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Baby Theodore – Scooter Central’s Newborn!

Baby Theodore – Scooter Central’s Newborn!

A big congratulations to first time parents Jenna and Pete on the safe arrival of baby Theodore born on Dec 10th.  The new parents are over the moon as are the new grandparents and Aunt.  Scooter Central is a family owned and run business and we've all been...

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Jacarandas in Bloom in Kirribilli

Jacarandas in Bloom in Kirribilli

Looking for a great spot for a ride right now?  The Jacaranda trees are in full bloom in Kirribilli.  Head to McDougall Street for a fabulous display.

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New Peugeot Django Colours In Store Now

New Peugeot Django Colours In Store Now

Scooter Central has just received our first shipment of the fabulous new Peugeot Django 150 colours - Racing Green and Antarctic White.  The colour range of this model is very exciting and we have stock of them all for you to choose from at Scooter Central.  Ring Cass...

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Reuse, Recycle, Re-purpose and maintain a small footprint

Reuse, Recycle, Re-purpose and maintain a small footprint

Reuse, recycle, keep a small footprint and minimize rubbish for landfill. At Scooter Central we are proud of our reusing and recycling efforts and for a very busy retail store and workshop getting loads of products and packaging delivered we put out one small rubbish...

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Vespa Elettrica News

Vespa Elettrica News

Vespa Elettrica Update Aug 2022 We’ve been watching the birth of Vespas electric scooter offering since it was announced at the Milan EICMA show in 2016 and then first shown at EICMA 2017. Production of the Eletrica was begun in September 2017 and Europe was the first...

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Piaggio BV 400 Video Review

Piaggio BV 400 Video Review

Murray has given us a great review of the new BV 400 and points out all of the new features on this model.  The BV 400 hit our shores in August 2021 and we have a Demo in store for you to test ride if you are in the market.  His video is certainly worth watching....

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Check Out Our YouTube Channel

Check Out Our YouTube Channel

Did you know that Scooter Central has a YouTube channel?  Murray has been busy making videos so we can bring our showroom to you.  Check out the reviews and highlights videos he has been posting on the Scooter Central YouTube channel.  We have been putting highlights...

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Buy a Scooter Online Now!  Free Delivery!

Buy a Scooter Online Now! Free Delivery!

Now you can purchase the scooter of your dreams online through our website using our easy to use online store.  Research which scooter is the right one for you using our New Scooter Catalogue section.  Save scooters to your wish list to compare.  Still unsure?  Call,...

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New Video Added on the Kymco Agility RS 125

New Video Added on the Kymco Agility RS 125

Murray has been busy working on video walk throughs of the models here on offer at Scooter Central to help you with your online purchasing. Check out the video here Let us know what you would like to see us do next by emailing, calling or SMS us through this site!...

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How To Get Your Freedom Back!

How To Get Your Freedom Back!

Riding a scooter ticks all the boxes: Covid Safe Avoid public transport Inexpensive to buy and own Cheaper than a car or public transport Even cheaper than most bicycles! Fun to ride Makes you feel like you are on a holiday every day Always find a parking spot Be the...

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So Just How Much Does a Scooter Cost?

So Just How Much Does a Scooter Cost?

We get asked this a lot from online enquiries. We have scooters ranging from $3690 to $13990 for brand new 125cc-550cc scooters.  All of our pricing includes 12 months registration and CTP (not 3 months or 6 months), pre delivery and full 2-3 year warranty (depending...

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NSW Electric Vehicle Strategy Rebates

NSW Electric Vehicle Strategy Rebates

The NSW government looks set to kick along the sales of Electric Vehicles by introducing a Stamp Duty Rebate and an additional rebate of $3000 for vehicles under $68,750 starting in September 2021.  Well the Super Soco Electric range available now at Scooter Central...

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Vespa Celebrates 75 Years with a new limited release

Vespa Celebrates 75 Years with a new limited release

2021 marks 75 years since the first Vespa and to celebrate this significant milestone a Special Edition model is being released soon.  The 75th Special Editions will be available in both the Primavera and the GTS.  They will be a special gold colour designed for the...

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Pre-owned Scooters Available Now!

With the success of our Autumn sale which runs through to May 31st we have received a large number of second hand bikes traded in.  Lots of customers have taken advantage of the sale to upgrade their bikes and get great deals on rider apparel and accessories too.  Our...

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Byron Bay and Beyond

Byron Bay and Beyond

Scooter Central can organise delivery of your scooter to your door.  We can make your purchase easy and are here to help for after sales support.  Why not buy from Australia's multi-award winning scooter store?

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Throwback to 2006 Good Morning Australia

Throwback to 2006 Good Morning Australia

Here is a throwback in time to 2006 when Scooter Central owner Sue went on Good Morning Australia with Kerri-Anne Kennerley.  Sue pillioned Kerri-Anne onto the set on a red Vespa with both wearing Corazzo Design jackets.  They discussed how popular scooters were...

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Road Warning – Pot Holes

Road Warning – Pot Holes

After the deluge of rain in NSW in recent days we have spotted many pot holes.  Please take extra care on the roads and be mindful that there could be hidden pot holes in puddles. Please also check the tread wear on your tyres and book in for replacements when...

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Contactless Purchasing?  It’s easy at Scooter Central!

Contactless Purchasing? It’s easy at Scooter Central!

2020 keeps throwing us curve balls but we keep tossing them in the air and are getting very skilled at juggling. Are you looking to buy a scooter this Summer?  Scooter Central is the biggest selling scooter store in Australia and number 1 for almost every brand we...

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Say Goodbye to Piaggio’s Fly 150

Say Goodbye to Piaggio’s Fly 150

Piaggio's Fly 150 has been one of Australia's best selling scooters for many years with quite a few iterations in the model as it evolved over time.  Sadly the model has been discontinued in Australia and by the time you have read this our last one will likely be...

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KYMCO Just Announced The NEW ELECTRIC F9-  WOW

KYMCO Just Announced The NEW ELECTRIC F9- WOW

KYMCO F9 A cool, urban electric motorcycle, the KYMCO F9 is equipped with a 9.4kW motor and designed for enthusiastic street riding. It accelerates from 0 to 50km/h in three seconds, onto a top speed of 110km/h. A 96V 40Ah battery provides a range of 120km under the...

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Summer Scooting

Summer Scooting

Warm weather and sunshine, how amazing is it to be riding a scooter as Summer is in the air?

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The Peugeot Scooters Have Arrived!

The Peugeot Scooters Have Arrived!

The long awaited Peugeot scooters have arrived!  Peugeot is a new brand for us and we have taken delivery of quite a number of units.  We have been watching the brand in Australia and speaking with the suppliers about stocking for a long time.  We had a couple of...

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Gone in 60 Seconds

Gone in 60 Seconds

Did you know a KYMCO vehicle is sold every 60 seconds? KYMCO Australia is celebrating having sold more than 35,000 vehicles since 1999, many of those were sold at Scooter Central. Here is more you may not know... • Manufactures more than 200 models including scooters,...

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Do I Need ABS Brakes?

Do I Need ABS Brakes?

This is quite a common question we hear at Scooter Central.  ABS, Anti-Lock Braking System, works to prevent the wheel(s) from locking up, which can cause a crash on a scooter. The scooter will generally have a sensor ring near the brake disc, which detects movement,...

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Are Rider Training Centres Open?  Are they busy?

Are Rider Training Centres Open? Are they busy?

We keep getting customers asking if the Rider Training Courses are open.  We spoke with HART at St Ives today and they are definitely open for Rider Training.  Book the learner rider course or your provisional test with them on the Services NSW website at...

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Performance Upgrades

Performance Upgrades

Looking for a bit more Get Up and Go? Scooter Central's Technical Team can have you going like a rocket to get even more enjoyment out of your scooter. Contact us at service@scootercentral.com.au or ring us on 02 9938 5858 ext 4 to improve your power and...

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10 Tips for Winter Riding

10 Tips for Winter Riding

Scooter Centrals Staff – Top 10 Tips for winter riding 1. Murray's Pick - The best value for money is to use a scooter riders Neck Sock or Bandanna. For under $15 they they cut out the draughts around your neck and keep you much warmer. The bandanna can even be pulled...

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Time For A Ride

Time For A Ride

Motorcycling is considered exercise under COVID-19 guidelines, NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian told Ben Fordham on 2GB radio, officially making it a legal reason to leave home. Riding your scooter within a 50km radius is ok as announced on Monday April 27, by our NSW...

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Let’s Talk About A Dirty Little Habit…

Let’s Talk About A Dirty Little Habit…

Let’s talk about that dirty little car and/or bus habit of yours and the real costs you are incurring weekly. The Scooter Central Team have done a comparison schedule between the real costs of your annual commute to work via Scooter, Car or Bus.  We’ve chosen the...

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Get The Holiday Feeling at Scooter Central

Get The Holiday Feeling at Scooter Central

Ok, we all recognise that it is a first world problem to have your holiday plans cancelled due to COVID19. but we all do need breaks and holidays to recharge the batteries and enjoy life.  Here is an idea- get that holiday feeling everyday by riding a scooter!  Missed...

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In These Unprecedented Times, What Can You Control?

In These Unprecedented Times, What Can You Control?

Well, we all have 2 options open to us right now, one we can stand like a deer frozen by the headlights or two we can figure out what things are in our control and act on them.  At Scooter Central we are choosing action.  Scooter repair shops are considered to be an...

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Times, they are a changing…

Times, they are a changing…

Nice going Sydney!  We are doing an amazing job of keeping Covid 19 from spreading.  It seems restrictions will be easing soon and you can get back to riding the bus.  Or is that not such a great idea anymore???  So many people have been enjoying riding their bicycles...

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Today is a Great Scooter Day!

Today is a Great Scooter Day!

Buses? Trains? Traffic? No thanks! There has never been a better time to get out and riding a scooter!  Call our scooter experts today on 9938 5858. Browse our website and check out our new and pre-loved options.  Feel free to call or email if you are concerned about...

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Buy a Scooter and Ride it Home on the Same Day!

Buy a Scooter and Ride it Home on the Same Day!

To make getting on the road this Autumn on your new scooter a breeze, Scooter Central is offering same day ride away purchasing on all in stock scooters.  We have loads of stock all pre-delivered and ready to be registered to you.  Don't wait, get your scooter today...

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Closed on Sundays

Closed on Sundays

With the holiday rush all finished we are going back to opening 6 days per week. Please take note: effective immediately we are closed on Sundays. Our staff is looking forward to extra time for product testing and hitting the beach! Our open hours are M-F 8:30-5:30...

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Super Soco Electric Scooters Expanding Fast

Super Soco Electric Scooters Expanding Fast

Scooter Central has been a big advocate for electric scooters and we are proud to offer the very cool Super Soco brand here at the store Electric sales are definitely on a big, big rise of popularity and this is even more apparent when Brisbane based rideshare experts...

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Rainy Days are Shopping Days!

Rainy Days are Shopping Days!

We need the rain, though weekdays are preferred it isn't up to us.  It is perfect shopping weather and our scooter experts are ready and waiting to give you their time and expertise to help you make a great decision about your scooter purchase.  With school back in...

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Special Edition Vespa Primavera S 150 abs

Special Edition Vespa Primavera S 150 abs

Vespa Primavera Sport - Limited Edition Colour Release The Vespa Primavera is one of the best selling models of Vespa.  The Limited Edition release colours are very popular to have a bike that is unique on the road.  The fabulous Primavera Sport edition is available...

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Genuine  Vespa Gel Sports Saddle

Genuine Vespa Gel Sports Saddle

If you ride any 2005- 2019 Vespa GTS 250 or 300 model you might want to upgrade to a solo gel sports saddle. This genuine Vespa saddle is designed for maximum comfort and has a deep trough that is designed to support sports riding styles. The trough keeps you planted...

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Come and Ride our Electric Scooters!

Come and Ride our Electric Scooters!

You know you have been thinking about it, after all, who hasn't.  Well we have 3 different Super Soco Electric models in store now.  The sleek CUX scooter has finally arrived and has had quite a few trips around the block as our staff members are having a great time...

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