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VESPA EMBRACES YEAR OF THE SNAKE
Vespa is seemingly cementing its position within the lifestyle segment with its new Vespa 946 Snake , a new limited edition reinterpretation of the 946 model . Clearly billed at the Northern Hemisphere , Vespa says the bike embodies the essence of winter . With its design inspired by icy landscapes and the ethereal beauty of winter , the Vespa 946 Snake stands out for its iridescent blue livery in icy shades which “ pay homage to the purity and strength of snowy landscapes ”. Year of the Snake inspiration is conveyed through the handlebar grips and saddle , “ modelled to recall the soft texture of the animal ’ s skin ”. A chromeplated snake features on both the fuel cap and mudguard to complete the design project . Available in a limited edition of only 888 numbered scooters , the Vespa 946 Snake is a style statement Vespa is intending to become a collector ’ s item in its Lunar Collection , the series of limited-edition models paying homage to the Lunar Calendar . Vespa says “ after the year of the Dragon , we are now transported
to 2025 , the year of the Snake , an imperial and enigmatic creature inviting us to go beyond our limits , to live with boldness and to travel beyond boundaries . The Vespa 946 Snake was created to express this philosophy .” The Vespa 946 Snake is accompanied by a raft of lifestyle accessories , including an iridescent blue helmet with a 3D chrome snake , a removable interior and smoked visor . Vespa ’ s Snake universe is rounded off with a selection of ready-to-wear accessories that now includes a long puffer coat and the bomber jacket . The white , floor-length puffer coat has a tone-on-tone snake profile detailing , while the bomber jacket has an iridescent , icy sheen . See your local Vespa dealer for more info , or visit or visitvespa . com / nz _ EN /
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