As a young Lambretta owner in the 1980s, it was vital to learn how to keep them mechanically sound. Failure to do so could mean a lengthy spell off the road, or even worse a bill from the local scooter shop. The ancient manuscript that called itself The Lambretta Home Workshop Manual helped but, by this time, was woefully outdated. With no up-to-date reading material available, there was no alternative than to plunge headfirst into the world of Lambretta mechanics, which could be a scary place. However, it was all part of the pleasures of owning one, and as long as you were prepared to accept
