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Vespa Scooters are special when it comes to tyre fitment. Vespas have the benefit to be able to change tyre sizes and compounds to customise the handling and performance.

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Tyre Pressures for Vespa


1. What tyre pressures are needed?

This varies from manufacturer and personal choice.

2. What effect does tyre pressure have on the Scooter?

Front: Under inflated makes the front end heavy to turn the handlebars.

Front: Over inflated may give a hard feel from the front ends suspension. An over inflated front tyre will loose its foot print and will not have enough grip on cornering.

Rear: Under inflated makes the back end loose and squirm around on corners.

Rear: Over inflated will loose the tyres foot print and grip and will wear the center line of the tyre on a long straight run.


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