If you’re restoring a classic scooter—whether it’s a vintage Vespa, Lambretta, or a later model—there’s one part that always demands proper attention: the front forks. As a key structural component, the forks not only influence handling and ride comfort but are also highly visible—so a clean, properly prepared finish makes all the difference in a high-quality restoration.
At Bang On Blasters, we’re a small, family-run business in Market Harborough, and we know how important your scooter project is to you. Whether it’s your pride and joy or a project passed down through generations, we treat every part you send us with care—as if it were our own.
Why Forks Need Professional Cleaning
Scooter forks often take the brunt of wear over the years, exposed to road grime, surface rust, old paint, and even previous bodged repairs. But cleaning them properly can be tricky—especially around the bearing races and the threads on the top bearing, areas where precision is key.
Using the wrong cleaning method can leave scratches, pitting, or even remove too much metal—compromising both appearance and performance. That’s why we offer vapour blasting for a gentle, uniform finish around the threads and light glass media blasting on the areas to be painted or powder coated. Laser blasting in this instance is used as a pre treatment to remove the contaminates and the media blasting and vapour blasting providing the desired key and finish.
Handled with Care, Cleaned to Perfection
As a local service in Leicestershire, we know many of our customers by name—and we pride ourselves on providing a personal touch. From the moment your parts arrive with us, we document, clean, and protect them so you can get them back safe, sound, and ready for reassembly or paint.
Whether you’re posting your scooter forks to us or dropping them in by hand, you can trust that they’ll be cleaned professionally and returned in top condition, ready to continue their journey from workshop to road.
