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How to Replace the Front Shock Absorber of the Piaggio Vespa 50 Special

Model: Piaggio Vespa 50 Special
Part: Shocks

Video tutorial

Today, we will go through the instructions that will allow you to remove and replace the front shock absorber of the Piaggio Vespa 50 Special. First, place the central stand and start by removing the front wheel, unscrewing the five nuts; then remove the metal cover of the fork and unscrew the two nuts of the suspension, as shown in the video.

At this point, unscrew the screw of the mudguard and then the nut located at the top of the shock absorber to remove it; replace it with the new one, following the video tutorial to the end!


Updated on 2 October 2026 by ScegliAuto


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