Scootering

The UK's biggest and best scootering magazine - with over 130 pages containing some of the best examples of customised and restored Lambretta and Vespa scooters in the world, new scooter reviews and test rides, events/ rallies/ show reports, and the massive 48-page pull-out Scooter Trader section - the best place to buy & sell scooters, spare parts and memorabilia!

Each month Scootering also has a large Music section with reviews, band news, interviews and event exclusives. It also regularly raids the archives to bring you best scooter stories and pictures from yesteryear, from Maico to Heinkel, Lambretta to Triumph! With the best classified ads in the business, the very latest news (often before anyone else in the UK!), it's a must read for every scooterist of all ages

Just do it!

It’s not all lights and mirrors: THE COLIN BUNN STORY • He might be known for owning one of the most famous Mod machines of all time, but Colin Bunn’s connection to scootering goes way beyond that.

Brilliant Burton Brewers: Saturday, February 22, 2025 • Mild weather and a warm welcome met eventgoers at the Burton Brewers’ custom show and parts fair. Stu Smith feels the heat, initially in more ways than one…

The Knowledge They’ve got your NUMB3R • Last month we looked at what the legal requirements are for your number plate. This issue we delve into the world of private plates.

The drums go silent • This month Paul reflects on Rick Buckler, an ordinary guy with true star quality.

Evolution in the East • We often debate if something like the 1979 Mod revival could happen again. Well, I’ve got news for you. It could, and it is.

Elizabeth Smolen: Trailblazer • An exhibition has opened at the Williamson Art Gallery on the Wirral celebrating the life of trailblazing Vespista Elizabeth Smolen.

Changes at Chiselspeed • Visitors to Chiselspeed’s shop in Leeds should be aware of its revised opening hours.

Scomadi set for UK relaunch? • The Scomadi story has more plot twists than an episode of Poirot. Is another chapter about to be written?

Come and join us • It’s Scootering’s 40th anniversary and there’s still time to come and join us at Kempton.

Suppliers of sub-standard equipment fined • The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has successfully prosecuted Bikers Lifestyle Ltd for selling motorcycle helmets and eye protection that fail to meet UK safety standards.

MAG responds to transport strategy call for ideas • The Motorcycle Action Group (MAG) says it has submitted a bold response to the Government’s Integrated National Transport Strategy call for ideas.

Is it wise to accessorise? • As the saying goes, “chrome won’t get you home” but, as David Dry explains, that hasn’t stopped scooterists from accessorising their steeds…

STOMPING • A more sombre note than usual to this month’s Stomping but Nik, Stu and Stan continue to bring you all that’s best in the world of scooterist culture.

Tommy Hunt: loss of a soul legend • It was with great sadness that I learned soul legend Tommy Hunt had died, at the age of 91, on February 12.

A true star: Rick Buckler • There can be few Scootering readers that are unfamiliar with the life and work of Rick Buckler, so instead of a formal obituary, Stan shares his personal memories in the hope that they’ll reflect the experience of many fans.

The way we used to do it • The idea of many tuning parts was that they simply bolted on. Unfortunately, getting them to fit was a huge undertaking.

Show us your Scoots

Scarborough ’88 revisited • As we gear up for the rally season’s opener at Scarborough, here’s a look back to 1988. Our then editor, Gareth Brown, was on hand to capture all the action, even if we were relegated to Oliver’s Mount...