How to Find a Vespa Mechanic

Vespa revolutionized the motor bike industry over 50 years ago and they are still going strong. Vespa blends Italian style with speed to create a one-of-a-kind scooter. Even the best sometimes needs service, so how do you find a reliable Vespa mechanic? Finding an authorized Vespa dealer will put you on the right path to finding the mechanic who has the skill and training to repair your Italian scooter.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

1. Contact an authorized Vespa dealer in your community. All authorized dealerships are required to employ trained and certified Vespa mechanics.
2. Network with other Vespa owners. Personal recommendations from fellow Vespa enthusiasts will help you find the mechanic who can keep your scooter running smoothly.
3. Research if an authorized vintage Vespa mechanic is available in your area. Vespa has authorized a limited group of Vintage Vespa Restoration Shops in the United States. Information can be obtained by sending an email to [e-mail].
4. Advertise on your local "Craigslist" or in your local newspaper for a Vespa mechanic. Fellow Vespa enthusiasts can also be found by these methods.
5. Attend a Vespa rally or a general scooter show. Ask the participants for recommendations and tips concerning Vespa care.

Tips & Warnings

• Vespa.com lists all authorized Vespa dealers in the United States, Canada and around the world. Each country has its own Vespa page and, in the United States, dealer locations can be found at the Vespa USA website.
• If an authorized Vespa mechanic is not available in your community, ask for the name of the nearest dealer for a scooter or motorcycle mechanic who is qualified to work on your Vespa. Unauthorized does not always mean unqualified.