I rode a friend's p 200 about 35 years ago, and it never left my mind. In 2006 I got my first scooter, a Yamaha 125cc Vino. It looked a bit like a Vespa and was a blast. This lead me to getting an old Suzuki 450 motorcycle, and from there to a BMW F650. I rode that motorcycle for the next 15 years. I sold it a three years ago and thought I was done riding. The scooter bug came back to me and three weeks ago I bought a new Vespa 300 GTV. It is beautiful and a joy to ride.
We visited Florence this past June. We did a Vespa tour through the countryside. After 5 hours on a 150 Sprint, I told my wife I was getting one once we got home. 2 weeks later, I picked up my first Vespa, a GTS! So much more fun than any motorcycle I have ever owned.
Thank you so much for making this video Gregor, I loved every bit of it! I'm saving up to buy my first Vespa after I turn 16 real soon, I've always wanted to get a Primavera, it's my dream scooter. Still so early in the process that I'm still studying towards my learners license and looking at all of the different colours for the Primavera (which all look absolutely beautiful) but I'm so excited to get it I can barely contain myself!
@AsteriskEDM Amico mio,stai provando quello che quasi tutti i 16enni italiani provavano negli anni 60/70/80 ,certamente la Primavera ti darà molte soddifazioni,solo un'avvertimento , quando guidi 2 ruote devi avere 1.000 occhi,gli automobilisti non ti considerano...
I have been a big bike rider for over 50 years and I just bought a Vespa GTS 300. I'm impressed with the beauty and smoothness ride you get from a Vespa. I'm in love with the bike. ❤
Gregor, we've been following you for race news and interviews since before you went to Flo, and we are really impressed with the new content, filming and editing since you gave your channel a make-over. We were reminded by your video of the book "Vroom with a View" by Peter Moore. It's all about touring Italy on a 40 year old Vespa. Keep showing us the insider's view of life in Florence!
Just came back from Italy and saw so many Vespa. Look them and they are safer with more protection (especially your legs) than regular motorbikes in other places.
I bought a 1979 Vespa P200e almost 28 years ago when I was a student, restored it and I made many many kilometers with it. And I slightly modified it along the way. After study I got a car and a motorcycle and since then the Vespa was used rarely or not at all for many years. But I never dared to sell it, I knew I'd regret it. Now I got enthousiastic again, making plans and watching Vespa videos. I still have all the original parts so I will build mine back as it originally was. This year I plan to make some nice holiday trips with it, just like in the days long ago.
The P200 is stylish but a work horse. Love it. I was in Thailand, and you see so may old vespas still buzzing around. It's cool. thanks for sharing your story with the community. I hope your vespa is going to be restored and going soon!
@@GregorBrown Yes, it's a work horse, but a nice one. For those years it was my only means of transportation, so I rode it all year round. Still remember the icy roads in winter and having to stop at every gas station to warm up again. 😂Now getting it back on the road should be relatively simple. Paint and bodywork are still good, so it's the moving parts that need attention. And maybe upgrade the electrics from 6V to 12V.
Love your videos Gregor, checked out a bunch before we went to Sorrento. Love your shades too, what brand are they ? When I got back from Sorrento I bought myself a brand new blue Vespa Primavera and absolutely love it.
I have a white GTS 300 that I’ve had for over 10 years. I really enjoy it but usually only rake it on secondary roads due to traffic. It runs so nice 😎
Hello gregor, nice Video! I'm Ilham from Indonesia, I rode Vespa LX from 2010 until 2020, when Covid attack, need to build a home office for the online lecturing, so sadly must to sold the vespa. But last month, just took an '83 Vespa PX, found that the engine was stuffed by some japanese racing product, so I call some friend who was active in the classic vespa communities, found a good mechanic and now he rebuild the engine into the standard spec. Hope it done fast, really want to commuting again with vespa. Cheers!
Wow, that GTV is cool looking. I just looked it up. Also, take a moment to subscribe if you haven't already, it helps this channel and community grow. Also, a BIG thumbs up is always, ALWAYS, welcome. Thanks again!
@@GregorBrown subscribed. Envious in a nice way that your in Italy. I ve travelled around Northern Italy, Verona, Garda, Milan and Venice and loved the place. All the best. Vespa!!
Congratulations on your first Vespa project! It sounds like an exciting journey ahead. Research and patience will surely make it a rewarding experience. Enjoy the process and the ride! 🛵🔧
I used to have a P125X in the united states, and I loved it. I had to sell it to a relative, as I left to live in Greece a few years ago. I am about by another Vespa here.
Bought my first Vespa in 2000, a PX200D and loved it. Sold it to my brother ten years later and regretted selling it every since.. Then last year (Aug 2021) me and my daughter went to Rome and hired VESPA GTE300 from Bici & Baci and done our own Roman Holiday (one of my fav movies).. I’ve Rome booked again for 2024 and yes I’ll be doing Rome on a Vespa (with my daughter) once again.. I love Vespa’s and love Italy
Wow. Great stories! Yeah, I'd like to have another P200 or similiar. or a newer GT300. They are so fun. You did well, that's a great way to get around and visit. Plus, ON A VESPA!!!
@@GregorBrown Have you read Peter Moore’s Vroom with a view, and the sequel Vroom by the Sea?. It’s Peters experiences touring Italy on a Vespa, great reading
Wow I have a identical twin to that black fiat panda at1:05 I'm from Australia and bought it in Queensland RHD 5speed manual,almost bought a manual Alfa 159 sad I couldn't get it but the fiat is pretty cool. I recently saw the Gucci movie and big bang theory saw Vespas plus my dad liked bikes for a long time so that kinda sparked an interest plus my fave celebs own bikes like James may and Keanu reeves. I decided a Vespa because you don't need a bike license in Queensland only a car license. Other states you need a bike license. I'm lucky. I also like Ducati bikes same again saw one in the Gucci movie
Buddy i have heard that in italy pillion passenger on scooter motorcycle passenger on back seat can sit in side saddle sitting position means both legs on one side just like in vintage style is it true...
Hi! Nice video. I am between buy a 1998 Vespa px or a 2020 Vespa sxl. I like the old one for his design but I really don't know if it will be practic for use all days in a big city. Some advice for me? Thanks.
Well even if I am a Vespisto since 1984 in my oppinion the icon is not only the Vespa but Alfa Romeo and here the Alfa Romeo Giulia 1300 nuova. Talking about food ... well you name it Mokka... I own 3 Vespas a New Vespa from 2003 a PX from 1984 and my oldest one is from 1974. To behonest I am glad to have them all and I love to drive them Italian style . Life is to short to have no Vespa.
Such a great film! I’ve owned various iterations of the P range Vespas, from 125 - 200cc, but the only 60s classic I owned, was a 1968 SS180. I live in Scotland, and the Vespas all performed admirably and stylishly. I lived in Australia for a couple of years and had a blast riding in the sunshine on a PX200E and a PX125. I used to ride to a little French Boulangerie on the edge of Brisbane on a Sunday morning to buy croissants, bread and a couple of sweet treats. The French owner heard the distinctive “ring-ting-ding” of the 2 stroke P200 and came out for a look. He then showed me the office at the back of the shop , which was covered in vintage French Vespa memorabilia & ephemera and he still had a Vespa GS160 as well as a late 90s PX125… I used to get a few extra croissants for free after that🤩😁 The benefits of being part of the international Vespa cognoscenti… 😎 Thanks again for this fabulous film🤗
What is Italy's most famous icon ？
@@GregorBrown Pasta and Pizza
I rode a friend's p 200 about 35 years ago, and it never left my mind. In 2006 I got my first scooter, a Yamaha 125cc Vino. It looked a bit like a Vespa and was a blast. This lead me to getting an old Suzuki 450 motorcycle, and from there to a BMW F650. I rode that motorcycle for the next 15 years. I sold it a three years ago and thought I was done riding. The scooter bug came back to me and three weeks ago I bought a new Vespa 300 GTV. It is beautiful and a joy to ride.
We visited Florence this past June. We did a Vespa tour through the countryside. After 5 hours on a 150 Sprint, I told my wife I was getting one once we got home. 2 weeks later, I picked up my first Vespa, a GTS! So much more fun than any motorcycle I have ever owned.
That is awesome!
Thank you so much for making this video Gregor, I loved every bit of it! I'm saving up to buy my first Vespa after I turn 16 real soon, I've always wanted to get a Primavera, it's my dream scooter. Still so early in the process that I'm still studying towards my learners license and looking at all of the different colours for the Primavera (which all look absolutely beautiful) but I'm so excited to get it I can barely contain myself!
ahhhhhhhh, you will love it. Another idea is just find a used beat up one that you can really enjoy and not stress about too much.
@AsteriskEDM
Amico mio,stai provando quello che quasi tutti i 16enni italiani provavano negli anni 60/70/80 ,certamente la Primavera ti darà molte soddifazioni,solo un'avvertimento , quando guidi 2 ruote devi avere 1.000 occhi,gli automobilisti non ti considerano...
I have been a big bike rider for over 50 years and I just bought a Vespa GTS 300. I'm impressed with the beauty and smoothness ride you get from a Vespa. I'm in love with the bike. ❤
Couldn't agree more!. GTS 300, what an awesome ride!
Gregor, we've been following you for race news and interviews since before you went to Flo, and we are really impressed with the new content, filming and editing since you gave your channel a make-over. We were reminded by your video of the book "Vroom with a View" by Peter Moore. It's all about touring Italy on a 40 year old Vespa. Keep showing us the insider's view of life in Florence!
Ahhhh
That's really nice of you to share. I feel like the videos have improved too but I don't know if the viewers notice.
Great vid. Seemingly captures a lot of the local Italian scenery in an artful and artistic manner. Cheers from NY!
Love that Vespa bikes are synonymous with Italy. Thanks for sharing your love of your adopted country.
Thanks for watching. Glad you like it.
Just came back from Italy and saw so many Vespa. Look them and they are safer with more protection (especially your legs) than regular motorbikes in other places.
Have a Triumph Bonneville but now I feel like I need a Vespa.
Hahah. Sorry!! 😅
Thanks for these vlogs about life in Italy, very interesting! Keep it up 👍🏻. I’d have to say that for me the Italian icon is the cannoli 😋
Glad you like them!
Yes, Cannoli are so good!
I bought a 1979 Vespa P200e almost 28 years ago when I was a student, restored it and I made many many kilometers with it. And I slightly modified it along the way. After study I got a car and a motorcycle and since then the Vespa was used rarely or not at all for many years. But I never dared to sell it, I knew I'd regret it. Now I got enthousiastic again, making plans and watching Vespa videos. I still have all the original parts so I will build mine back as it originally was. This year I plan to make some nice holiday trips with it, just like in the days long ago.
The P200 is stylish but a work horse. Love it. I was in Thailand, and you see so may old vespas still buzzing around. It's cool. thanks for sharing your story with the community. I hope your vespa is going to be restored and going soon!
@@GregorBrown Yes, it's a work horse, but a nice one. For those years it was my only means of transportation, so I rode it all year round. Still remember the icy roads in winter and having to stop at every gas station to warm up again. 😂Now getting it back on the road should be relatively simple. Paint and bodywork are still good, so it's the moving parts that need attention. And maybe upgrade the electrics from 6V to 12V.
Love the Vespa
In your video you show a place “vespa nueva línea” where is that ?
I have several vespas
From 70’s to 2023
Love them a lot
Just down the street from me in Florence 👍👌
Love your videos Gregor, checked out a bunch before we went to Sorrento. Love your shades too, what brand are they ? When I got back from Sorrento I bought myself a brand new blue Vespa Primavera and absolutely love it.
In 2018 I took a day trip on the Vespa on my own to vineyards and it was a topper of that trip to Italy Loved it
I have a white GTS 300 that I’ve had for over 10 years. I really enjoy it but usually only rake it on secondary roads due to traffic. It runs so nice 😎
Very nice! I love that new GTS
Hello gregor, nice Video! I'm Ilham from Indonesia, I rode Vespa LX from 2010 until 2020, when Covid attack, need to build a home office for the online lecturing, so sadly must to sold the vespa. But last month, just took an '83 Vespa PX, found that the engine was stuffed by some japanese racing product, so I call some friend who was active in the classic vespa communities, found a good mechanic and now he rebuild the engine into the standard spec. Hope it done fast, really want to commuting again with vespa. Cheers!
Beautiful video, Vespa r like drugs to me… however u wearing cool glasses! Could please name it?
Persol 😎
My first Vespa was an LX now got a GTV in Portofino green. Utterly jaw dropping. Thanks for the vid, love it. God bless you mate.
Wow, that GTV is cool looking. I just looked it up.
Also, take a moment to subscribe if you haven't already, it helps this channel and community grow. Also, a BIG thumbs up is always, ALWAYS, welcome. Thanks again!
@@GregorBrown subscribed. Envious in a nice way that your in Italy. I ve travelled around Northern Italy, Verona, Garda, Milan and Venice and loved the place. All the best. Vespa!!
thanks!!!! Verona is a cool town. Italy is great, these days in Florence the weather is perfect.
Love the Vespa. I miss Florence/Tuscany countryside. Hope to go back someday. Awesome video too.
You should! Hope to see you soon here in Italy!
How heavy is that cup you're drinking from?
I love my 1980 P200E. It's an amazing way to ride around Lake Tahoe.
I think mine was a 1979
I’ve got a 2012 GTV 300. Love it. Coffee brown.
A 2012 GTV 300 in coffee brown sounds absolutely stylish! Vespa's really do have that timeless cool factor. Ride on! 🛵💨
I just bought my first Vespa. It is in parts and I'm not even sure how complete it is. Doing research on them now. Good video.
Congratulations on your first Vespa project! It sounds like an exciting journey ahead. Research and patience will surely make it a rewarding experience. Enjoy the process and the ride! 🛵🔧
I used to have a P125X in the united states, and I loved it. I had to sell it to a relative, as I left to live in Greece a few years ago. I am about by another Vespa here.
the P series is such a useful classic bike
Bought my first Vespa in 2000, a PX200D and loved it. Sold it to my brother ten years later and regretted selling it every since.. Then last year (Aug 2021) me and my daughter went to Rome and hired VESPA GTE300 from Bici & Baci and done our own Roman Holiday (one of my fav movies).. I’ve Rome booked again for 2024 and yes I’ll be doing Rome on a Vespa (with my daughter) once again.. I love Vespa’s and love Italy
Wow. Great stories! Yeah, I'd like to have another P200 or similiar. or a newer GT300. They are so fun. You did well, that's a great way to get around and visit. Plus, ON A VESPA!!!
@@GregorBrown Have you read Peter Moore’s Vroom with a view, and the sequel Vroom by the Sea?. It’s Peters experiences touring Italy on a Vespa, great reading
@@bigmartin I have not but that sounds cool
Wow I have a identical twin to that black fiat panda at1:05 I'm from Australia and bought it in Queensland RHD 5speed manual,almost bought a manual Alfa 159 sad I couldn't get it but the fiat is pretty cool. I recently saw the Gucci movie and big bang theory saw Vespas plus my dad liked bikes for a long time so that kinda sparked an interest plus my fave celebs own bikes like James may and Keanu reeves. I decided a Vespa because you don't need a bike license in Queensland only a car license. Other states you need a bike license. I'm lucky. I also like Ducati bikes same again saw one in the Gucci movie
Thanks so much for sharing your story - it's inspiring to hear how you've been able to find your dream bike!
@@GregorBrown well they look cool and seem easier to ride and cheap.
Buddy i have heard that in italy pillion passenger on scooter motorcycle passenger on back seat can sit in side saddle sitting position means both legs on one side just like in vintage style is it true...
I don't think you can. I never see that done in Italy, but I know in Southeast Asia. It's done all the time. In Bangkok now for example.
Hi! Nice video. I am between buy a 1998 Vespa px or a 2020 Vespa sxl. I like the old one for his design but I really don't know if it will be practic for use all days in a big city. Some advice for me? Thanks.
Which model? Go the slx even if the px is a classic model
My scooters over the years vespa 90 special ,p200e , px 150 ,px cut down 125 , lammy gp 225 , px 150 chopped, now have 166 px
Good ones! I would like an old small frame Vespa 50.
I certainly liked your bronze over that dull blue grey! Italy's most famous icon? That has to be Campagnolo, no!
Yes. Campagnolo!
👍
Well even if I am a Vespisto since 1984 in my oppinion the icon is not only the Vespa but Alfa Romeo and here the Alfa Romeo Giulia 1300 nuova. Talking about food ... well you name it Mokka...
I own 3 Vespas a New Vespa from 2003 a PX from 1984 and my oldest one is from 1974. To behonest I am glad to have them all and I love to drive them Italian style . Life is to short to have no Vespa.
The Alfa can be on the list too ;) I love your enthusiasm for Vespas. So how many do you currently have?
Belive or not but all three Vespas are still mine… the Vespa 50r is under work
I didn’t think pizza was Italian.
The three most beautiful Italian icons are: Sophia Loren, Ferrari, and Vespa.
Good trio.
Surely Ferrari 👍
Tough to say.
Such a great film! I’ve owned various iterations of the P range Vespas, from 125 - 200cc, but the only 60s classic I owned, was a 1968 SS180. I live in Scotland, and the Vespas all performed admirably and stylishly. I lived in Australia for a couple of years and had a blast riding in the sunshine on a PX200E and a PX125. I used to ride to a little French Boulangerie on the edge of Brisbane on a Sunday morning to buy croissants, bread and a couple of sweet treats.
The French owner heard the distinctive “ring-ting-ding” of the 2 stroke P200 and came out for a look. He then showed me the office at the back of the shop , which was covered in vintage French Vespa memorabilia & ephemera and he still had a Vespa GS160 as well as a late 90s PX125… I used to get a few extra croissants for free after that🤩😁
The benefits of being part of the international Vespa cognoscenti… 😎
Thanks again for this fabulous film🤗
What are the best sites and ways to buy used vespa ? Thanks you are the best
I restored and own a 58 truimph 650 preunit ,,,what of the older Vepers do you thunk are the most practical reliable and coolest ?
Rally 200.
Just REALLY have a good look at the floor.