iggy-grainger, Author at ScooterLab.uk (SLUK)

Publicity image for the 2025 Honda Monkey, Dax and Cub showing all 3 models.

Upgrades for 3 Honda icons: Super Cub, Monkey and Dax | NEWS

Three iconic Honda 125s have had a Euro 5+ makeover for 2025. The Super Cub, Dax and Monkey are fun-looking but very useful 125s. For this model year, they all get upgraded to Euro 5+ emissions compliance and also receive a few upgrades and new accessories. ST125 Dax This model…

iggy-grainger28 January 2025

Royal Alloy JP/ Swan series 1 style scooter, rendered image in white and blue.

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First spy shots of new Royal Alloy Series 1 lookalike | NEWS

Earlier this week the CAD drawings for a new Lambretta Series 1 style Royal Alloy were posted on the Royal Alloy Club of Great Britain Facebook page (pictured above). Well, we've managed to obtain the first spy shot of how it's expected to look. That's right, just when you thought…

iggy-grainger24 January 2025

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Laser Tools: 3-in-1 wire stripper, crimper & bolt cutter | NEWS

Scooterists love a decent tool and if it saves some space in the toolbar then it's a bonus. This 3-in-1 tool features a wire stripper, crimper and bolt cutter. I own and use quite a few Laser Tools myself, they're decent quality and affordable. This latest addition is the Multipurpose…

iggy-grainger24 January 2025

SIP forged aluminium rims for Vespa GTS in black.

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Mk II Forged aluminium 13″ rims from SIP Scooter shop | NEWS

Vespa GTS styling is a massive growth area within scootering and German scooter giant, SIP, is all over it like a rash. Look at their latest forged aluminium rims, they're stunning... These tasty-looking 13" MK II rims aren't just a fashion accessory though. Forged rims have some important advantages over…

iggy-grainger22 January 2025

Estoica Motor electric Vespa PX engine in situ.

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Spanish firm Estoica Motor’s novel PX electric conversion | FEATURE

The latest company to join in with the electrification of classic scooters is Estoica Motor. They’re a Spanish start-up business with a novel reverse-engineered approach. Luis Miguel Sánchez is the man behind the concept. He’s an engineer with a master’s degree in design. As a Vespa rider from Seville, he’s…

iggy-grainger21 January 2025

Polini HT clutch pictured in a Vespa PX engine with the clutch cover removed.

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Vespa PX: Polini HT clutch ‘For Race’ | NEWS

Polini's new Vespa PX HT Clutch For Race will land in dealers in the next few weeks and has quite a few features that make it stand out from other up-rated clutches. Polini has used innovative 'reverse clutch technology' on the HT clutch. It means the lighter internal clutch hub…

iggy-grainger20 January 2025

The Scooter World hall at the Newark Winter Warmer show.

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Newark Winter Classic Show | RALLERY

Newark's Classic Bike Guide Winter Classic was held last weekend in bitterly cold weather, but crowds still flocked to the Newark Showground. This show is a huge affair with lots of traders and parts sellers outside the various halls, selling everything and anything related to two wheels. Those outdoor traders…

iggy-grainger14 January 2025

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3 year warranty on all new Yamahas | NEWS

Yamaha has added an extra year to its current warranty and now gives a Three-Year Factory Warranty as standard. It covers ALL new road-going 2025 model-year motorcycles and scooters. The extended warranty is a testament to Yamaha's confidence in the reliability and quality of its vehicles. It includes everything from…

iggy-grainger14 January 2025

Vespa 946 the Snake limited edition sat on an icy mountain.

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Vespa 946 Snake | NEWS

Many rally-going scooterists will be choking on their Corn Flakes when they see the latest limited edition Vespa 946. 'The Snake' brings up connotations of a classic but overplayed Northern Soul record but obviously this Vespa model isn't aimed at most of us. This is an ultra-exclusive 125cc scooter costing…

iggy-grainger10 January 2025

Scooters at the Newark Winter Classic show.

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Scooter World at Newark Winter Classic – Newark | NEWS

This weekend (January 11th-12th) will see thousands of visitors flocking to Newark Showground for the annual Classic Bike Guide Winter Classic Show. Aside from being an interesting show for motorcyclists, this event has also become a good way for scooterists to kickstart their year. That's because Scooter World takes over…

iggy-grainger9 January 2025