SCOOTER SPECIFICATIONS

Has the scooter won any show trophies:

Burton Brewers’ 2024: Best in Show & Best Lambretta (First time shown)

VMSC Extravaganza 2024: Best Street Racer (Runner-up)

VMSC Extravaganza 2024: Custom First Time Shown (Runner-up)

VMSC Extravaganza 2024: Use of fabrics and other coverings (Winner)

VMSC Extravaganza 2024: Public’s choice: (Winner)

Name of scooter: Gentleman Jim, based on, and inspired by, Jim Clark’s racing career and legacy.

Scooter model: 1969 Italian Lambretta GP150.

When purchased: 2022.

Time to build & by who: Two years by Rob Miller at Simply Retro.

ENGINE SPECIFICATION

Kit: RT195.

Crank: Standard.

Carb: Dell’Orto PHBH 30mil.

Exhaust: Ron Moss ST Avanti Clubman. Clutch: Standard with uprated springs. Gearbox: Standard GP150.

Brakes (front & rear): Front: SX reversepull original disc. Rear: Standard hub. Suspension (front & rear): Front: Targa Line dampers. Rear: Pinasco adjustable. What’s it like to ride?: Smooth with power throughout the range.

Frame specification:

Paintwork & murals by: Several specialists, a team effort.

Seat by: Corky.

Any frame modifications? What & by whom: Rear light fitting by ‘Taff.’

What was the hardest part of the project: Getting the balance of ideas right.

Do you have any advice or tech tips for anyone starting a project: Take your time and be flexible as things can change throughout the build.

Is there anyone you wish to thank: Rob Miller (Simply Retro) for the build, Keith Newman (K2 Custom Classics) for the specialised custom themed parts, John Andrew Corcoran (Corky) for the seat, Carl Snelson for completing the airbrushing, Paul Bullivant (Retro Ride Paint Shop) for the repaint, lacquer and gold hubs and of course, last but not least, a massive thanks to my girlfriend Nicola for putting up with me!