Vespa Test Rides and Slaughterhouse Gymkhana Coming September 3rd

Scooters are fun. It’s as simple as that. Sure, they’re practical and stylish and all that, but more than anything else a Vespa is just a really good time. Yet for all the fun one can have bombing around on a Vespa all by one’s self, riding scooters with friends (and even strangers) is even more fun.
That’s why we’re really looking forward to this coming Saturday, September 3rd. Two awesome things are intersecting at Motoworks Chicago. The first is that we’re having a dedicated Vespa test ride day in Chicago. If you’ve got your eye on a new or used Vespa, Saturday is your day to take that long overdue test ride. We’ll have our whole demo fleet of bikes available. All you have to do is register for a test ride and we’ll get you set up. Please note, you must sign up in order to test ride a Vespa. Test rides will be available from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Saturday, or otherwise by appointment.
The second awesome scooter thing happening on Saturday is that it’s the weekend of Slaughterhouse 22 — the 22nd gathering of Chicago’s largest scooter rally. This year’s rally has been dubbed “Catch-22”, but as far as we’re concerned, the only tough decision is whether to snag a Vespa of your own before or after you see the gymkhana we’ll have set up at Motoworks. What’s a gymkhana? It’s a fancy term for obstacle course. That’s right, we’re hosting a scooter obstacle course at Motoworks Chicago starting at 3:00 PM. Here’s an example from a few years ago.

During and after the gymkhana, we’ll be hosting a BBQ for the rally and for demo day guests alike. So please come by, even if you’re just interested in scooters. It’s a great preview of what being a scooter owner is all about.

Motoworks Chicago is excited to host a special Vespa Test Rides event on Saturday, September 3rd, providing a unique opportunity for scooter enthusiasts to experience the joy, practicality, and style that come with riding Vespa scooters. On this day, we'll have our entire demo fleet available for test rides for both new and used Vespas. It's essential to register beforehand in order to participate, with test ride slots available from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Saturday, or other times by appointment.

In addition to Vespa Test Rides, our event coincides with Slaughterhouse 22, the 22nd installment of Chicago's largest scooter rally. This year's rally, called 'Catch-22', promises to be an action-packed affair, featuring a Vespa gymkhana or obstacle course at the Motoworks Chicago facility, starting at 3:00 PM. The gymkhana offers an excellent opportunity to witness the fun and versatility of these scooters while socializing with fellow scooter enthusiasts from around the city.

After the gymkhana, we'll be hosting a BBQ for rally participants and demo day guests alike, making this event a great time for anyone interested in scooters or just wanting to learn more about the scooter community in Chicago. So, come to Motoworks Chicago on Saturday, September 3rd, to enjoy Vespa test rides, the Slaughterhouse 22 scooter rally, and some friendly BBQ. Experience firsthand what being a scooter owner is all about.

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Vespa Test Rides and Slaughterhouse Gymkhana Coming September 3rd

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