| Tank capacity | 9.8 liters - significantly more range than a standard tank |
|---|---|
| Area of application | Vespa & Motovespa Largeframe with external cap (without hood hook under the seat) |
| Compatibility | 125-200 ccm Largeframe: VNA-TS, VBA-Super, GS/SS, Rally, P/PX old etc. |
| Motovespa | Spanish largeframe models with external tank cap (e.g. 125/150 CL, 150 S, 160/GT, 200 DS) |
| Closure | PLC-Corse tank incl. bayonet tank cap - suitable closure for external cap models |
| Fuel supply | Large tank with fuel pump - ideal for more powerful engines and long stages |
| Material | GRP - low weight, freely moldable tank body, corrosion-free interior |
9.8 liter tank volume GRP tank body incl. fuel pump for external cap models Vespa & Motovespa Largeframe
The PLC CORSE XXL tank made of glass fiber reinforced plastic (GRP) is aimed at all those who want to equip their Vespa or Motovespa Largeframe with more range and reserves. With a capacity of around 9.8 liters, the tank offers a significant increase compared to the standard tank - ideal for touring, powerful engines and long-distance use.
The tank is supplied with a bayonet fuel filler cap (external cap) and is designed for vehicles in which the side cover is secured with a classic external cap. In these models, there is sufficient space inside the frame to accommodate the larger tank body.
In terms of design, the PLC CORSE XXL tank is intended for large-frame vehicles without an internal hood closing hook under the seat bench. These include classic Vespa models in the 125-200 cc series from VNA/VBA to GT/GTR, Sprint/Super and Rally and first-generation P/PX models (P/PX old). In the Motovespa range, the tank fits the corresponding Spanish largeframe variants with external cap, for example 125 CL, 150 CL, 150 S, 150 Sprint, 160/GT or 200 DS.
On later Largeframe models with an internal hood closing hook under the seat (PX Lusso, LML, Motovespa Iris, T5, TX etc.), the hood hook collides with the enlarged tank body - the XXL tank cannot be used in these vehicles.
Thanks to its larger volume, the PLC CORSE tank is particularly interesting for tuned engines and setups with increased fuel consumption. The integrated fuel pump ensures that the fuel supply remains reliable even under heavy acceleration, high continuous speed and heavily lowered carburetors. In conjunction with a clean line design and correctly routed return line, a very stable supply system can be created.
The tank body is made of GRP (glass fiber reinforced plastic). This allows free shaping inside the frame, low weight and freedom from corrosion on the inside wall of the tank. As with all GRP tanks, a clean, particle-free fuel system (filter, clean hoses, high-quality fuel) is recommended for operation in order to avoid deposits.
The PLC CORSE XXL tank is designed for vehicles with an external tank cap, in which the side cover is locked via the classic cap on the outside of the frame. In these models, the full installation space is available inside the frame.
On later large-frame models with internal hood locking hooks under the seat (e.g. Vespa PX Lusso, LML, Motovespa Iris, T5, TX), the hood hook reaches into the frame from above - precisely in the area used by the enlarged XXL tank. This leads to collisions and the tank cannot be used in these vehicles.
Rule of thumb: PX/PX old up to approx. 1984 (outer cap) - suitable. PX Lusso & comparable Motovespa variants with inner cap - not suitable.
| Tank type | PLC CORSE XXL GRP tank for large frame |
|---|---|
| Tank material | GRP (glass fiber reinforced plastic) |
| Tank volume | approx. 9.8 liters |
| Closure | Bayonet fuel filler cap (external cap) |
| Fuel supply | Large tank with fuel pump (included in the kit) |
| Vehicle class | Vespa & Motovespa Largeframe 125-200 ccm with external cap |
| Fuel tank | PLC CORSE XXL GRP tank, prepared for external cap |
|---|---|
| Tank cap | Bayonet fuel cap to fit the PLC tank |
| Fuel pump | Pump for fuel supply with large tank volume |
| Model | cc | type | Year of manufacture | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vespa 125 | 125 | VNT1-2 | '60-'62 | External lock, suitable |
| Vespa 125 (T2/125) (D) | 125 | VNB1-6 | '59-'65 | Outer lock |
| Vespa 125 GT / 125 Sprint | 125 | VNL1-2 | '61-'73 | Outer lock |
| Vespa 125 GTR | 125 | VNL2T | '68-'78 | Outer lock |
| Vespa 125 Super | 125 | VNC1T | '65-'69 | Outer lock |
| Vespa 125 TS | 125 | VNL3T | '75-'78 | Outer lock |
| Vespa 150 | 150 | VBA1T | '58-'60 | outside closure |
| Vespa 150 | 150 | VBB1-2 | '60-'67 | Outer lock |
| Vespa 150 (T4/150) (D) | 150 | VGLA-B | '59-'65 | Exterior closure |
| Vespa 150 GL | 150 | VLA1T | '62-'64 | Outer closure |
| Vespa 150 Sprint | 150 | VLB1T | '65-'74 | Outer lock |
| Vespa 150 Sprint Veloce | 150 | VLB1T | '69-'79 | Outer closure |
| Vespa 150 Super | 150 | VBC1T | '65-'79 | Outer lock |
| Vespa 160 GS (GS4) (D) | 160 | VSB1-2T | '62-'64 | Outer closure |
| Vespa 180 Rally | 180 | VSD1T | '68-'73 | Outer closure |
| Vespa 180 SS Super Sport | 180 | VSC1T | '64-'68 | Outer closure |
| Vespa 200 Rally | 200 | VSE1T | '72-'79 | Outer closure |
| Vespa P125X | 125 | VNX1T | '77-'82 | P/PX old, outside closure |
| Vespa P150 S | 150 | VBX1T | '78-'90 | early series suitable without inside lock |
| Vespa P150X / PX150 E | 150 | VLX1T | '78-'85 | P/PX old, up to approx. '84 external lock |
| Vespa P200E / PX200 E | 200 | VSX1T | '77-'83 | P/PX old, external lock |
| Vespa P80 / P80 E (France) | 80 | V8A1T | '80-'84 | Outside lock, suitable |
| Vespa P80X / PX80 E | 80 | V8X1T | '81-'83 | P/PX old, external lock |
Note: PX Lusso and later variants with internal hood closing hook are not compatible.
| Model | cc | Type | Year of manufacture | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motovespa 125 CL | 125 | 9CL | '78- | External closure, suitable |
| Motovespa 150 CL | 150 | 9NC | '78- | External closure |
| Motovespa 150 GS | 150 | 04C | 1967 | corresponds to GS/GT series |
| Motovespa 150 S | 150 | V13502C | 1964 | External lock |
| Motovespa 150 Sprint | 150 | 04C | 1966 | Outer closure |
| Motovespa 160 / GT | 160 | 09C | '68- | Outer closure |
| Motovespa 200 DS | 200 | 9DS | '78- | External lock, suitable |
Note: Motovespa models with internal canopy closing hooks (e.g. Iris, TX) are not compatible.