Does anyone know how to access the base of the gear stick? I need to lubricate it a bit because it’s creaking, but I’ve no idea how to open it without breaking everything…

Thanks.

Usually it's case of getting a plastic tool and levering up the the gear lever shroud base, screwdriver can be used if you are careful not to scratch or otherwise damage the base or where it fits into. You can use purpose made car trim tools or I use an old kitchen spatula for many jobs like this. Usually as you run the tool along you will feel where the holding lugs are to gently ease inwards and up, once you have two or three sides released the base will lift out giving you access.

There will be videos on the internet where this will be shown, perhaps not on a Scala but the principles remain the same.

To lubricate, WD-40 Multi-Use is not a long lasting lubricant, I recommend GT85 as it is a good longer lasting lubricant, a good penetrating/releasing fluid too, has PTFE (instead of silicone) and smells nice. It may be available in Italy as it is also made by WD-40 Company but I do not know. - https://gt85.co.uk/

Try spraying one small area at a time and test the gear lever movement for creaks to confirm where the creak is, and if it is the gear lever causing the creaking.

Good luck.

Thanks @nta16, much appreciated. I’ll try to find one of those videos. I’d like to get a good look at what to expect first, as the last thing I want is to snap one of those clips.