SIP - combo instruments and more
German scooter parts and accessory specialist SIP Scootershop has added several new products to its programme in recent months, including the SIP Tacho Karacho - a speedo and rev counter combination instrument for Vespa PX80-200 E Lusso/'98/MY/'11 - also suitable for the 124 to 300 cc Vespa GTV/GT 60.
Since their introduction in 2010, SIP speedo/rev counter combination instruments have "fundamentally changed the market," says CEO Ralf Jodel. Functions that were previously only available by using a number of devices have now been brought together in a single, unobtrusive product design.
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| Tacho Karacho speedo and rev counter combination instrument for Vespa |
Available in 100 mph and 160 km/h versions and featuring race-style optics in analogue or digital display options, the new "Tacho Karacho" version, with its hand hanging at 6 o'clock, is reminiscent of the instruments on sports and racing cars of the 60s and 70s. In addition to rpm and speed, it can also display temperature and can be switched between AF and EGT connection in the menu.
A small press button allows an elegant change between the different displays, and it can be discreetly mounted on or under the light switch. As an extra quality control step, every time the engine is started, the rev counter performs a self-test - creating a touch of Grand Prix feeling.
Also seen here, the SIP T5 tachometer is a multi-instrument for Vespa T5 models in the look of the original analogue instruments.
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| T5 tachometer multi-instrument for Vespa T5 models |
It displays analogue tachometer, speed and fuel gauge in original optics style - national and international versions are available. Among a number of ergonomic touches and innovative functions, on longer journeys riders can distinguish between two individual distances with driving time and average speed - perfect for distinguishing between daily and touring distances - with the total distance also able to be set. Another special function is a gear indicator that compares the number of revolutions and the speed travelled to calculate the gear ratio.
An internal memory means all data remains safely backed up; it operates on 12V AC/DC, so no battery is required. SIP Performance, Vespatronic and Parmakit ignitions can be connected.
Finally, this stainless steel rear lowering kit (with ABE) for 125-300 cc Vespa GTS/GTS Super/GTV/GT 60/GT/GT L models reduces the height by approx. 2 cm, improving seat height ergonomics for shorter riders - it is designed to work with the original rear shock absorber and exhaust.
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| Lowering kit |
The rear shock absorber retains its full height, the kit mounts to the two rear shocks. On the right side, two new plates are mounted instead of the original shock absorber mount. On the left side, the suspension strut is lowered by means of an adapter. This lowers the vehicle while the suspension strut retains its full working travel. Further comfort for the pillion rider is provided by SIP footrest adapters.
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