The sun was shining, the lanes were clear, and it felt like the last warm day of 2025 — the perfect moment for a quick country-lane shakedown with Phoenix, my Vespa GTS.
This ride wasn’t about distance, it was about reassurance. With Brighton Shakedown on the horizon, I wanted to give Phoenix a proper run to make sure everything was tight, tuned, and ready for the coast. A simple ride home from work turned into a chance to enjoy the sound of the engine, the rhythm of the road, and a touch of English humour along the way.
There’s a bit of in-helmet commentary, a nod to the upcoming Brighton event, and some MOD-inspired tracks I dug out on Soundstripe to set the tone. The video is pure sunshine, a slice of scooter life, and proof (spoiler free here!) that Phoenix is in fine form.
Catch the full ride in the video below and let me know in the comments — do you think Phoenix is ready for Brighton?
Ride sharp. Live loud. Stay free.
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