Riding and sharing my thoughts on the Vespa P200E with 208cc on stock cylinder - TST Ep. 53

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Episode 53: Taking the SC2 208cc Conversion for a ride and giving my thoughts.

[@Redslotman1]

Love this style of video, riding and explaining your thoughts is awesome. Thanks

[@neilkennykenny4113]

The video format is perfect narrated very well.

[@ThatScooterThing]

Thank you. I am preparing to do more like these.

[@adrianpancaldi8646]

Very inspiring build, I love the simplicity of the mods!

[@scottgamron351]

Wow Lee - this vid was awesome. I like the format of talking while riding. Gives me some perspective of your riding area and style. Thank you for taking the time to explain the intricacies of the build, and the resulting pros and cons. It's very helpful. Keep up the good work!

[@sandtoes]

I love it ! I’d love to do this to my 83’P2 . Sounds so good!

[@myvideosrockthehouse]

Lovely upload! Thank you.

[@raghavendravenkatasubbaiah51]

Good, I ride a Vespa Select II, 1995 model. Loved this video. I plan to make changes to my vehicle after seeing this video.

[@davidwilliamson9162]

Really enjoyed this video keep up the great work

[@jcominp3295]

Great videos! I made few modifications in my P200E (DS 1979 Spanish Motovespa version, some say that its the most powerful with a big flywheel) with the idea to update lighting (just a 35W candle with total 55W output). I'm wondering to change the Femsa ignition but I have to change crankshaft and machine somewhat the engine case in the flywheel side... a lot of money. Don't know if it worth it. Thank you for your comments!

[@grahamrobson9292]

Great video

[@georgeyboyhowe1685]

i ride a lambretta but would love a vespa also thanks for vid

[@peterwriede7772]

What Smartcarb Metering Rod did you use in the end Ef-26, Ef-27 or Ef28???

[@NickMakesBreaksStuff]

Nice result. I think a 60mm stroke stock cylinder is what I'm leaning towards for my Rally. Any reason stock carb and autolube wouldn't work for this application?

[@ThatScooterThing]

It would, absolutely. The SC2 is the cherry on top to unlock the full potential, but the 208 mod has been done for a long time on Si carbs.

[@rinalsirua9005]

I guess the clutch handle is hard to pull, because u using 7 hard spring malossi

[@fabiotiburzi]

can you do the same for a px 150?

[@mycrazzzyworld2581]

Hi there... I m one of ur biggest fan from India... I want to learn everything for 2stroke tunning and technicalities of rebuilding a classic vespa motor and want to upgrade my lml vespa nv spl to a 180cc with some more power upto 16 to 18 bhp... Please can u help

[@awsombuttfacemonkey]

Neat

[@mycrazzzyworld2581]

Ur work is just awesome seriously Just fabulous fantastic... Please help with some technical support

[@alessiozanutta2698]

any comments on the SC2 clearance? does carb hit the frame, especially with passenger or bumpy roads?

[@ThatScooterThing]

It does not, size of the PHBH and PWK. I do recommend a 90deg cable guide though

[@chaznasty814]

Do more riding videos! And I really wish you lived closer to nyc

[@ThatScooterThing]

I just shot one today! 221cc Malossi

[@chaznasty814]

@@ThatScooterThing yes! Yo question. What’s your thoughts on the p200 stock vs that orange Stella you have for sale? What’s the difference between the two?

[@ThatScooterThing]

@@chaznasty814 the 177 is geared shorter. It doesn't have that low end grunt this motor has. But it is fun in its own way.

[@chaznasty814]

@@ThatScooterThing thanks Lee, you’re the man 👍🏻

[@paddydoyle4698]

Hi I love your videos I have been following u for about two years now and I have gotten advice from u before I am buying a p200e with rebuild engine would this bike do as a every day use standard engine

[@ThatScooterThing]

Absolutely. The P200 is a great bike even stock.

[@paddydoyle4698]

@@ThatScooterThing thanks mate and keep the videos coming there fantastic

[@flavour123]

As I am working on a similar set-up (but with a 57mil crank), would you mind sharing which metering rod you use in the smartcarb? Is it the E-Q26?

[@ThatScooterThing]

Would love to help! It is indeed the 26. Are you stateside?

[@flavour123]

@@ThatScooterThing No, I live in Germany. The smartcarb is even more expensive over here, but the 26 is the standard rod we can buy it with at SIP. So that is good news :-) Would love to see a video on how to adjust the carb.

[@flavour123]

@@ThatScooterThing One more thing, Do you remember the timings you ended up with? I found several sources (e.g. there is an article in the Scootering Magazine) that elaborate on porting the original cylinder. Apparently, if you use a base gasket of somewhere between 1.2 -1.7mm, you should end up with a transfer timing of roughly 120-124 with a 57mm crankshaft. Raising the exhaust port by 1mm should give you approx. 170-171 for the exhaust port time, but it seems you can go up to 175 without trading high end power for a significant loss in low end power. I have almost finished working on the cyclinder ports, but haven't mounted it yet. Hope tog get it done over the weekend.

[@flavour123]

@@ThatScooterThing Sorry, I just noticed that you already have a video explaning the Smartcarb. Great stuff!

[@ahmadazizbutt8682]

Nice video Love from Lahore Pakistan

[@dhannerbadrobot]

would the 28 smartcarb be right on a Malossi 210 tour set up

[@ThatScooterThing]

Very much so. In fact, I am currently building 2 like thag.

[@AOCO_77]

I want to see Bajaj Chetak Engine full pote

[@davidwilliamson9162]

Can you put a link up for the t shirts I can’t find them!

[@ThatScooterThing]

Should be the first one down below, leads to the whole online shop!

[@tst_carrot1693]

www.thatscootershop.com/onlineshop

[@tonyparisi9586]

I have a 2001 px150 with 300 miles on it. I want to bring to your shop?

[@ThatScooterThing]

Contact me through IG or FB

[@ThatScooterThing]

IG is @thatscootershop

[@mariosnikolaou5212]

How are the brakes on this thing ?

[@ThatScooterThing]

Present, hah

[@bstiphout1]

Ive been destroying parts for 20 years now and now my conclusion... BUY VR-ONE CASINGS OR DRIVE STOCK!

[@bstiphout1]

You will notice you need CR80 clutch plates. Don't get to roudy on the clutch springs or you will destroy bearings. I can recommend an aluminum cilinder kit and for the rest you can mount about everything. Just get the base right the first time and get proper casings.