With three days to go before the event, I was without transport and panic set in. Was I going to be relegated to four wheels? Well, no, not quite – I went on three-wheels!
I phoned The Scooter Shop in Cleethorpes and they couldn’t have been more helpful. As a consequence of this, I ended up at the IoW rally on a new Piaggio LT 400. I know that this type of transport doesn’t really appeal to the classic scooter masses, but this new MP3 version has a distinct advantage over earlier ones – it can be ridden on a car licence. This opens all sorts of possibilities, especially if you haven’t got a bike licence and makes it a very flexible option (especially to my missus, who only has car entitlement). She could now – in theory – tag along with other scooter riders without being too conspicuous. I can already see the die-hards preparing their arguments. But let’s be realistic; this machine (especially carrying the Piaggio badge) opens up a world of possibilities.
Thanks to Kirsty and Glyn and The Scooter Shop for their help. If you live in the North Lincs area and own a Piaggio, these guys couldn’t be more helpful and are well worth a visit whether it’s a cable or a new scooter you’re after. Visit www.The Scootershop.biz or ring them on 01472 500050. They are scooterists in the true sense of the word.
This issue’s cover was taken on the Lincoln Knights charity ride. There are pictures from many more events inside with special attention to this year’s IoW rally.
Mau – Editor, Scooterist Scene
