Piaggio 294917 Indicator Switch – Ape 50, Zip, Typhoon, NRG, Free

The Piaggio 294917 flasher switch is the original rocker turn signal switch that controls the turn indicators of the Ape 50 (1998-2018) and Piaggio and Gilera scooters from the historical catalogs 1998-2005: Zip, Typhoon, NRG, NTT, Free, Skipper, Skr City, Velofax, Easy Moving, and Storm. Black plastic body with screen-printed arrows and a connector on the back. Product code 294917.

✓ Strengths

• Original Piaggio spare part – this is code 294917 as specified in the official Piaggio spare parts catalog, not an aftermarket equivalent.
• One code for two families – the same switch serves the Ape 50 and an entire generation of 50-150cc Piaggio and Gilera scooters.
• Three-position rocker control – left turn signal, off, right turn signal, with the ⇦⇨ symbols screen-printed in white on the frame.
• Plug-in replacement – the switch connects with the connector on the back: no soldering, no wiring adaptation.
• Commonly used part – when the turn signals do not light up, do not engage on one side, or do not turn off, it is the first component to check.

Technical specifications

Vehicle compatibility

The list is taken from the official Piaggio spare parts catalog (B2B area). If you have any doubts, send us your vehicle's VIN, and we will verify the correct code for you.

Who is it perfect for?

It's the spare part for those who use an Ape 50 daily for work and find their turn signals staying on, not engaging on one side, or only responding when pressed hard: often the culprit is the worn switch, not the relay or wiring. It is equally useful for those maintaining a Zip, a Typhoon, an NRG, or a Free from the Nineties and Two Thousands, where the original turn signal switch is often the first control to fail. For a workshop, it's a part to keep in stock: it's inexpensive, installs in minutes, and resolves one of the most frequent requests for Piaggio scooters of that generation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which vehicles does the Piaggio 294917 flasher switch fit?
The 294917 switch is intended for the Ape 50 2T (2009-2018) and Ape Mix 50 2T (1998-2008), for Piaggio scooters from the historical catalogs 1998-2005 (Zip, Typhoon 50 and 125, NRG, NTT, Free, Skipper, Skr City, Velofax), for Gilera Easy Moving and Storm, and for Skipper and Zip & Zip up to 1997. The table lists all versions.

What exactly is a flasher switch?
It is the rocker button on the handlebar control used to activate the turn signals: pushed to one side, it activates the left indicators, to the other side the right indicators, and in the center, it turns them off. Piaggio code 294917 identifies this specific switch, also known as a turn signal switch or turn indicator diverter.

How do I know if the switch is faulty and not the relay?
If the turn signals flash regularly on one side but not the other, or only light up when pressed hard or by moving the button, the problem is almost always a worn switch. If they do not flash on either side, or remain steady, it is advisable to first check the flasher relay and the bulbs.

Does the switch come with the control block or relay?
No: the package contains only the flasher switch, i.e., the button with its body and the connector on the back. The handlebar control block, flasher relay, bulbs, and wiring are not included and usually do not need to be replaced: the switch plugs in where the old one was.

Is it an original Piaggio spare part or an equivalent?
It is the original Piaggio spare part with code 294917, new and never mounted, the same as specified in the official spare parts catalog for Ape 50 and for the Piaggio and Gilera scooters in the table. It is not an aftermarket turn signal switch with its own code: the shape, rocker travel, and connector are those fitted at the factory. It is shipped from Italy with an invoice.

How can I be sure it's the right code for my scooter?
Check that your vehicle appears in the table with the correct generation: the versions indicated are from the historical Piaggio and Gilera catalogs 1998-2005 and up to 1997, in addition to the Ape 50. For more recent Zip, Typhoon, and NRG models, the code needs to be verified. If in doubt, send us your VIN, and we will verify it before purchase.