News
When is the right time to replace your helmet?
This is an often asked question here at the store and it may differ due to your circumstances. Now first of all let’s look at how your helmet is constructed and why this plays a part in when to replace it. In basic terms we first have the hard outer shell most...
Need a Vespa Primavera Therapy Ride? Hop on
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v9Gn8x4o0yc
When Should I Upgrade My Scooter – guide for different riders.
How Long Should I Keep My Current Ride? Â There are a few reasons to turn over your current ride every few years and the reasons change depending on what group of riders you are in. In my 20 years in scooter retailing, I find these groups come under the following...
Introducing the Aprilia SR GT
Aprilia is back in Australia and back in store now! Aprilia Scooters were always extremely popular and we really missed the brand when the powers that be at Piaggio decided to stop producing scooters. They have decided to bring back Aprilia Scooters in 2022 and...
Tips For Riding With A Pillion Passenger On Your Scooter
Sharing the scooter riding experience is a lot of fun. In this article we’ll give you a few tips to make the experience enjoyable for both rider and pillion. Once you have completed your Learner (L’s) and Provisional (P’s) you will be fully licensed and allowed to...
Scooter Central is a Better Bags Ambassador-Join us in supporting those in need
Better Bags is a community outreach program that distributes a bag full of really useful items to people in need. Scooter Central has recently joined as an Ambassador of Better Bags to solicit and supply a number of bags to the drive each quarter. We have a large...
The Fabulous Vespa Sei Giorni is back in stock and Available Now
We have the elusive and exclusive Sei Giorni 300cc Vespa in stock and ready to ride away today. Give our sale staff a ring on 9938 5858 or email sales@scootercentral.com.au
Electric Vehicle NSW Government Rebates
NSW Transport Stamp Duty rebate for electric vehicles. Have you purchased a Super Soco Electric scooter or motorcycle from Scooter Central since Sept 1, 2021? There is a rebate for Stamp Duty on electric vehicles that were registered on or after 1 Sept 2021. List of...
A Few Tips On Your Modern Scooters Fuel System
Modern scooters are mainly four stroke machines. There is a mix of carburettor and fuel injected models and we find they are best run on 95 RON ( Research Octane Number) fuel. E10 ( Ethanol additive) fuels are more hydroscopic and can attract moisture into the fuel...
Inside Scoop – new Kymco KRV180
The Scooter Stig just tipped us off that Kymco Australia are considering the new Kymco KRV180 for our market. The KRV is a 175cc, water cooled and fuel injected affair with plenty of cool new tech on board including Bosch anti lock brakes and traction control to the...
Sydney Eastern Suburbs Ride
Jeremy and Lisa sent us this eastern suburbs loop they completed last weekend. They said it was a fun ride that didn't get far from home, but had plenty of interesting stop off points for a great view and terrific food. They also said that it's an amazing therapy ride...
A Big Thank You – Melanoma March
A big thank you to all that kindly donated to Peters March for Melanoma fund raiser. We had a lot of very generous supporters and your efforts raised whopping $7950 for melanoma research. We spotted generous donations from Phillip H, Sally, The Scooter Stig, Tommy,...
Vespa Tour Of Pakistan
If you've got 15 minutes spare check out this quirky video of a Vespa tour of Pakistan 
AmeriVespa Dates Announced
Sue here at the store has been to AmeriVespa (and got the award for the furthest distance travelled to the event). She says it's a great event with riders coming from all over the USA, Canada and beyond. This years event will be in the twin cities of Minneapolis/St....
Workshop Tip – Check Tyre Pressures Regularly
Our techs have been getting some wide variations in tyre pressures on customers scooters recently, so its a good time to remind our riders to check tyre pressures regularly and preferably when the tyres are cool for the most accurate outcome. Tyre pressures increase...
Coffee Jackets and Bottle Holders Back In Stock
What is a Coffee Jacket you might ask? The Corazzo Coffee Jacket is that item that riders all across the world have discovered to protect that coffee and help it to safely travel where you travel. The adjustable velcro strap helps secure any size reusable or take...
Everything You Need To Know About Scooter Storage
Scooter are amazingly versatile machines. Not only can they carry one or two passengers, they are capable of carrying many daily items in separate storage areas. In this article we’ll look at what products are available to make your scooter suit your lifestyle. Some...
The KYMCO DT X360 Adventure Crossover Scooter is Here and Ready to Test Ride
We just finished getting this new model through the workshop and ready to ride. We contacted a few people who had expressed interest to come for a test ride. So far in the last 24 hours, 1 test ride, 1 sold! Come on down and have a ride yourself if you are in the...
How To Dress For Wet Weather Scooter Riding By Daryl Downpour
We’ve all experienced a day when we started off by getting wet and never seemed to dry out. It’s the same for scooter riding in the rain. Keeping yourself dry is the key to a good ride in wet weather. We are lucky that there are some great products to help us stay...
Has Your Bike Been Serviced Lately?
The air filter on the pictured bike came in recently after not having been serviced for a while! When did you last service yours? The lockdowns and rain have turned the last couple of years into a blur and many riders have missed their regular servicing without...
Winners! Scooter Central best Automotive Services!
Scooter Central has just won the 2021 Local Business Award for best Automotive Services on the Northern Beaches for the 9th time! Many thanks to all of our customers who voted for us and to our amazing staff members for their great service to our customers! What a...
Ice Cream Celebration
Congratulations to our Spare Parts Interpreter Monica for completing her apprenticeship! Awesome accomplishment and well done! We love celebrating staff accomplishments (and birthdays) at Scooter Central and all our staff enjoyed our special treat celebration ice...
Baby Theodore – Scooter Central’s Newborn!
A big congratulations to first time parents Jenna and Pete on the safe arrival of baby Theodore born on Dec 10th. The new parents are over the moon as are the new grandparents and Aunt. Scooter Central is a family owned and run business and we've all been...
Jacarandas in Bloom in Kirribilli
Looking for a great spot for a ride right now? The Jacaranda trees are in full bloom in Kirribilli. Head to McDougall Street for a fabulous display.
New Peugeot Django Colours In Store Now
Scooter Central has just received our first shipment of the fabulous new Peugeot Django 150 colours - Racing Green and Antarctic White. The colour range of this model is very exciting and we have stock of them all for you to choose from at Scooter Central. Ring Cass...
Here is some great advice on how to put your scooter on the centre stand!
Here is a video Murray has done explaining and illustrating putting your scooter on the centre stand. It is one of our most asked questions by customers. Watch the video and practice a few times with your bike on a level surface and you'll wonder why you ever...
Reuse, Recycle, Re-purpose and maintain a small footprint
Reuse, recycle, keep a small footprint and minimize rubbish for landfill. At Scooter Central we are proud of our reusing and recycling efforts and for a very busy retail store and workshop getting loads of products and packaging delivered we put out one small rubbish...
Here Come the 75th Anniversary Vespas!
Our first 75th Anniversary Vespa in the Primavera 150 model was unboxed today. Staff opinion was two thumbs up from everyone. It's a cracker!
Vespa Elettrica News
Vespa Elettrica Update Aug 2022 We’ve been watching the birth of Vespas electric scooter offering since it was announced at the Milan EICMA show in 2016 and then first shown at EICMA 2017. Production of the Eletrica was begun in September 2017 and Europe was the first...
Piaggio BV 400 Video Review
Murray has given us a great review of the new BV 400 and points out all of the new features on this model. The BV 400 hit our shores in August 2021 and we have a Demo in store for you to test ride if you are in the market. His video is certainly worth watching....
Check Out Our YouTube Channel
Did you know that Scooter Central has a YouTube channel? Murray has been busy making videos so we can bring our showroom to you. Check out the reviews and highlights videos he has been posting on the Scooter Central YouTube channel. We have been putting highlights...
Buy a Scooter Online Now! Free Delivery!
Now you can purchase the scooter of your dreams online through our website using our easy to use online store. Research which scooter is the right one for you using our New Scooter Catalogue section. Save scooters to your wish list to compare. Still unsure? Call,...
New Video Added on the Kymco Agility RS 125
Murray has been busy working on video walk throughs of the models here on offer at Scooter Central to help you with your online purchasing. Check out the video here Let us know what you would like to see us do next by emailing, calling or SMS us through this site!...
How To Get Your Freedom Back!
Riding a scooter ticks all the boxes: Covid Safe Avoid public transport Inexpensive to buy and own Cheaper than a car or public transport Even cheaper than most bicycles! Fun to ride Makes you feel like you are on a holiday every day Always find a parking spot Be the...
So Just How Much Does a Scooter Cost?
We get asked this a lot from online enquiries. We have scooters ranging from $3690 to $13990 for brand new 125cc-550cc scooters. All of our pricing includes 12 months registration and CTP (not 3 months or 6 months), pre delivery and full 2-3 year warranty (depending...
NSW Electric Vehicle Strategy Rebates
The NSW government looks set to kick along the sales of Electric Vehicles by introducing a Stamp Duty Rebate and an additional rebate of $3000 for vehicles under $68,750 starting in September 2021. Well the Super Soco Electric range available now at Scooter Central...
Vespa Celebrates 75 Years with a new limited release
2021 marks 75 years since the first Vespa and to celebrate this significant milestone a Special Edition model is being released soon. The 75th Special Editions will be available in both the Primavera and the GTS. They will be a special gold colour designed for the...
Pre-owned Scooters Available Now!
With the success of our Autumn sale which runs through to May 31st we have received a large number of second hand bikes traded in. Lots of customers have taken advantage of the sale to upgrade their bikes and get great deals on rider apparel and accessories too. Our...
New Colour Added to the popular and affordable Kymco Agility RS 125
The KYMCO Agility RS 125 has been one of our most popular models for a long time and well known for it's robust build, style and low cost. This new colour combination of Dark Blue with orange and silver highlights is a real head turner. Buy one here
Byron Bay and Beyond
Scooter Central can organise delivery of your scooter to your door. We can make your purchase easy and are here to help for after sales support. Why not buy from Australia's multi-award winning scooter store?
Throwback to 2006 Good Morning Australia
Here is a throwback in time to 2006 when Scooter Central owner Sue went on Good Morning Australia with Kerri-Anne Kennerley. Sue pillioned Kerri-Anne onto the set on a red Vespa with both wearing Corazzo Design jackets. They discussed how popular scooters were...
Road Warning – Pot Holes
After the deluge of rain in NSW in recent days we have spotted many pot holes. Please take extra care on the roads and be mindful that there could be hidden pot holes in puddles. Please also check the tread wear on your tyres and book in for replacements when...
Contactless Purchasing? It’s easy at Scooter Central!
2020 keeps throwing us curve balls but we keep tossing them in the air and are getting very skilled at juggling. Are you looking to buy a scooter this Summer? Scooter Central is the biggest selling scooter store in Australia and number 1 for almost every brand we...
Say Goodbye to Piaggio’s Fly 150
Piaggio's Fly 150 has been one of Australia's best selling scooters for many years with quite a few iterations in the model as it evolved over time. Sadly the model has been discontinued in Australia and by the time you have read this our last one will likely be...
KYMCO Just Announced The NEW ELECTRIC F9- WOW
KYMCO F9 A cool, urban electric motorcycle, the KYMCO F9 is equipped with a 9.4kW motor and designed for enthusiastic street riding. It accelerates from 0 to 50km/h in three seconds, onto a top speed of 110km/h. A 96V 40Ah battery provides a range of 120km under the...
Summer Scooting
Warm weather and sunshine, how amazing is it to be riding a scooter as Summer is in the air?
The Peugeot Scooters Have Arrived!
The long awaited Peugeot scooters have arrived! Peugeot is a new brand for us and we have taken delivery of quite a number of units. We have been watching the brand in Australia and speaking with the suppliers about stocking for a long time. We had a couple of...
Gone in 60 Seconds
Did you know a KYMCO vehicle is sold every 60 seconds? KYMCO Australia is celebrating having sold more than 35,000 vehicles since 1999, many of those were sold at Scooter Central. Here is more you may not know... • Manufactures more than 200 models including scooters,...
Do I Need ABS Brakes?
This is quite a common question we hear at Scooter Central. ABS, Anti-Lock Braking System, works to prevent the wheel(s) from locking up, which can cause a crash on a scooter. The scooter will generally have a sensor ring near the brake disc, which detects movement,...
Are Rider Training Centres Open? Are they busy?
We keep getting customers asking if the Rider Training Courses are open. We spoke with HART at St Ives today and they are definitely open for Rider Training. Book the learner rider course or your provisional test with them on the Services NSW website at...