Rare ONES - Among the various modifications to scooters around the world, wooden scooters stand out as the most unique. In a previous article, we discussed the Vespa MP6 scooter replica made from discarded wood by Eri Ashari.
Two wooden scooters made by an Indonesian craftsman named Eri Ashari. (Picture from: Gudeg.net) |
Jepara, a small city in Central Java which been known for a long time for the beauty of its wood carving. (Picture from: JeparaHariInion Facebook) |
1. 1973 Vespa Super by Ruli Wood Custom
Ruli Wood Custom, a workshop based in Jepara, meticulously crafted this extraordinary wooden scooter. The modification process for this unique piece took approximately 3 to 4 months. The base material used was a 1973 Vespa Super scooter.
1973 Vespa scooter made of teak wood by Ruli Wood Custom shown off at the ISF 2017 in Yogyakarta. (Picture from: Otomotif-Tempo) |
To maintain durability, the scooter's body is not entirely made of wood. Ruli Krisnawan, the artisan behind Ruli Wood Custom, explained that an all-wood body would increase the risk of breakage, endangering the rider.
As You can see on several body parts of the 1973 Vespa Super scooter were decorated with a beautiful Jepara carving. (Picture from: Otomotif-Tempo) |
The 1973 Vespa Super scooter's handlebar and mirrors were also decorated with a beautiful Jepara carving. (Picture from: Otomotif-Tempo) |
It's worth noting that the components related to the driving system,
such as the engine and rims, remained in their original condition
without any wooden layering.
2. A wooden replica of Lambretta LI 125 by Taufiq Qurrohman
2. A wooden replica of Lambretta LI 125 by Taufiq Qurrohman
Jepara, known for its wood carving, is also the birthplace of another wooden scooter such as this replica of the Lambretta LI 125. This remarkable creation is the work of Taufiq Qurrohman, a skilled wood craftsman.
A wooden replica of Lambretta LI 125 scooter made by a Jepara craftsman named Taufiq Qurrohman. (Picture from: Surabaya-Kompas) |
Taufiq Qurrahman was riding on the wooden replica of the Lambretta LI 125 of his-owned. (Picture from: Surabaya-Kompas) |
However, he sought the assistance of a mechanic for engine mounting. The entire construction process, from concept to completion, and it took approximately nine weeks.
This unique wooden scooter features automatic machines, though specific machine names and types were not disclosed. These machines were chosen to enhance maintenance ease and driving comfort, making it suitable for anyone, including women.
Although both these wooden scooters function like any other two-wheeled vehicles, it remains unknown whether they possess the necessary roadworthy permits from the authorities.
Before concluding, it's worth mentioning another exceptional modified scooter crafted by an Indonesian scooter builder named Komando.
Before concluding, it's worth mentioning another exceptional modified scooter crafted by an Indonesian scooter builder named Komando.
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