Classic Design Motor Scooters

The fascination with classic scooters of Vespa and Lambretta has never really disappeared, though it has peaked at various times.

See also Basic, Stand-up/Sit-down, High-Performance, Minimalist, Luxury, and Electric Motorscooters, and mobility scooters.
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Modern inexpensive variations of classic scooters are now being made to mimmic the classic Italian designs at a fraction of the cost. The two-stroke engines and manual transmissions of the early models have now given way to more environmentally friendly four-stroke engines and the manual shifting mechanisms have been replaced by modern CVT automatic transmissions.

Note: Many motorscooters are not available in California (See California Legal Scooters) due to local restrictions, but are legal in other states and some ship worldwide (See International Orders ). See state legality indications on each scooter. We try to keep these current.

The Classic 50cc $899

Note: TANK Motorscooters are legal in all states including California.

Classic 50cc Motorscooter

The Classic 50cc Motorscooter $899 is the California legal classic design scooter.

Requires some assembly: uncrate, mirrors, battery, front wheel and plastic. Estimated time: 45 minutes. Maximum load is 300 lbs and it has adjustable rear suspension -- clearly a two-person scooter. Gas tank capacity is a very respectable 1.6 gallons (unlike the Urban Sporty which holds less than 1 gallon).

Note: Street legal in all states INCLUDING California.

The e-moto 1500 Watt Retro Electric Moped Scooter $2,195.00

e-moto 1500 Watt Retro Electric Moped Scooter $2,195.00

The e-moto 1500 Watt Retro Electric Moped Scooter is an electric version of the classic design motorscooter. It is ideal for the smaller scooterist who wants make an ecological contribution while economizing. With its brushless hub-centered motor, silicon batteries, and intelligent charger, the e-moto 1500 retro would be hard to improve. Its 15-18 mile range could be a severe limitation but would work very nicely for someone with a commute, particularly if it is possible to plug into a charger at both ends of the trip. A governor chip restricts speed to 28 MPH to permit the Retro to qualify fas a moped exempt from licensing requirements in many states.

The silicon battery is a step above standard NIMH batteries in that they continue at full performance level for the length of the charge. These batteries will handle nearly 1000 charges. Availablle in yellow and green (pictured).

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Note: Street legal in all states including California.

The Falcon Vista Electric Scooter $3800

The Falcon Vista Electric Scooter $3800

The Falcon Vista Electric Scooter is an electric scooter in the classic Italian design. With its 3000 Watt motor, it has a top speed of 45 MPH, a very comfortable speed for surface street riding.

Falcon scooters are top-of-the-line scooters. They all use permium Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries with a 6 month or 6200 mile warranty, hydraulic disk brakes, and have a full 1 year warranty on all non-wearing parts.

Note: Street legal in all states INCLUDING California.

e-Moto Classic 2000 Watt Electric Scooter $2,995.00

e-Moto Classic 2000 Watt Electric Scooter $2,995.00

The e-Moto Classic 2000 Watt Electric Scooter has a range of 35 - 50 miles (given estimates vary) on one battery charge and has the power to handle full sized person. A governor chip restricts speed to 28 MPH to permit the Retro to qualify fas a moped exempt from licensing requirements in many states. Assuming electrical costs of $0.08 / Kilowatt Hour, the Metro can be recharged twice for about $0.50

The silicon battery is superior in performance to both lead-acid and NIMH batteries and more ecologically friendly. They provide istantaneous pickup and continued full performance level for the length of the charge. These batteries will handle nearly 1000 charges. Availablle only in black.

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Note: Street legal in all states including California.

The Sicilian 150cc 4 Stroke Moped by Chuanl
$1,224.95 On Sale

Sicilian 150cc 4 Stroke Moped $1,224.95

The iconic Italian classic design! Very close in appearance to the classic Vespa scooter Gregory Peck and Audrey Hepburn rode together in Roman Holiday (See Motorscooter Image), the Sicilian 150cc follows closely the classic Italian scooter design, with headlight mounted on and turning with the steering column, and all engine parts enclosed in panelling. Disk front brakes; drum brakes in the back. Oddly, though the illustration is very pink, pink is not listed as one of the color options, though apparently, there are more colors available.

The Sicilian 150cc is sold by Global Trailer, which has been selling scooters for over five years and has deserved a reputation for quality and support.

Fully assembled. Residential delivery is an added $30. Comes in Blue, Black, Silver, White - additional colors available.

Note: Street legal in all states but California.

The Torino 150cc Moped $1,099.95 On Sale

Torino 150cc Moped $1,099.95

The Torino is named for the city of Torino (or Turin) located on the Po River in the Piedmont region of northwest Italy. True to the noble origin of its name, the Torino Motorscooter retains the original classic Italian motorscooter lines and styling. With all engine parts covered by pannels, the Torino reflects a subdued elegance. Despite its classic styling, it is a modern scooter in all important respects including a four stroke engine and stepless automatic transmission. Front disc brakes, rear drum brakes, the Torino has a top speed of 50MPH.

The Torino comes from Global Trailer, which has been selling scooters for over five years and has deserved a reputation for quality and support.

Fully assembled. Residential delivery is an added $30. Comes in Red, Black, Purple and Blue.

Note: Street legal in all states but California.

The Milano 150 by Eagle $1,057.00

The Milano 150

The Milano 150 Scooter is modeled upon those noble beasts of Italy (See Italian Motorscooters). Available in Purple, Orange, Black, Red, Pink, and White. A few points about the Milano are worth noting: the maximum load is given as 250 lbs., which is less than that of most 150cc scooters. Also, unlike most scooters designated as 150cc, its engine displacement is actually 147cc, which may not qualify it for highway use (California regulations require at least 149cc displacement for freeway legality.).

Nonetheless, the Eagle has deserved a solid reputation, and this is an excellent price. The vendor, Greenearth Scooters is a major player in supporting the green scooter alternative to gas guzzling vehicles.