Wednesday, 20 October 2010

Do it all with Haynes manuals


Available off the shelf now is the new Haynes service and repair manual dedicated to Chinese, Taiwanese and Korean 125cc Motorcycles. Covering a multitude of subjects for both single and twin cylinder 4T machines, the manual will guide you through the repair process. Manufacturers covered by this superb Haynes manual include AJS, Baotian, Bashan, Better, Branson, British Trackstar, Chituma, Dadyw, Daelim, Dafier, Jinlun, Lexmoto, Moto Roma, Lifan, Sinnis, Sym, Warrior and many, many more.

From general maintenance to engine/transmission and fuel system repairs, this manual has it covered. For a complete range of manuals, books, and guides that VE (UK) list, visit www.ve-uk.com.

Tuesday, 19 October 2010

Athena 50cc Performance Cylinder Kits




Need to add a little more zing to your scooter, whilst keeping it as a 50cc? VE (UK), exclusive UK Athena scooter product importer, stock the wide range of Athena performance 50cc kits for both air and liquid cooled scooters. Manufactured in high quality alloys and supplied with a single ring piston, the Athena performance 50cc cylinder kits provide the user with a higher revving, ported cylinder designed to produce more power for the standard capacity. All cylinder kits are supplied with cylinder head, gasket set and reed petals to finish off the conversion completely. All kits featured below are available "off the shelf" from VE (UK)dealers and at fantastic prices.

VZ60051 ATHENA 50cc ALLOY CYL KIT – BWS
VZ60052 ATHENA 50cc ALLOY CYL KIT - MINARELLI HORIZ AIR
VZ60053 ATHENA 50cc ALLOY CYL KIT - PIAGGIO AIR
VZ60054 ATHENA 50cc ALLOY CYL KIT - PIAGGIO LC
VZ60055 ATHENA 50cc ALLOY CYL KIT - MINARELLI HORIZ LC
VZ60056 ATHENA 50cc ALLOY CYL KIT - MORINI AIR
VZ60057 ATHENA 50cc CYLINDER KIT - PEUGEOT AIR

Wednesday, 13 October 2010

Auto - Malossi - One For The Track!


Malossi, Europe's premier manufacturer of scooter performance parts, produce an outstanding selection for the vast majority of Scooters and also Moto 50/125 machines. When tuning a scooter it is not just all about bolting on a cylinder kit, transmission parts, gearing, and the carburettor also needs modification to realise the true potential of any major upgrade. To this end Malossi produce a selection of carburettors suitable for this task. Whether it's a 2T (two stroke) or 4T (4 stroke) machine, Malossi have a soloution to suit your needs.

Available for the Piaggio 2T range is their 28mm race carb, based on the fantastic Dellorto VHST carb. The kit is supplied with a performance air filter and two piece inlet manifold to get the most out of this superb carb kit. Designed to be ran in a pre-mix fuel system only. A super kit that gives great results.

Malossi also offer a 34mm race carb kit for the Gilera 4T 125/180/200cc Runner range. It is built around Dellorto’s ultra reliable PHF carburettor assembly. The kit comprising of the carb, air filter, manual choke kit, and adaptor plates required to fit the carb. This carb kit matches perfectly to Malossi's outstanding 210cc cylinder kit, to produce a winning combination.

Combine either or these kits with a spares and accessories backup service for all Malossi products,which is second to none in the UK from VE (UK) sole official UK importer. There are dedicated Malossi Tech Centres as well as the extensive VE dealer network where you can obtain Malossi products.

Tuesday, 12 October 2010

Auto - Continental - Tyres with a Twist



VE (UK) are pleased to announce the expansion of the Continental Twist scooter tyre range into our already extensive selection of tyres dedicated to the scooter market.

The ContiTwist give the scooter rider the edge on sheer road performance. Super quick warm up, grip enhancing design, provides optimum levels of handling and confidence. Using the blueprint of the ContiTwist, the ContiTwist Sport emphasises the grip and performance to deliver the most exhilarating sport scooter handling. Available in a range of 10', 11', 12' and 13" fitments, the ContiTwist offers the rider an excellent tyre at superb pricing.

Also available for 350x10 inch tyre users is the ContiTwist Race. The ContiTwist Race is a dedicated (road legal) scooter race tyre. It uses the same technology that made the ContiRaceAttack such a success with a special casing design to handle tough race conditions, with a high proportion of slick in the tread pattern for reduced wear and maximum grip. Prices are highly competitive and as such are excellent value for money.

The Continental Twist scooter tyre range is available now 'off the shelf' from all VE appointed dealers.

Thursday, 7 October 2010

Auto - Chinese Takeaway



With the current economic climate Chinese scooters are becoming more popular by the minute, due to their prices being amazingly low in comparison to their European counterparts. However locating spares for Chinese scooters can be a time consuming job.

VE (UK) have bolstered their ever growing range of Chinese scooter spares with some of the most common parts that need replacing as the scooter ages. One of the main areas for wear are the starter components, and with the addition of the Kickstart Shaft to our range, sourcing this item is now a whole lot easier.

Whilst variator assemblies are becoming more common place from major aftermarket manufacturers, the outer pulley half and required Star and Castle washers have previously been overlooked. To this end VE (UK) have sourced these components to make a complete front pulley overhaul possible.

To see a complete list of excellently priced Chinese scooter spares that VE (UK) have to offer, visit www.ve-uk.com and use our Fast Find Parts Search facility.

Wednesday, 6 October 2010

Auto - Shine A Light


Customising scooters has always been impart of scootering. With scooterists now modifying their automatic machines, customising is set to continue. VE (UK) have added to their already extensive range of head and tail lamp units with these new offerings for Peugeot Speedfight scooters.

For a simple yet effective facelift to the Speedfight 2 are these new EVO headlamps with the cool "Audi Style" of those LED accents above the quad halogen bulbs. Available in both plain black and carbon look units, these headlamps are sure to impress.

Turning our attention to the new Speedfight 3, the rear end now is able to undergo the "Lexus" look modification with these new tail lamps, available in both clear and smoked lens options. The rear lamp unit is fitted with the multiway connector required for a simple plug and go electrical installation, saving you time working out which wire goes where.

These lamps are excellent value for money and when you combine this type of addition to a custom scooter, it really does bring the whole thing together. VE (UK) have dealers throughout the UK and you can contact them for a VE dealer or mailorder specialist near you. Email dealer@ve-uk.com for more dealer info.

Tuesday, 5 October 2010

Universal - These tools were made for working



With the cost of spare parts continuing to rise, the fitting of such parts should be undertaken with the necessary tools to hand. Skimping on the proper tools for any job can lead to unneeded expense, if you damage the parts you are trying to fit or remove. VE (UK) stock a wide range of tools for the Scooter and Moto 50/125 dealer workshop and budding mechanic alike.

New to our already extensive list of VE tools, are these invaluable universal tools that are designed to do the job right first time. From simple rim protectors for aiding the fitment of tubless tyres through to crank installation tools and universal extractors, all of VE (UK)'s tools are made to the highest standards, ensuring years of service for excellent value for money. Of particular interest are the universal adjustable flywheel and clutch holding tool, and the ever faithful adjustable steering lock ring tool, a fantastic tool which is ideal for a busy workshop who work on more than one make of machine.



As always all our tools are priced to sell at sensible prices, and as such give fantastic value for money. Check our lists for all the tools available, we have a huge selection available.