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SimonVespa · troop Joined: 16 May 2007 Posts: 33 Location: Essex

OK so we can’t take all the credit, but I bet pressure from the internet forums and the scooter press must have had something to do with this. According to this months Scootering magazine there is finally an exhaust recall for the GTS here in the UK. Laughing

Here is the full text of the article:

After months of speculation and numerous reports of failing components, Piaggio have made the following announcement regarding the Vespa GTS.

“Piaggio LTD has instigated a product recall on certain Vespa GTS 250cc, Vespa GTV250cc and Vespa GT60 250cc models. In some cases, the exhaust system may release gasses with the potential to damage components adjacent to the muffler area. As a precaution all machines that may be affected are being recalled: owners are being contacted directly and advised to take their vehicles to their nearest dealer.

Piaggio authorised dealers are being instructed to fit a replacement exhaust system header pipe of an updated design which eliminates any risk of damage”

For more information about any of the Piaggio models or how to find your nearest Piaggio dealer, call freephone 00800 818 29800 or visit www.uk.piaggio.com

Thanks. And dont forget to get the header pipe replaced even if you have a PM or Scorpion fitted!!

S

Maver · Posted: Fri May 18, 2007 4:12 pm Post subject:

nice one, about time Rolling Eyes

i take it this is in the June issue of scootering in newsagents from may 24th and with subscribers now/soon....
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SimonVespa · troop Joined: 16 May 2007 Posts: 33 Location: Essex

Yep. It plopped onto the mat this morning Shocked

Maver · Posted: Fri May 18, 2007 4:24 pm Post subject:

i'll wait for the postman to finish reading mine and see if it's here in the morning then Laughing

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SimonVespa · troop Joined: 16 May 2007 Posts: 33 Location: Essex

Theres a good review of the Gilera Fuoco - looks mega mean in matt black Twisted Evil

suit scoot · Posted: Fri May 18, 2007 4:40 pm Post subject:

ill see if piaggio send it to me Smile

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g-tease · Site Admin Joined: 14 May 2007 Posts: 361 Location: London

Oz is in there! Well one of his scoots! Very Happy

CheekyThomas · Guvernor Joined: 18 May 2007 Posts: 1374

If you have a effected model you will be getting a letter, and a modified downpipe with washer welded on to deflect the exhaust gas if the gasket fails...

But if ya wanna check yours... chassis numbers of effected models are below....

Vespa GTS250 ZAPM4510000001995 to ZAPM4510000019019
Vespa GT60 ZAPM4510200002197 to ZAPM4510200002483
Vespa GTV250 ZAPM4510200002771 to ZAPM4510200003015

suit scoot · Posted: Tue May 29, 2007 11:49 pm Post subject:

ive had the gasket problem 3 times and i aint had my letter yet.

thank god for aftermarket pipes.
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CheekyThomas · Guvernor Joined: 18 May 2007 Posts: 1374

As long as you never reuse the same gasket you shouldnt ever get the problem??

Even the new modified pipe still uses the same gasket, all theyve done is weld a washer round the pipe so if the gasket fails the gas leaking out is blocked from getting near the brake pipe, and its blown in a different direction.

Innocenti · Posted: Wed May 30, 2007 9:08 am Post subject:

lol dint get letter as i have moved address i defo need to get it done Crying or Very sad

saying that need me belt and rollers done to Laughing

CheekyThomas · Guvernor Joined: 18 May 2007 Posts: 1374

Doesnt matter if youve moved address as they send it to the address that DVLA holds for the vehicle V5... So aslong as you informed DVLA that you moved it will come your way! Wink

CheekyThomas · Guvernor Joined: 18 May 2007 Posts: 1374

Heres couple of pictures of the new pipe...

suit scoot · Posted: Wed May 30, 2007 2:55 pm Post subject: