Although Geoff has a long-term relationship with these two Vespas, his riding career began on a Lambretta – a decision forced by Geoff’s father who wouldn’t allow him to ride a ‘proper’ motorbike until he had passed his test. Of course, as soon as he did, the Lambretta was sold and replaced by a motorbike. The motorbike gave good service but in 1963 Geoff’s ambitions turned towards four wheels and the motorbike was traded in as part exchange on a used car. There was however one flaw in this cunning plan: Geoff hadn’t yet passed his driving test. A cheap and cheerful ‘temporary’ mode of transport was required and this 1959, Douglas Vespa 125 was bought to fill the gap.
Temporary measures
The Vespa was
