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BIKES: Vespa Primavera Celebrates Its 50th Anniversary With Special Edition!

Naza Premira Sdn Bhd, the official distributor of the Vespa brand in Malaysia has launched the Primavera 50^th Anniversary Edition, a special series released by Piaggio, in conjunction with the Primavera’s glorious celebration of 50 years since its first introduction in 1968. The Primavera is a legendary model for Vespa, being one of the most spectacular commercial successes in Vespa’s history. With a personality that is youthful, agile, innovative, safe and environmentally-friendly, today’s Vespa Primavera embodies all the values that made it successful, inheriting the freshness and ‘joie de vivre’ of its predecessor.

Dato’ Samson Anand George, Group CEO, Automotive Group, Naza Corporation Holdings said, “Originally introduced in 1968, the revolutionary Vespa Primavera is the first version of the iconic Vespa scooters. The legendary Primavera’s small size and nimble performance represents the dream and freedom of the youths and remains one of the most successful scooters in Vespa’s history. Best known for its agility and practicality with an Italian flair, the Primavera for many symbolises a smart and sophisticated way to go about town. Naza Premira is proud to introduce the Primavera 50^th Anniversary Edition here to the young and young-at-heart who appreciate a timeless icon for a stylish, free-spirited ride,”

The Vespa Primavera 50th Anniversary Edition is equipped with a 150 cc engine, latest generation four-stroke engines, with high performance and fuel efficiency. New aspects include the distinctive ‘tie’ featured on the front and the chrome crest on the front mudguard. In addition, the most important new feature comes from the size of the wheel rims: 12 inch, which are made of aluminium alloy with a new five-spoke design, and they are the largest in Vespa’s history. This provides greater stability, improves safety, and strengthens the holding on all surfaces and road conditions. The LED lighting technology, now adopted for both the front headlight and the rear light, helps to boost safety as well.

The latest Primavera stands out with its new Light Blue and Brown (matte finish) colours with coordinated saddles, the sleek grey finish of the five-spoke wheels and of course the elegant logo on the back. As always in the history of Vespa, the new Primavera offers a wide range of accessories to customise your vehicle and improve riding comfort. The top box designed for Primavera is painted entirely in the same colour as the vehicle, is enhanced by the famous chromed Vespa logo in relief, and can hold a full-face helmet. The top box can be finished with a backrest, covered in the same material as the seat. The chromium-plated base where the top box is mounted can also be used as a luggage rack.

Maximum protection is ensured by the anti-chip, high quality, methacrylate windscreen, customised with the Vespa logo, the support rods have a clear finish in line with the other aesthetic details. The Vespa Primavera can also be fitted with a flyscreen – available in both transparent and tinted material – that elegantly completes the vehicle’s design. The chrome-plated front and rear luggage racks are also one of the most classic accessories of every Vespa and testify the great traveller spirit that every Vespa has always possessed. The new Vespa Primavera is no exception. The front side and rear chrome protections elegantly finish the vehicle and protect the bodywork.

The electronic anti-theft device and the mechanical saddle – handlebar anti-theft device are also available for the Vespa Primavera, in addition to a line of other anti-theft devices. The Vespa Primavera cover is characterised by the metal Vespa logo and ensures maximum stability even at high speed. The top box bag, in natural or black leather and fully hand crafted, adds an additional precious touch to the Vespa Primavera. In addition, genuine leather saddles and ‘Elegance’ graphics make the Vespa even more unique.

The Vespa Primavera 50^th Anniversary Edition starts at RM16,300 on-the-road without insurance. Naza Premira Sdn Bhd is also offering a fantastic financing package in collaboration with AEON Credit, where the Primavera 50^th Anniversary Edition together with all Primavera, Sprint and GTS models can be purchased at a low 6.0% interest rate per annum. On top of that, enjoy a 1-year extended warranty and high margin of financing at 90% for extra peace of mind with every Vespa purchased via AEON Credit. This campaign is valid from 22^nd December 2018 until 31^st March 2019 and available at selected Vespa authorised dealers nationwide.

WEEKEND SPECIAL – BIKES: Naza Premira Launches Three New Vespa Models! Sprint, Primavera & 300 GTS Supersport [+Video]

Naza Premira Sdn Bhd, official distributor of the Vespa brand in Malaysia today launched three highly anticipated Vespa scooters; Vespa Primavera 150 MY’18, Vespa Sprint 150 MY’18 and Vespa GTS 300 Super Sport to Malaysians.

The Vespa brand is an expression of a unique and distinctive lifestyle, and its timeless success is tied to its extraordinary history and iconic growth. Embodying the brand’s interpretation “Not for Everyone”, Vespa scooters are made for those who appreciate the true meaning of life, of all genders. Here’s the video of the launch that happened earlier today…

“The new Vespa Primavera, Sprint and GTS Super Sport were crafted to perfection with style, comfort, safety and sturdiness in mind which makes them perfect for manoeuvring through the congested Malaysian traffic,” said Dato’ Samson Anand George, Group CEO, Automotive Group, Naza Corporation Holdings. “Naza Premira has been appointed the official franchise holder for the Vespa brand in Malaysia in 2010. Since then, we have placed over 11,000 stylish scooters on Malaysian roads, and expanded our reach to Vespa fans with a network of 30 dealerships nationwide today. This year has been a fruitful year for us as we have achieved close to 70% of our sales target of 1,125 units. With the introduction of these three new Vespa models, which are also Vespa fan favourites, we are confident that we will be able to achieve our target by the end of the year,” he added.

The Timeless Classic… Primavera!

The revolutionary Vespa Primavera is the first version of the iconic Vespa scooters, first introduced in 1968. Small, nimble and propelled by a perky engine, the legendary Primavera represents the dream and freedom of the youths and is one of the most successful scooters in Vespa’s history.

Today, the Vespa Primavera embodies all the values that made it successful, inheriting the freshness and ‘joie de vivre’ of its predecessor. Young, innovative, technologically avant-garde, agile and dynamic, the 2018 Vespa Primavera was made for the stylish young free-spirited Malaysian with a love for riding.

Distinguishing it from previous versions, the new Vespa Primavera has a distinctive “tie” featured on its front and a chrome crest on its front mudguard. The scooter is also fitted with 12-inch aluminium alloy wheel rims distinguished by a striking new five-spoke design; the largest in Vespa’s history to ensure greater stability, safety and hold on all road surfaces. It is also equipped with new LED lighting technology on both the tail light and front light for added safety.

The Vespa Primavera is now available in a new range of youthful and vibrant colours; Beige Metallic, Nero Vulcano and Monto Bianco. Coupled with its timeless style, the scooter is the perfect match for your pastel-coloured luxury sneakers and the boxy, ladylike bag that is taking over fashion runways this season.

The heart of the Vespa Primavera is a modern one-cylinder four-stroke 150 cc i-get engine designed to provide a smooth, quiet and comfortable ride. Delivering a power and torque of 9.5 kW at 7,750 rpm and 12.8 Nm at 6,500 rpm respectively, the new Primavera is perfect for travelling on congested city roads and open-road stretches. Additionally, its powerful engine is environmental-friendly with extremely low fuel consumption.

Vespa Primavera owners can opt to customise their scooters according to their taste with a wide range of stylish accessories that improves riding comfort such as the top box, backrest, top fairing and chrome-plated front and rear luggage racks. Electronic anti-theft device and the mechanical saddle – handlebar anti-theft device are also available to provide riders with a peace of mind. The Vespa Primavera starts at RM15,600.

The Youngest and Sportiest… Sprint!

The Vespa Sprint is the most modern interpretation of the sports version of a Vespa. Equipped with cutting-edge technology, the youthful scooter is crafted to achieve high level of stability and handling that translates everyday travel into fun. Designed for the independent, dynamic and adventurous wanderer, the new Vespa Sprint is the ultimate road companion for the sporty Malaysian urbanite with its small build, extreme agility and safety features.

Made entirely of steel, the Vespa Sprint is fitted with 12-inch aluminium alloy wheel rims and adopts upgraded LED lighting technology for both its front headlight and rear light which boosts the rider’s safety. The youthful and sporty scooter also spots a new “tie” featured on its front, distinguishing it from its predecessors.

With the ability to seamlessly steer through city traffic, the new Vespa Sprint is driven by a modern environmental-friendly one-cylinder four-stroke 150 cc i-get engine which delivers power and torque of 9.5 kW at 7,750 rpm and 12.8 Nm at 6,500 rpm with new levels of stability and reliability.

The Vespa Sprint also comes with a wide range of accessories for customisation including a dedicated top box, backrest, customised windscreen with Vespa logo and front side and rear chrome mudguards, further complemented by two-colour aluminium alloy wheels and “Sport” graphics. For added peace of mind, electronic anti-theft device and mechanical saddle – handlebar anti-theft device are also available for the Vespa Sprint. With four colour options; Blue Matt, Monte Bianco, Rosso Dragon and Grigio Titantio, the Vespa Sprint starts at RM 16,400.

The Most Powerful and Elegant… 300GTS Supersport!

Donning the largest body in the Vespa line-up, the Vespa GTS Super Sport inherits the legacy of the legendary “Vespone” and moves elegantly around the city and on adventurous voyages driven by its powerful engine. The Vespa GTS 300 Super Sport is the most aggressive version among the GTS series, exuding confidence, style and status which perfectly complements the personality of those born to take the lead. Its sporty elegance is further accentuated with its aesthetic features such as the new cravatta and dedicated graphics, and its signature black saddle.

Embodying the harmonious combination of style, comfort, safety, and sportiness, the GTS Super Sport is ready to take on all journeys on all types of roads. Powered by the 300 cc single cylinder Quasar engine, the sporty scooter delivers a maximum power of 15.6 kW at 7,750 rpm and a maximum torque of 22 Nm at 5,000 rpm, ensuring a quick throttle response and brilliant performance. It also comes standard with double channel ABS system, the exclusive ASR traction control system; a benchmark of the Piaggio group, safe electric side-stand and standard anti-theft immobiliser in the ignition key.

Vespa GTS Super Sport owners can also customise their scooters with a wide range of accessories such as a painted top box, leg cover, outdoor vehicle cover and saddle-handlebar anti-theft. For added convenience, the GTS Super Sport is also equipped with an electric remote opening system on its saddle, bike finder and USB port for easy charging of smartphones and other electronic devices. Starting at RM28,000, the Vespa GTS 300 Super Sport comes in two chic colours; Red Matt and Grigio Titanio.

The Malaysian fan favourite models Vespa Primavera 150 MY’18, Vespa Sprint 150 MY’18 and GTS 300 Super Sport are now available for viewing at all authorised Vespa dealerships and outlets nationwide.

BIKES: Naza Premira Introduces Three New Limited-Edition Vespa Models!

Naza Premira Sdn Bhd, official distributor of the Vespa brand in Malaysia introduced three limited edition Vespa scooters recently; Vespa 946 (RED) (below), Vespa Sprint Carbon (2nd pics down) and Vespa Sei Giorni (above) to Malaysian shores.

Expressing uniqueness and a distinctive lifestyle, Vespa is the ultimate symbol of Italian elegance and its scooters are designed for those who appreciate the true meaning of life with the brand interpretation “Not for Everyone”. Infused with style, comfort, safety and sturdiness, the Vespa 946 (RED), Sprint Carbon (below) and Sei Giorni are unrivalled in today’s scooter market.

Vespa 946 RED: For Those Intrigued by Uniqueness and Style…

The Vespa 946 (RED), is an all-red version of the classic Vespa 946 scooter; a highly exclusive model dedicated to aesthetic and technological perfection. The Vespa 946 (RED), has a style and cutting-edge technology that will rewrite the future while evoking memories of the inspiration and creativity of the original idea behind the Vespa.

As per Vespa tradition, the Vespa 946 (RED), uses steel bodywork embellished with eye-catching aluminium components such as the mudguard and the side covers that houses the engine, transmission and mechanical parts. An epitome of timeless elegance without having its safety compromised, the exclusive scooter also comes with double disc type brake system complemented by a dual-channel Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) and an innovative Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR) traction control; exclusive to the Piaggo Group, that prevents loss of grip and ensures superior traction at all times.

The ultra-modern and eco-friendly Vespa 946 (RED), is powered by a 150 cc single-cylinder four-stroke engine with three valves, which consumes minimal fuel, makes very little noise and boasts exceptionally low emission levels. The Vespa 946 (RED), is priced at RM66,000 (no, that’s not a typo) and is available exclusively in the colour red.

Vespa Sprint Carbon: For Those Who Know Life is a Sport…

A combination of sporty personality and innovative technology, the Vespa Sprint Carbon is the most modern version of the Vespa sport idea. It was made to heighten riding pleasure and safety while embodying the heritage and tradition of vitality and youthfulness of the legendary vespino

With its small and lightweight body that is comfortable and protective, the Vespa Sprint Carbon is quick, extremely agile and modern, perfect for the youths and young at heart looking for dynamism and enjoy riding round town in style. The sporty “small body” scooter is entirely made of steel, characterised by its bold rectangular headlights and large 12” wheels with spectacular aluminium alloy rims.

The Vespa Sprint Carbon packs a punch with the Piaggio Group’s new and ultra-modern i-Get 150 cc air-cooled engine capable of brilliant performance, lower operating costs with reduced noise and extremely high overall efficiency. Designed to make the ride smoother, quieter and more comfortable, the engine is also environmental-friendly with approval in compliance with the Euro4 Multi-Directive. Additionally, the Vespa Sprint Carbon also stands out for its generous equipment package which includes a USB socket, located inside the leg shield back plate compartment and comes standard with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). Available in the colour black, the Vespa Sprint Carbon is priced at RM17,400.

Vespa Sei Giorni: For Those Ever-Ready for Travel and Adventure…

Reminiscent of Vespa’s classic nature, the Vespa Sei Giorni is the heir to the original Vespa Sport “Sei Giorni” specifically built for the taxing “Sei Giorni Internazionale di Varese” regularity competition of 1951, where it earned 9 gold medals, making it the undisputed protagonist. The Vespa Sei Giorni is a special version, produced in numbered edition and dons a “Special Edition” plate on its leg shield back plate bearing its serial number.

The Vespa Sei Giorni is designed with the characteristic elements such as the “faro basso”; the low position of headlight assembly on the front fender, and the handlebar like the one on the original Vespa Sei Giorni, as well as its iconic exposed metal pipe. Its uniqueness is also enhanced by the black number plate taken directly from the livery of the Vespa, highlighted by all black parts and gritty red details. The scooter also comes with a single-seat look saddle – actually passenger approved, to highlight the sporty spirit of the Vespa Sei Giorni.

Perfect for moving around elegantly, the Vespa Sei Giorrni uses the most powerful engine in the history of Vespa scooters – the modern and technological 300 Euro 4, a single cylinder, 4-stroke, 4-valve, liquid-cooled, electronic injection engine capable of putting out 15.6kW of power at 7,750 rpm, ensuring quick response in acceleration and overall brilliant performance.

Boasting the style, comfort and safety of the typical Vespa GTS range, the Vespa Sei Giorni is equipped with a spacious helmet compartment and a large and comfortable seating area, ergonomically crafted to ensure absolute comfort even for long distances. In addition to its standard ABS safety feature, the Vespa Sei Giorni also has a USB port located inside the compartment of the leg shield and front turn LED lights that function as day running lights. The Vespa Sei Giorni is available in the colour green and is priced at RM38,000.

The exclusive Vespa 946 (RED), Vespa Sprint Carbon and Vespa Sei Giorni are available for viewing from September 2018 at selected authorised Vespa dealerships and outlets nationwide.

*While stocks last.

BIKES: Vespa GTS Super 300 Quasar – Definitely Not For Everyone! [+Videos]

Well don’t blame me, that “not for everyone” jibe is exactly what it says on its own brochure and POS materials. Seriously, it does, see the top left corner in the photo below. During its launch a couple of months ago, I did think it a little odd to have a tagline like that for a Vespa, I mean come on, wasn’t the creation of the Vespa billed as a scooter for everyone? Apparently not.

Here’s the launch video:

It would take a week of hard riding of the new GTS Super 300 “Quasar” following its launch to realise that Naza Premira were absolutely spot-on when it came to that tagline, and I don’t mean just because it costs RM26,670.10 . In fact, it’s safe to say that only ‘seasoned’ scooter riders need apply. If you happen to be into #Scootouring (look it up it’s a real word for touring on a scooter), and have always loved Vespas, this is the one you’ve been waiting for…

First-off, the not-so-good bits. There is precious little cargo room in or on this scoot, so a top box – the biggest you can find – will be a must-have if you plan to scootour.

The area below the seat will fit two helmets, provided they’re of the ‘half-shell’ aka tortoise shell kind, which seems to be quite popular with Vespa owners. As it is, my Givi open-face wouldn’t fit in there. Thankfully there’s a curry-hook located just above the front glove box. Also it gets pretty hot in the under-seat storage area, as sits right above the engine…

And speaking of heat, you see those vents just below the handle bar next to the turn signals? Well those are to allow engine ventilation, and in hard riding, the air coming out of there is extremely hot. I still don’t get that though, the engine is at the back, so why is there so much heat coming out the front? I reckon it’s the radiator’s fans working overtime in our hot climate…

Now the best bit. Powered by a liquid-cooled ‘Quasar’ 278.3cc, single-cylinder, 4-valve, fuel-injected engine, the GTS 300 churns out 21.2bhp and 22Nm of torque. That might not seem like much but don’t let the figures fool you. This is probably one of the quickest mid-size scooters out there. It does 0-100kmh very quickly and tops-out at 140kmh. Actually it might be faster but the speedometer only reads till 140.

Riding on 12-inch wheels front and rear, speeds like that are ill-advised of course, since by virtue of its design, the Vespa isn’t the most aerodynamic of scooters. It is however, incredibly smooth, not just in its power delivery, but also in the way it tackles less-than-perfect roads.

The double hydraulic shock-absorbers with 4 pre-load adjustments in the rear are able to soak up bumps and undulations with ease, complemented by the single-arm, single-shock up front.

One of the best things about the GTS 300 is that it comes standard with ABS and ASR, or anti-skid regulation/traction-control. At the push of a button, the ASR ensures that power-delivery going to the back wheel (via a CVT) is regulated, which is especially beneficial for riding in the rain.

There’s also modern amenities in this scooter, such as a USB port for charging mobile devices, and a remote seat opener and ‘bike-finder’. Activating the latter flashes the GTS 300’s signal lights. Beeping the horn would have been a good addition too. Here’s the final video…

Well, there you have it. Like its own sales materials say, the Vespa GTS Super 300 certainly isn’t for everyone, and will appeal to a select few scooter-fans only. However, in the scooter world, it doesn’t get much more unique and more fun than this, so if you’re looking for something different, this is where the buck stops. – Chris Wee.

STOP THE PRESS! While returning the GTS 300, I spotted this extremely rare and limited-edition Vespa 946 Emporio Armani (above) at Naza Premira. It’s for sale if you’re interested, fully-loaded with all the Emporio Armani accessories and goodies, including EA helmets and EA luggage. It’s price? How does RM100,000 lock-stock-and-barrel sound? No, I couldn’t believe it either…

Vespa GTS Super 300 Photo Gallery…

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Vespa 2018

BIKES: Vespa Primavera Celebrates Its 50th Anniversary With Special Edition!

WEEKEND SPECIAL – BIKES: Naza Premira Launches Three New Vespa Models! Sprint, Primavera & 300 GTS Supersport [+Video]

BIKES: Naza Premira Introduces Three New Limited-Edition Vespa Models!

BIKES: Vespa GTS Super 300 Quasar – Definitely Not For Everyone! [+Videos]

BIKES: Naza Premira Launches Vespa GTS SUPER 300! [+Video]

BIKES: Vespa Primavera Celebrates Its 50th Anniversary With Special Edition!

WEEKEND SPECIAL – BIKES: Naza Premira Launches Three New Vespa Models! Sprint, Primavera & 300 GTS Supersport [+Video]

BIKES: Naza Premira Introduces Three New Limited-Edition Vespa Models!

BIKES: Vespa GTS Super 300 Quasar – Definitely Not For Everyone! [+Videos]

BIKES: Naza Premira Launches Vespa GTS SUPER 300! [+Video]

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