gylde/silicone paste to take away the caliper noise?
It finished now came the new beverly very different!!!
Brill! thanks
I have a bv300 police from 2019 and the glove box is tilted outside in the corners. How can I solve this problem? Every time I wash it or it rains I got water inside plus it is really unaesthetic.
Hey Robot, realize you' re a Vespa dealer, but have you ever ridden a Yamaha XMax, and if so, how would you compare the two scoots? Thanks in advance!
Hey Bot, what are those tires you put on your BV? I've got to buy a pair and those are badass!
Hi. I am about to buy this scooter but I also like the Vespa 300 gts. I need ur advice.
Hi Rob, I was thinking about changing suspensions for both rear and front with bitubo. What do you think? For me the stock ones are really poor and don't work too well especially the rear.
I ride in bumpy roads, ditches and holes everywhere (I know I should have bought an enduro), the stock shocks don't work at all.
Do you have a video about bitubo?
Excellent choice! We have this video on available performance mods, but no install videos yet...th-cam.com/video/JuxHNMgOdsM/w-d-xo.html
@@VespaMotorsport hi, I have already watched it thanks. Is there a honest review regarding these suspensions?
Dear Robot, thank you very much for your videos. I have a BV 350 tourer, colour "Grigio Materia" 2020 model exactly like the one you mentioned. I would like to know what is the colour number as I need to buy the colour spray as I scratched my scooter. In the helmet space underneath the sit it shows "color: HT" but what spray paint should I buy? Also for the oder lighter grey part. Thank you in advance.
Hj,my beverly 350 is doing a weird noise and i would like to send you a video.can you see it and tell me if you have any idea what is that noise?
New model in europe for 2021 maybe 2022 in the US? Beverly updated?
Are you gonna review the Beverly 400s?
As soon as we get one...
I thought you were going to get a Piaggio BV 400s
Hello mate i got a question got a beverly 250 but it makes a kocking engine sound do you know what it is be can? If i give gas then kocking more ? Thanks like your video's
i m looking for a used bv 350 2014 ( québec,Canada )with 24 000 km = your experience said it s not a good year. if replacement parts ,like electronics,cap,ucm,ect made by the owner,still good machine ? sorry for my english,i m french canadian... merci
I was gonna get a bv 350 but instead decided to get a honda forza abs, both are great bikes.
Same here.
@@EFA22000 which scooter do u have
@@jasontomica8938 I was going to trade in my gts300 for a bv350 and ended up buying a forza300
@@EFA22000 What year is yours and how many miles have you put on it in any issues
Do you have any new bv 2021. 350
Czym różni się silnik piaggio 350 od 300 ?
Hola buen día !! Por qué mi bv 350 -2019 vibra el volante ? cuando voy al rededor de los 60 km por hora
Has revisado el desgaste en las llantas, alguna balinera delantera ? Puede ser que el rin tenga un dobles pequeño que lo hace notable a mayor velocidad, yo empezaría por ahy
Just about has me convinced to look towards a Vespa! Been looking at BMW scooters
Dont go for the bmw, they are way less fun than the vespa 300 gts
@@EFA22000 yeah, something I've been toying around with. I'm going to test ride a Vespa here next week so that'll give me an idea.
HELLO MONSTER! i HAVE A NON INTERESTING QUESTION BUT IT'S ODD i HAVE AN LT150 IGGIO IT HAS 800 ORIG MILES ON IT WHICH IS CRAAAZIE BUT OK i GOT IT TO RUN FLAWLESSLY BUT THE QUESTION IS WHERE THE HELL DID THIS COMANY HIDE THE KICK STARTER DID SOME NO COME WITH THEM? i MEAN i DON'T EVEN SEE A HOLE FOR IT..ANY IDEAS WHAT GOES ON HERE? TIA i'VE LOOKED EVERYWHERE CANT FIND IT OR AN ACCESS HOLE NUTHIN LEASE HELP i LIKE TO HAVE THE SAFETY OF A K STARTER
It does not have one, the e-starter is reliable as a car's e-starter.
And the next time don't use all caps.
Robot, why not the 350 engine in the GTS? There can't be that much difference?
There just isn't the room.
much better than the bv400
Not a new BV 400?
I wonder what the difference is.
when the bv400 gets here in the USA, it''s going to run close to
$10,000 !!!
I think Robots holding out for a new HPE Beverly 400S or the BV300. Better suspension, brakes, keyless and the 16" wheels he likes.
@@marksalisbury5076 $7300
Two words I would not use in the same sentence the name of that Nation to the South and that rather unique equine creature, just saying.
How to be you're student
I don't know about all that "Not safe to cut out a custom gasket" talk. Seems kinda lame.
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Hey Robot, realize you' re a Vespa dealer, but have you ever ridden a Yamaha XMax, and if so, how would you compare the two scoots? Thanks in advance!