Jeremy Clarkson suggests buying a Vespa:I also liked the idea of a Vespa because most bikes are Japanese. This means they are extremely reliable so you cannot avoid a fatal crash by simply breaking down. This is entirely possible on a Vespa because it is made in Italy.
Via Jeff the Baptist, who quips "Perhaps this explain the popularity of Harley-Davidson's as well?" Heh, probably. Although Harley has improved it's quality control over recent years. Or so I've heard. A company can only count on brand loyalty for so long.
Personally, I've long dreamed of getting a Vespa and riding it from Barrow, Alaska to Tierra del Fuego, and then writing a book about the experience. That's one motorcycle adventure that I don't think has been yet tackled on a scooter.
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A friend of mine once had a Fiat... for about 5 months. He found out quickly that Fiat stands for:
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As far as riding a Vespa that far... you won't have a butt or lower back left, John. And if you've just gotta go Italian - get a Moto Guzzi.
Yeah, but that would be part of the challenge. Just like the guy who years ago rode a Honda Helix in the Iron Butt.
With a 250cc engine, that thing should be able to hit 60 or 70mph. I would like a little more protection than a Vespa at that speed.
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