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- Vespa Classic
- Open air intake to the cylinder - CARBON ITALY, Real Carbon - Vespa V50, PV, ET3
Open CARBON ITALY air duct made of genuine carbon fiber for the Vespa V50, Primavera, and ET3. It directs cooling air from the fan blade toward the cylinder, while deliberately leaving the cylinder visible. Ideal for high-quality small-frame builds where both performance and aesthetics are equally important.
The open air intake from CARBON ITALY combines the function of targeted airflow with a deliberately open design. It directs the cooling air generated by the fan toward the cylinder, while avoiding the largely enclosed shape of a classic cylinder cover.
The advantage: The cylinder remains visible and becomes a visual component of the engine assembly. Especially with elaborately built small-frame engines, this creates a distinctly more technical look without sacrificing defined airflow from the fan to the cylinder.
In classic Vespa small-frame engines, the cylinder is typically surrounded by a largely enclosed air duct. This CARBON ITALY design deliberately takes a different approach: The air duct remains open, providing a clear view of the cylinder, cylinder head, and the engine’s technical layout.
This makes the component particularly appealing for custom and performance engines, where high-quality components should not be hidden behind a closed plastic cover.
Despite the open design, the component continues to direct the airflow generated by the fan toward the cylinder. The contour thus combines functional airflow management with a significantly sleeker and more technical appearance.
As with all modifications to the cooling air flow, care should be taken after installation to ensure correct positioning and sufficient clearance to the cylinder, fan shroud, and adjacent components.
The air duct is made of genuine prepreg carbon and is manufactured by CARBON ITALY in Italy. The autoclave manufacturing process results in a lightweight and dimensionally stable structure with a cleanly defined fiber structure.
The visible carbon fiber structure is created by the actual fiber material itself, not by a film or decorative overlay. A clear coat finish protects the surface and enhances the characteristic depth of the carbon fiber weave.
Carbon components should always be installed without tension. Before final installation, it is recommended to align the air duct on the vehicle and check for clear clearance to the cylinder, fan shroud, and other engine components. For converted or heavily modified engines, individual adjustments may be necessary.
Conclusion: The open CARBON ITALY air intake is the ideal solution for high-quality small-frame builds where cooling air still needs to be directed specifically to the cylinder, but the engine can remain visible. Genuine carbon fiber, lightweight construction, and the open design make this component both functional and visually striking.
