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How to Change the Front Shock Absorber on a Vespa 50.

Model: (Various brands) Various
Part: Shocks

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In this video tutorial, see how to change the front shock absorber on a Vespa 50. The first step is to purchase a new shock absorber; the next step is to remove the front wheel of the Vespa to facilitate the removal of the front shock absorber. Use a screwdriver to remove the cover; once the cover is removed, you will need to unscrew two nuts.

For this, use a 13 mm spanner and a 19 mm spanner. After removing the nuts with the washers, take off the lower part of the cover.

Now you will have the shock absorber and the fork attachment with all the rollers. Next, remove the shock absorber from the inside; use a standard spanner to unscrew the 13 mm bolt located on the top of the shock absorber; to assist, you can use a pair of locking pliers to hold the top of the shock absorber.

Once the 13 mm bolt is removed, simply slide out the shock absorber, and you are done. Now you can replace the old shock absorber by positioning the new one and reassembling all parts in reverse order.


Updated on 5 June 2026 by ScegliAuto


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