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

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NEW: Adjustable CNC fork links by Casa Performance | NEWS

Casa Performance has just released these high-tech CNC machined adjustable Lambretta fork links for all Lambrettas fitted with an anti-dive disc brake. These haven't got a hub locating pin so aren't suitable for original Lambretta drum or disc hubs. The links come in two versions, 12mm for standard-diameter wheel axles…

iggy-grainger4 May 2023

Lambretta V Special in white with Watsonian sidecar fitted.

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New Watsonian sidecar for Lambretta V Special | NEWS

Historic British sidecar manufacturer, Watsonian have just added the (don't shoot the messenger die-hard Lambretta fans) V Special to their list of scooter sidecar fitting kits. The Gloustershire-based firm have seen steady growth in the demand for sidecars from scooter riders, with the Vespa GTS proving popular.Fitting a sidecar to…

iggy-grainger4 May 2023

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Piaggio MP3 530 Executive | REVIEW

I’ve been lucky enough to ride every incarnation of the Piaggio MP3 since it first arrived way back in 2006. Even so, I’m still impressed every time I get on one. The version you see here is the latest MP3 530 HPE Executive, it’s the big daddy of the MP3…

iggy-grainger3 May 2023

20% off all Scorpion Exhausts for King's Coronation

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20% off Scorpion Exhausts for King’s Coronation | NEWS

What better way to celebrate the momentous occasion of the King's Coronation than to get yourself 20% off a Scorpion exhaust? Scorpion Exhausts are proudly hand made in Great Britain and the Derbyshire-based firm are offering a special discount on all bike/scooter products from May 5th-8th. To get your discount…

iggy-grainger3 May 2023

Jim Holt leading Ben Readings and Sean Collison at Mallory Park BSSO scooter racing.

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BSSO Scooter Racing: Rookie’s Report – Round 2 Mallory Park | FEATURE

Young scooter lad, engineer, mechanic and rookie scooter racer, Ben Readings has recently taken part in his second BSSO race meeting. The lad may only be young in years but his levelheaded approach to racing shows the kind of maturity I could only dream of, as this part of his…

iggy-grainger26 April 2023

White Vespa PX on a shingle beach overlooking the Italian mountains.

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Vespa PX – London to Oz travel blog: Part 2 – Spain to Turkey | FEATURE

I'm not sure about you lot but I'm pretty jealous about this road trip. 24-year-old Ross Dicker is into the second month of a ride to Australia on his Vespa PX 150. We brought you the first part of this story as Ross set off from Retrospective Scooters in London…

iggy-grainger20 April 2023

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VE (UK) now stocking AF Rayspeed and VMC parts | NEWS

Derby-based scooter parts distributor, VE (UK) are now stocking a couple of new brands to add to their extensive parts list. If you've ever tried to phone or email AF Rayspeed you'll know that it's not easy to get through to them so being able to get your AF parts…

iggy-grainger18 April 2023

Lexmoto xdv 300 adventure scooter in blue with aluminium luggage parked near to an image of a mountain landscape.

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Lexmoto XDV 300 scooter launched | NEWS

Lexmoto have today released their brand new XDV 300 adventure scooter, complete with three-piece aluminium luggage for just £4,699 plus on-the-road costs. The scooter boasts a 25bhp liquid-cooled engine with a claimed maximum speed of 80mph. It comes equipped with long travel upside-down KYB suspension and gas-charged adjustable rear suspension…

iggy-grainger17 April 2023

Scarborough scooter rally 2023 looking down to the beach with the bridge and lots of scooters.

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BSRA #1 Scarborough Easter National Scooter Rally 2023 | RALLERY

As I snicked my Quattrini-kitted Eibar into first gear and pulled away from home in a cloud of blue smoke, I was busy working out just how many years it was since my first scooter ride to Scarborough. It’s not easy trying to do complicated mathematics with winter gloves on…

iggy-grainger17 April 2023

Hornet Racing lambretta side panel with number 65 - Ben Readings.

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BSSO Scooter racing: Rookies Report – Round 1 Croft | FEATURE

The 2023 BSSO scooter racing season kicked off recently at a very wet Croft. A bit of rain didn't dampen the spirits of 24-year-old rookie racer, Ben Readings though. Ben is riding for Hornet Racing this year and will be bringing us his 'Rookie's Report' as the season progresses. He's…

iggy-grainger12 April 2023