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Schwandorf: Motor scooter catches fire – 10,000 euros in damage!
During repair work in Schwandorf, a scooter catches fire, causing 10,000 euros worth of damage and minor injuries.
Schwandorf: Motor scooter catches fire – 10,000 euros in damage!
On Saturday, November 16, 2025, a dramatic incident occurred in Schwandorf when a fire ignited during repair work on a motor scooter. At 1:20 p.m., passers-by noticed heavy smoke coming from a garden shed, which led to the fire department being alerted. [Oberpfalzecho](https://www.oberpfalzecho.de/teil/stichflamme-bei-schraubarbeiter-10-000-euro- Schaden-in-schwandorf) reports that the Schwandorf fire department was on site with 35 emergency services to fight the fire.
The fire was caused by a crack in the fuel hose that occurred during the screwing work. As a result, the petrol ignited and led to a flash fire that severely damaged the garden shed and the scooter. A 31-year-old man who was working on the scooter suffered minor injuries and was immediately taken to a local hospital.
High property damage caused by the fire
The fire brigade was able to quickly bring the fire under control, but the damage caused is estimated to be around 10,000 euros, as the news portal further reports. The scooter and the garden shed were significantly damaged by the flames, requiring extensive repairs. An incident like this once again highlights the dangers that can lurk when repairing scooters, especially if the fuel system is affected.
In online discussions, for example in the China Motor Scooter Forum, the importance of regular maintenance and inspection of the fuel lines is repeatedly pointed out. Users like “Matthias”, who owns a Flextech Firenze 50, report similar problems with petrol leaks and are looking for creative solutions to avoid such accidents.
The discussions in the forum also revolve around tips for handling old fuel hoses. Here, the moderator advises replacing the fuel line from the tank and checking the tap to prevent potential dangers. Rare problems can, as in Matthias' case, arise from inadequate maintenance and technical defects.
Summary and outlook
The incident in Schwandorf underlines how important safety-conscious work is when repairing vehicles. Even though technical defects like the leak mentioned by “Matthias” affect many scooter owners, they can sometimes represent a risk that should not be underestimated. It is hoped that such incidents will raise awareness of the necessary safety precautions.