Piaggio 497042 Right or Left Brake Lever – Vespa GTS, Liberty, Fly, Runner 2005-2024

The original Piaggio 497042 brake lever is the replacement part used on virtually the entire Piaggio Group scooter range from 2005 to the present: Vespa GTS, GTV, LX, S, Primavera and Sprint, Piaggio Liberty, Fly, Medley, NRG Power and Typhoon, Gilera Runner and Storm, and Scarabeo. It is a reversible lever: the same one fits both the right and left sides, so you don't have to guess the side. Made of chrome-plated aluminum, 78 grams. 🔴 A detail to check before ordering: this is the lever for the HENG TONG brake master cylinder — explained below. New spare part, never installed, shipped by Moon Bike S.r.l. — Cercola (NA).

✓ Highlights

• One single lever for both sides – part number 497042 is designated for right or left: no risk of ordering the wrong part
• Original Piaggio part number – identical to the one factory-fitted, not a universal third-party lever
• Extensive compatibility – over 200 versions across Vespa, Piaggio, Gilera and Scarabeo from 2005 to 2024
• Chrome-plated aluminum, 78 g – lightweight and rigid, it does not flex under braking like Zamak copies
• The typical replacement part for drops – after a slide in the parking lot, the bent lever can be replaced in five minutes
• New product, never installed · shipping from Italy

Technical features

Vehicle compatibility

List taken from the official Piaggio spare parts catalog (B2B). Versions are grouped by family: if your specific trim is not listed by name, send us your VIN (chassis number) and we will verify it for you before shipping.

Who is it perfect for?

It is the replacement part needed after a standstill drop or an impact in a parking lot: the lever bends or breaks at the tip; the brake continues to function, but the grip is uncomfortable and it will be flagged during inspections. It is also the part sought by mechanics and rental companies, because with a single part number they cover the entire fleet — Vespa, Liberty, Fly, Medley, Runner — without having to distinguish between right and left in stock. And it is perfect for those who are refurbishing a ten or fifteen-year-old scooter: a new chrome-plated lever changes the feel of the handlebar more than one would expect.

Frequently asked questions

Is it the right or the left lever?
Both. Piaggio part number 497042 is indicated as a right or left brake lever: it is the same part for both sides. If you need both, order a quantity of 2.

What does "for Heng Tong master cylinder" mean?
Heng Tong is the manufacturer of the master cylinders fitted by the Piaggio Group on almost all of its scooters. The name is stamped on the master cylinder body, near the fluid reservoir: check there before ordering, because the lever will not fit on master cylinders from other brands.

Does it fit my Vespa GTS 300?
Yes: the table covers the GTS 300, GTS 300 Super, HPE, and Touring from 2008 to 2024. It also applies to the GTS 125, 150, and 250, the GTV 300, and the Primavera, Sprint, LX, and S models.

What material is it made of?
Aluminum with a chrome finish, 78 grams. It is the same as the stock lever: stiffer than cheap alloy copies, which flex under firm braking.

Are special tools required for installation?
No. You unscrew the pivot nut, slide out the old lever, and mount the new one: two wrenches and five minutes are enough. The brake system does not need to be opened, so bleeding is not necessary.

How long does it take to arrive?
The item is in stock and ships from Italy. You will receive the tracking code as soon as the package departs.