Piaggio 184601 Front Mudguard Grey – Ape P50 chassis TL3T (1980-1985)

The Piaggio 184601 grey front mudguard is the original plastic spare part for the front bodywork of the Ape P50, the three-wheeled vehicle with TL3T chassis produced between 1980 and 1985. It covers the front wheel, retains water and mud, and restores the original front-end line. This is a first series part: on more recent Ape 50 models, the mudguard has a different code.

✓ Strengths

• Original Piaggio spare part – OEM code 184601, not a reproduction
• Grey as standard – the original color of the Ape P50, and can be painted if your vehicle has a different livery
• Specific to the TL3T chassis – the code identifying the Ape P50 from the early eighties
• Original shape and holes – mounts on standard attachment points, without drilling or adapting
• Made of plastic – does not rust, unlike sheet metal reproductions often seen on reassembled vehicles
• Restoration part – for a forty-year-old Ape, finding the original Piaggio code, rather than an aftermarket part, is not a given

Technical specifications

Vehicle compatibility

Compatibility from the official Piaggio spare parts catalog. If your Ape 50 is an FL, FL2, FL3 Europa or an RST, a different code is needed (see the box above): write us the chassis code and we will confirm the correct spare part.

Recommended products

• Piaggio 261360 grey front mudguard – the same part for the Ape 50 FL, FL2 (TL6T) and FL3 Europa (TL5T), 1989-1999
• Piaggio 565799 black front mudguard – for the Ape TM 703 petrol and diesel
• Fastening screws and brackets – not included: on a forty-year-old Ape's front end, these almost always need replacing

Perfect for

This is the part for those restoring an Ape P50 from the early eighties. The front mudguard bears the brunt of the vehicle's history – the wall during maneuvering, the curb, forty years of sun – and after so long it's either cracked, missing, or replaced with an aftermarket part that's easily recognizable because it doesn't follow the wheel's curve. Reinstalling the original grey plastic one changes the front end in half an hour and won't rust like sheet metal reproductions. For a conservative restoration, it's one of those details that separates a well-maintained Ape from one just put back together; and for an Ape still at work, it simply keeps mud off your feet.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if this is the right mudguard for my Ape?
Check the chassis code on your registration document or on the vehicle itself. This code is for the TL3T chassis, which is the Ape P50 from 1980 to 1985. If you see TL6T or TL5T, you have an FL/FL2/FL3 generation and you need code 261360.

What material is it made of? And what color?
It is made of plastic, in grey – some catalogs refer to it as "dark grey," but it's the same standard color. Being plastic, it doesn't rust, which is a typical flaw of sheet metal reproductions.

Can I paint it?
Yes. If your Ape has a different livery than grey, the part can be prepared and painted. Doing it before installation is much more convenient.

Is it suitable for my Ape TM or Europa?
Some retailers also list it for those versions from the same period, but this information is not found in the Piaggio catalog. Send us your chassis code and we will verify before you order. For the Ape TM 703, the mudguard is a different code, 565799.

Are screws included?
No, the package only contains the mudguard. Screws, brackets, and bolts must be salvaged from the old part or purchased separately – and for a forty-year-old vehicle, the latter is almost always advisable.

Is it an original Piaggio part or a reproduction?
It is an original Piaggio spare part, code 184601. For vintage Ape 50 models, reproduced mudguards are available, often in sheet metal, which cite this code as a reference: this is the genuine Piaggio part, made of plastic, with the standard shape and attachment points.