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Live art created at ScooterExpo by Dave Dickinson | NEWS

We are pleased to announce that award-winning airbrush artist Dave Dickinson of DDK Airbrushing will be appearing at ScooterExpo this Sunday 21st May, giving a live demonstration for all to enjoy in Hall 1. Back in 2019, Dave did some live work at our first ScooterExpo, the finished item being…

iggy-grainger18 May 2023

Whilton Mill scooter endurance Le Mans start as 40 scooters head off for an 8 hour race.

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Scooter Endurance – Whilton Mill 8-hour | SCOOTER RACING

BSEC Whilton Mill 8-Hour Coronation Race brought to you with the support of Northampton General Hospital A&E The long wait since the last BSEC endurance race at Teesside in September was finally over. As the sport grows, regular entrants were joined by several new teams keen to experience the excitement…

iggy-grainger18 May 2023

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JB Tuning goodies at ScooterExpo | NEWS

Southend-based JB Tuning Classic Scooter Shop have a reputation for not only building championship-winning scooters on the race track but also high-mileage touring machines for the road. The man behind the tuning, John B brought the shop stand to the first ScooterExpo and he will be returning this Sunday 21st…

iggy-grainger17 May 2023

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Scoots and Soul at ScooterExpo | NEWS

Have you ever wondered what goes into a scooter seat? We don't mean an off-the-shelf cheap seat for £50, mass-produced in Asia. We are talking about a handmade seat for your classic or custom scooter that’s produced here in the UK. Made in England Scoots and Soul will have a…

iggy-grainger17 May 2023

CNC SIP Style Vespa GTS clock surround on orange scooter.

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Tasty new CNC SIP Style parts for new GTS | NEWS

If you read the feature on the latest Vespa GTS yesterday you might think there are not too many extras you'll need to buy for it. Well SIP may just have something to say about that... They've just released some tasty-looking SIP Style parts for the latest model. They're CNC…

iggy-grainger16 May 2023

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New Old Stock parts at ScooterExpo | NEWS

If you are searching for that elusive piece for your classic Lambretta then ScooterExpo could be the place to find it this Sunday 21st May. Swiss Tony's Scooter Spares will once again be attending and are planning to bring a selection of New Old Stock spare parts for various Lambretta…

iggy-grainger16 May 2023

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Is this the best Vespa GTS to date? – RST22 SuperSport 300 | Road test

I could quite easily save myself quite a lot of time and trouble by just telling you to click this link then go out and buy yourself the latest Vespa GTS RST22. It really is that good. But you probably want to know why, so here goes… You all know…

iggy-grainger15 May 2023

Pinstriped Lambretta parts any Slacker the Pinstriper.

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Book in for pinstriping at ScooterExpo | NEWS

ScooterExpo is on this Sunday 21st May and more than 119 of the finest classic and custom scooters will be on display over two halls. We also have quality traders and craftsmen in attendance as well. Slacker The Pinstriper will be plying his trade in Hall 2 on Sunday and…

iggy-grainger15 May 2023

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Musical highlights coming up at ScooterExpo | NEWS

For ScooterExpo 2 we decided to put a slight spin on the event and invite those with scooters inspired by music to enter their machines to the exhibition, along with the general invitation for classic and customs. The response was literally overwhelming and as a result, we have added a…

iggy-grainger12 May 2023

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An invitation behind the scenes – Speakers Corner | SCOOTEREXPO

Want to learn more about what went on behind the scenes when it comes to selling Lambretta and Vespa scooters in the UK? Maybe your interest is in 1970s scooter racing, or aftermarket parts for your scooter? All this and more will be part of ScooterExpo 2 which takes place…

iggy-grainger10 May 2023