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Vespa 946 Emporio Armani ‘Special Project’
I’m excited. Think the first bike that Santa left you kind of excited. The reason I’m so giddy is that I managed to bag myself a 2016 Emporio Armani Vespa 946 125 with only 1020 kms on the clock. I’ve always wanted one, as it is described by myself and many other...
October is a Great Month to Choose a New Commuter Scooter
How amazing is it to be riding in this weather! If you are still riding the bus, October is a great month to buy yourself a commuter scooter. We have several models that do the job particularly well from $5590 to $7990. Check out the Kymco Agility 16+ 200, the...
Casual Mechanics Assistant Wanted
Casual Motorcycle/Scooter Mechanics Assistant Scooter Central is on the lookout for a handy motorcycle mechanics assistant. The right applicant will be a hands on sort of person who can tackle practical tasks. The role sees you doing a myriad of tasks form unboxing...
Join Us As A Casual Sales Person
Casual Sales Role We have a casual sales role at Scooter Central (the Vespa dealer in Brookvale). The role is currently Thursday 830-530, Friday 830-530, Saturdays 9-4, and it will see you selling scooters, helmets, jackets, gloves and much much more. In the role, you...
Vespa 946 Emporio Armani – The Most Beautiful Vespa Ever!
Here at Scooter Central we have been given the rare opportunity to offer a Vespa 946 Emporio Armani, which is often described and the most beautiful scooter ever made. It is one of only 946 units that were built with the joint input of Italian icons Vespa and high...
SMS Our Team To Answer All Your Questions
How to Use our Comprehensive Website Did you know that our SMS Chat box sends the messages you send straight to our Team on site at Scooter Central? We are available to answer all of your scooter related questions either by using the SMS chat, phone or email...
The White Vespa Primavera 150s Are In Store Now!
For the first time in nearly four years the incredibly popular white Vespa Primavera 150cc scooters are back. In typical Vespa style the bikes new white Primavera looks better than ever with some light green trim highlights and black seat. The ride away price for...
New Vespa Merchandise Available in store and online now!
This baseball cap was scientifically designed by the boffins at the Vespa factory to keep the sun off your face Must have genuine Vespa item $45 Available in store and from our online store. click here to buy now!
Commuting At Night Tips
Riders all know the feeling of anticipation at having a bit of fun, even when you are riding to or home from work. In the summer months most Sydney commuters will ride to, and home, from work in daylight, so not much changes from morning commute to the evening...
From The Vespa Factory To Your First Ride
Many of our riders probably don't get to see what's in action prior to them riding their new Vespa. In this article you can get an insight into what goes on in the back ground Every new Vespa arrives at Scooter Central crated up as it was at the factory door. ...
End of Financial Year Sale Still Running
Some great bargains have already been snapped up but there are some amazing deals still on offer. If you are thinking of making a scooter purchase be sure to come in to Scooter Central to see what deal you can take advantage of. We have numerous floor stock bikes on...
VESPA SALE on 2024 Build Date Models!
The SALE on Vespa has been very successful and Sale Stock is running low. We have a number of models and colours left on the floor still for a limited time. Contact our sales staff on 9938 5858 to secure your bike today. Vespa is looking to clear the warehouse of...
New Vespa GTV 300 ‘Verde Tenace’ for 2025
Our Italian friends at Vespa have just sent us a new colour for the Vespa GTV 300 range. I just googled the translation which is Tenacious Green. The GTV 300 is $14,190 ride away. making it the pinnacle of Vespas regular range of scooters. Customers love this scooter...
Tips For Scootering In Winter
I’ve always liked the saying “Why is it that, when your mothers cold, you have to put a jumper on?”. Well, the same applies to riding your scooter in the winter months. I saw a guy yesterday riding his SYM Classic 125 Sport in Tee Shirt and thongs on the first day of...
Piaggio 4D Radar Technology
Scooter and motorcycle safety tech is evolving quickly, and Piaggio Fast Forward (PFF) has joined the fray with what they call the industry’s first 4D radar-based collision prevention platform. Piaggio Fast Forward is a subsidiary of Piaggio – the parent company of...
New Blue Eclettico Vespa GTS 300 Super Sport
Just landed is the latest colour from our Italian friends at Vespa. It’s the Blue Eclettico Vespa GTS 300 Super Sport that has been a huge seller throughout Europe and is now available at Scooter Central.
New Corazzo Jackets Available Now
Our new shipment of Corazzo Jackets has arrived in time for you to grab for the perfect gift or for yourself. The new shorter style tan trench for women called the Verona is perfect for Autumn riding. Although it looks like it is a double breasted button up jacket,...
KYMCO Skytown 150 Brand New To Australia
The KYMCO Skytown 150 is a beauty! The marketing material claims it to be Sleek, Modern and Efficient. We'd like to add that the Skytown is a compact model that is a very comfortable ride for around town with so many features to please the most discerning rider. It...
KYMCO’s Best Sellers On Sale
The KYMCO sale continues on the their entry level range of scooters. The KYMCO Like 125, that reliable, stylish, retro scooter with colour matched top box is available in 4 colours and is only $3990 ride away. The KYMCO Agility RS 125 comes in 3 colours and is also...
KYMCO MiCare 125cc Fuel Injected Bargain Priced Scooter
Sporty, stylish, and perfectly suited for urban commuting, the
Micare 125 offers riders the ideal balance of performance,
convenience, and economy.
The Brand New 2025 Vespa Primavera Tech 150s and Sprint Tech 150s Are Here
Come in store anytime to test ride our demos. The new bikes are the perfect ride for a single rider or smaller rider. The body size of the bike is smaller and narrower than the Vespa GTS range and is the model we've been waiting to return for nearly 2 years! Blue,...
Come and See the New Vespa Sprint and Primavera Tech Colours Now
The Primas and Sprints are on their way to us know and we anticipate we'll see them here by the end of this week Jan 31st! We received the first order of our accessories for the new long awaited Vespa Primavera Tech and Vespa Sprint Tech 150s. The new colours are...
Ashtons $3890 Kymco Agility RS 125 Video
The Agility RS 125 is a simple scooter that has way more features than you’d expect at this price point.
Segway Electric Scooter at Bondi
The Electric Segway E300 is turning heads and sales are growing steadily. This bike is an excellent product for those who are seriously considering an electric scooter. Come in and test ride our range of electrics at Scooter Central and see for yourself the quality...
What is Vespa’s MIA Connectivity on the new Primavera and Sprint Tech Models?
The new Primavera Tech and Sprint Tech have Vespa's Connectivity called MIA Here is what it does for you: 5’’ FULL COLOR TFT INSTRUMENT PANEL: CONNECTIVITY VESPA PRIMAVERA/ SPRINT TECH 150 NAVIGATION SYSTEM* A. Destination or next turn address B. Navigator status C....
Pizza Prepping on a Piaggio Medley
What Are Social Scooter Rides All About?
Group rides of Sydney by Steve at Scooter Central Have you recently bought a scooter and interested joining in on some group rides? It’s a great way to get out and be social and meet other Scooter riders. It's also great opportunity to ride within a group and ride...
Lady Riders Read This!
I remember when I was first looking at buying a scooter – everything looked so big, and to be
honest a little on the scary side.
What Scooter Would I Choose (If I could only have one)?
What would I choose in the 2024 scooter line up? By Murray Weight 82kgs, height 6 foot, hair colour grey, riding experience varied, favourite food Sues chicken pesto pasta. Having been on two wheels for 40 years and having ridden literally hundreds of models of...
Is This The Answer For Electric Vespa Buyers?
Hi, I'm Murray from Scooter Central here in Sydney. With the Vespa Elettrica not coming to Australia, we have been on the look out for an electric offer that is well branded, well priced and capable of tackling Sydneys hills with ease. Well good news, we found it....
Real World Riders – Lorraine’s Scooter
is the Kymco Like 125 a good scooter
Steve’s Vespa GTV 300 Review
I have had my GTV for around 12 months and what I like about the scooter straight away, is the retro look and styling with the exposed handle bars and the front light on the mud guard. The location of the headlamp makes it different and a stand out from the other...
Introducing The Bargain Kymco Agility RS 125 Deal! $3890 Ride Away!
Looking for an entry level scooter at a 2019 price? Kymco's incredibly popular Agility RS 125cc scooter is on special this winter at an amazing ride away price of $3890 with 12 months rego. Yep, that's 2019 prices. With it's punchy 125 motor, the average rider will...
Where do I get my Learner Scooter or Motorcycle Licence?
Now that the HART training in St Ives is no longer able to run learner courses, where do I book to do my motorcycle licence? This is a question we are getting asked quite a bit these days. The answer is that it depends on where you live. Stay Upright run the...
Scooter Washing Tips From The Pros
Here are a few Scooter Central Workshop tips on getting the best out of cleaning your scooter the professional way. Our techs have been working with scooters for years, so they know a thing or two that you can use when you wash and maintain your scooter at home....
60 Seconds With Our Head Technician Dave
In winter, what scooter accessory can’t you live without? Definitely a neck sock, they are gold.
Why I’d Buy the New Vespa GTS 300
These new variants are a big step up from previous GTS 300 models as they include braking and handling improvements and a host of technical and cosmetic changes.
Piaggio/Vespa MIA Bluetooth Connectivity
The bluetooth kit simply fits inside your helmet. The two speakers slot into the ear cavity of your helmet, while the microphone slots between the cheek pads and positions itself close in the proximity of your mouth.
All About The Piaggio/Vespa High Performance Engine
The new HPE version is quite a remarkable step up, as it produces substantially more power and torque than its predecessor. To our surprise the engineers also managed to decrease fuel consumption and exhaust noise, which we all big fans of.
Fuel Saving Tips From Our Workshop Team
Keep your tyre pressures at the correct levels. Correct pressures create the minimum rolling resistance, hence require less power to rotate. Plus it also gives you the longest life and shortest braking distances as a bonus.
Touch Up Paint For Scooters
If you’ve ever suffered a scratch on your scooter, you’d do well to do a paint touch up to help cover the scratch and prevent rust if it’s on a metal body scooter like a Vespa.
Tips for Pillioning A Passenger
As the rider it is very important to ride smoothly. Your pillion won’t know exactly where to intend to brake or accelerate, so keep your throttle and braking smooth
Ride Along On A Tassie Trip With Scooter Phil
The road up to St Marys the next day was a winding one but still good and doesn’t last long. Once ‘on the plateau’ there’s a feeling of freedom as the vistas expand and the country opens up
Scooter Newbie – Picking An Engine Size
So what engine size will suit you? Here are three examples to consider.
The Answer is Simple – 2 Wheels
Simple Way To Pay That Mortgage Increase It is an issue keeping people awake at night but may have a simple solution. The media loves to wind people up with talk of financial cliffs and mortgage distress but there are some good solutions out there. One you may not...
Top 10 Amazing Accessories For Scooter Riders
Scooters are all sorts of fun and can be even better fun with these 10 amazing accessories. I’ve listed them in no special order and I’ve made sure to give and explanation why they make my top 10. Helmet with a low sun visor - Now days you can buy helmets with clear...
10 Easy Rider Tips To Help Reduce Our Personal Footprint
Not only do these families save on thousands of dollars on fuel, rego, holding and insurance costs
Warm Weather Riding Tips
Warm weather can mean getting hot and clammy, or it can mean a comfortable and fun ride. The difference is how you go about dressing and preparing yourself. If you spot anything you’d like to know more about, click on the links in this article. Now, first things...
We Have A New Logo And A Greener Future
The transport landscape is making a significant change over the next few years. In fact, by the year 2035 it's highly likely we won't be seeing any new petrol driven scooters being manufactured for the Australian market, as electric and maybe even hydrogen fuelled...
Great Tips For Scooter Commuters
One last tip for commuters is to have a moist rag in a zip lock bag to clean your visor.