The VAPE 12Volt ignition system is the perfect choice for anyone who wants to take their Vespa to a new level of performance. Made by the renowned European manufacturer VAPE, this ignition system is a high-quality component that ensures reliable and powerful performance. Perfect for a modern conversion to contactless ignition and bright light even at low engine speeds. Easy engine start included.
QUALITY VAPE
The VAPE ignition is a modern ignition system including alternator. Manufactured entirely in Europe (Czech Republic) from high-quality materials, every single ignition is 100% function-tested. The resulting reliability is legendary, making it ideal for higher performance engines. VAPE ignitions have been firmly established in the moped/motorcycle sector for decades and have become indispensable, especially in the Simson sector.
CONVERSION CONTACT IGNITION
The VAPE replaces the complete contact ignition 100% and at the same time provides a modern and powerful 12 volt alternator. The strong permanent magnets of the one-piece pole wheel enable a high ignition current even at low engine speeds and a bright light at idle. The engine therefore starts much better, as the high ignition current also easily compensates for increased resistance (e.g. an oily spark plug or too much fuel in the crankcase).
Another advantage of the VAPE is its insensitivity to the lateral offset of the crankshaft in the engine block. The older engines (Wideframe as well as VBA/VBB, Sprint, GT, GTR, Super etc.) use a 'flying' crankshaft bearing. Here it can happen that the crankshaft moves several tenths of a millimeter under load. This is not a problem for the VAPE ignition, as it does not use triggering by aligned trigger surfaces in the pole wheel. The significantly higher light output, even at low engine speeds, provides an additional safety advantage on the road. What's more, the ignition is maintenance-free forever. No more adjusting contacts, no more replacing a capacitor. Just ride when you want to.
UPGRADE PK/PX
If you want to upgrade the engine electrics of your PX or PK, the VAPE ignition is also the perfect choice. The older PX models in particular still have separate coils for battery charging and the lighting circuit. For this reason, only a 25/25 watt bulb can be used in the headlight. Converting to a VAPE provides a much higher power output and powerful 60/55 watt halogen bulbs or alternative chargers for cell phones and the like can also be used without any problems. The flywheel and pole wheel are also lighter and perfectly balanced. An important factor in motor tuning.
WIRINGHARM
Formerly contact-controlled ignitions should be converted to a new wiring harness for various reasons. In most cases, the old wiring harness is already damaged and has increased resistance due to corroded copper wires. In addition, the original wiring harness in older vehicles (with formerly self-regulating electrics) is not suitable for a power supply via a central cable. We naturally stock suitable conversion wiring harnesses in our store. These are also very easy to connect and perfectly complement the conversion to a new vehicle electrical system.
AC/DC
All Vespa alternators are designed ex works for a so-called AC (alternating current) power supply. As soon as the engine is running, current is generated and passed directly to the consumers (lamps). Our VAPE ignition is also supplied as an AC system. However, it can be converted to a so-called DC (direct current) system by simply replacing the voltage regulator (the stator is 'earth-free' and only becomes DC or AC through the wiring). The entire current from the alternator is fed into a battery via a so-called full-wave regulator. This supplies all consumers (lights, horn, indicators etc.). The advantage is that a power supply is available even when the engine is not running.
IGNITION ADJUSTMENT
The VAPE Sport ignition is equipped with a CDI that adjusts the ignition timing dynamically, i.e. depending on the engine speed. In the lower to medium engine speed range, a larger pre-ignition angle is used (e.g. 23 degrees) which decreases as the engine speed increases. This technique is useful for very sporty or racing engines, which also have an increasing torque curve with increasing engine speed. In contrast to touring engines, where the charge decreases with increasing engine speed and therefore a large pre-ignition can also be used in the upper speed range, the ignition angle is reduced in racing engines. Proper supercharging through a resonance exhaust requires less pre-ignition, as otherwise the combustion pressure sets in too early and too strongly, which can lead to ringing or detonation. A dynamic reduction of the ignition angle therefore enables a powerful engine to be operated safely even under continuous load.
BGM SPORT ON TOURING ENGINES
We recommend an ignition with static ignition timing (BGM Touring) on engines designed for touring (characterized by high but early torque, which drops off after the torque peak). A dynamically variable ignition (BGM Sport) on a touring engine often has an ignition timing that is too early in the lower speed range and therefore tends to jerk the engine. If the ignition timing is reduced in order to eliminate the jerking, the engine has too little power in the upper speed range (where the Sport CDI reduces the ignition angle). The BGM Touring ignition works better in this case due to the system.
INSTALLATION/IGNITION ADJUSTMENT
A great feature of our VAPE ignition is the fact that it is adjusted without the so-called 'flash-off', i.e. without a strobe light. The VAPE conversion ignition system is therefore easy to install and can be fitted without special tools. Thanks to our installation instructions (in printed form), installation is no problem at all, even for technically experienced laymen.
PILOTWHEEL/FAN WHEEL
The VAPE ignition always has the same pinion (starting from the cone matched to the engine, including installation height). As in the original, it has only one slot for positioning on the crankshaft. Incorrect installation is therefore impossible. The flywheel mass that matches the engine concept is produced via the impeller. This has the advantage that the flywheel mass can only be changed by replacing the impeller. The impeller supplied by us is CNC-machined from solid aluminum. It fits perfectly to the respective engine type and has an optimized impeller geometry. This guarantees maximum cooling capacity with the best performance. Pole wheel and impeller are meticulously balanced.
SCOPE OF DELIVERY
The ignition set includes:
The engine-specific CDI holder is not included in the scope of delivery. Please order this separately (see 'Accessories').
CONCLUSION
All in all, our VAPE conversion ignition system is a must for anyone who wants to get the best out of their scooter. This ignition system will improve the performance and efficiency of your scooter while increasing reliability and durability. Try our VAPE ignition system and enjoy the spontaneous starting of the engine, the good throttle response, the bright light even at idle speed and the certainty that this is the perfect investment for countless happy kilometers on your scooter!
The VAPE ignition or CDI requires a good ground connection to ensure long-lasting and trouble-free operation. Inadequate contact can lead to malfunctions and/or defects.
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