Motoworks Chicago to Central America on a Vespa
Track the Journey here beginning Summer 2008
The Journey will begin at Chicago's two wheeled mecca Motoworks. The final destination of the trip is undetermined but will maintain a goal of reaching Central America and maybe even taking a dip into South America. The equipment will be a Vespa GT200 outfitted by the Motoworks crew, a Carver surfboard rack, and of course surfboard. The Vespa GT200 will be piloted by Motoworks Field Tester Joshua Saxe who is eager to ride this trusty steed all the way to the edge of stupidity and maybe beyond. The route will be mapped, miles recorded, and gas consumption closely logged all on this site. This adventure is brought to you by Motoworks Chicago.
Motoworks Chicago Features Vespa Scooters
Have you ever contemplated the practicality of owning a scooter as a realistic means of primary transportation? You have probably have considering they are an absolute blast to ride, gas has broken into the four dollar per gallon range (edit almost five dollars), and parking is a nightmare. Well, let the creative minds at Motoworks Chicago put your doubts of scooter ownership behind you and put practicality to the test! This trip will prove that scooter ownership is way more than a just fun it is also practical and smart way to get around. Scooters are an eco-friendly ultra fun and viable means of transportation. Keep track of Mileage, Gas Consumption, Destinations and Routes and Photo Documentary right here!
Motoworks Chicago Field Tester
Joshua Saxe (AKA LB) has ridden alongside Johnny Moto since the beginning of his two wheeled obsession. Josh was raised in the sticks of Wisconsin and is currently residing in San Diego Ca, where he is a surfer, rider of all things two wheeled and special education teacher. Josh is equipped with an arsenal of roadside repair skills including the cigarette butt ignition fix and the rusty strainer sprocket retainer. Obviously he is ready to take on any challenge.