Vespa GTS

Piaggio Vespa GTS is the manufacturer which markets its classic product line under the brand name Vespa is a scooter.

Model history

Inspired by the success of the Vespa ET brought Piaggio Vespa GT 2003, and by that took a departure from the previous design principles such as air-cooled two-stroke engines, foot brake and transmission, for example, the Vespa PX and the Vespa Cosa lent their identity. In addition to designing remembered only the body of sheet steel to the elapsed time. Initially considered critical, the vehicles but convinced by high suitability for everyday use and good quality. Were offered the models Vespa GT 125 and Vespa GT 200, also referred to with an L or an attached Gran Turismo were called and technically resorted to modern components from the Piaggio Group. In 2004, the ring-shaped rear light was the first facelift to be replaced with a continuous red and improves exhaust emissions of the engine through measures in the exhaust tract.

With a slightly different look and a 244 cc glass injection engine, the Vespa GTS was released in 2005 initially as a Vespa GTS 250 ie, which was offered as an option with ABS, and a year later, the Vespa GTS 125 Apart from modified engines, the Vespa GTS differs from Vespa GT. by a second, integrated into the cascade parking light, a fin on the front fenders, a chrome luggage rack, another bench and another by a back light The Vespa GTS 250 i.e. additionally has a digital instrument display. Received the 2006 Vespa GTS 250 i.e. give the title of the magazine motorcycle "Bike of the Year " in the category Scooter.

2008, the Vespa GTS 300 i.e. Super a 278 cc big engine introduced with these models also the visual appearance has been changed: Rims painted black, cascade with kantigerem design and without side lights, darkened headlights and analog valves, supplied without luggage rack and the bench with a white piping. Since 2009, this model is also available with a 124 cc glass injection engine as Vespa GTS 125 ie Super offered. Since 2012 there is the 278 cc, engine in the Vespa GTS 300 ie, the design of a Vespa GTS 250 ie is similar, but has an analogue instrument display.

2014 models are optically retouched again and have a built- in indicator remains lit. In addition, an ABS is optional.

Special models

Appear regularly models in particular colors and slightly different features, but on the known technical basis. For example, has the model Vespa GTS 300 i.e. Touring front and rear a chrome luggage rack or model Vespa GTS 300 ie Super Sport a sport seat and partially a matt finish.

Anniversary model GTV

On the 60th anniversary of the company in 2006, Piaggio Vespa GTV 250 ie brought the out that on the Vespa GTS 250 i.e. based. Significant differences in design, the mounted on the fender headlight demonstrate how it was at the time running the first models in 1947, and with two separate leather covered saddles instead of a bench seat ( abroad, for instance in England partly not covered with leather ). Later, other models have been described, which correspond to the respective models GTS engine and technology. Also from the Vespa GTV there are special models like the Vespa GTV 300 ie Via Monte Napoleone ' or the Vespa GTV 300 i.e. Vie della Moda.

Special model GT60

In addition to the Vespa GTV there was the 60th anniversary of the Vespa GT60 in a limited edition of 999 pieces. In construction they corresponded to the GTV, but had some different details: They existed only in a uni gray ( color code 786 / A), which corresponded to the first prototypes of Piaggio. Furthermore, the Vespa GT60 has a black genuine leather seat and chrome rims. For this, the buyer received a leather box with the following content: from Numbered plaque with the initials of the buyer to stick on your scooter, an additional silver plaque, a special edition of the book "Vespa, Italian style for the world ", a key chain made of leather, a document bag Leather, a satin cover, an autographed sketch of the Vespa GT60 and an extensive prospectus. The Vespa GT60 never appeared in the official price lists of Piaggio and was about to 10.000, - Euro. Erroneously, the color code of the GT60 is sometimes given as 780 / A, because the scooter shipped with this color code sticker. Here Piaggio is obviously a mistake. The Color 780 / A is Grigio Avio and was only available for the GTV. The prospectus for the GT60, the color was referred to by the code 725, but # 786 / A is listed in the parts catalog.

Model Overview

All current models have a 1 -cylinder 4-stroke 4-valve engine according to Euro 3 standard with liquid cooling, a continuously variable automatic transmission with torque support and centrifugal clutch, a chassis with 12-inch wheels and two disc brakes and have thus however, modern technology, have a steel body and the design language of the 1950s, which gives them a unique character.

A The values are taken from the manuals, the website and the magazine http://www.engines.piaggio.com/ SCOOTER & Sports b These models are also referred to as GT 125 GT 200 L or L or as Gran Turismo. c By early 2007, the new engine M315M in the body of the GT 125 L was installed. d As of 2006, were installed engine variants with improved emission characteristics and thus slightly worse performance values. e At this frame number which was built until 2009 models with ABS are recognizable. f These determined on the test bench values include losses by ancillaries (alternator, water pump ...) and the variator. g assumptions: vario rolls entirely outside circumference of the rear tire: 153cm h This roller weights use the tolerances so strong that the belt rubbing against the oil pan gasket and can overheat them. Can i depending on the weight of the driver, driving styles and vary depending on the specified tags. j These values result from the predominance of the speedometer. k combined consumption, unleaded, 95 octane ( Euro Super). l If the odometer readings in brackets by the workshop only one filling the engine oil is usually required

Dimensions

Length: 1,940 mm
Width: 755 mm
Height (with mirrors): 1740 mm
Height (excl. mirrors ): 1170 mm
Wheelbase: 1,395 mm
Seat Height: 790 mm
Net weight: 150 kg / - 10 kg
Permissible total weight: 340 kg

Colors

Besides basic colors, which usually last for several model years, vehicles regularly appear in special colors which are only available for one season. Special models such as the Supersport and the GTV also appear in other colors, and it also gives colors here that are offered over several years and colors, which are only offered one season long.

Price and value

1 According to the official website, accessed on February 14, 2014 2 in euro (1 EUR = 1.22 CHF - Course dated February 14, 2014) 3 In Austria, there are so-called special prices

In Italy, Spain or France Vespas are more everyday cars and compete on price with vehicles from Japan, Taiwan or South Korea. In German-speaking Vespas are often seen as an expression of a lifestyle and are subject to a different pricing, particularly in Austria, the list prices are outrageously high. This fact make some traders profit by purchase vehicles from southern Europe to favorable conditions and import it into the German-speaking area, and then pass these savings on to their customers. Such imported vehicles also benefit from the provisions of the European guarantee scheme of Piaggio & CSpA, which apply in all European countries with a Piaggio sales and service network, provided that the model in the target country is officially available. The vehicle must be included in the register of the respective country but.

Since a Vespa GTS gets its value well, the prices of used vehicles are higher than comparable vehicles from Japan, Taiwan or South Korea.

Susceptibility to rust

The Vespa GTS is a production design basis, which was already originally designed to be a mid- range cost. From such a product can be expected under the circumstances simply a level of quality and durability, through which a higher risk for Verrostungen is accepted. Chance sue owners of vehicles over white visible damage caused by rust - particularly affected are vehicles built from 2008 to be.

Boom 2008

After the sale of the Vespa GT had started rather slow in 2003, the sales increased with the appearance of the Vespa GTS 250 ie In 2008, however, boomed the sales of Vespas and since then the sales numbers are in the German-speaking area at a fairly high level, which is the business with old pre-owned revived strong.

Driver's license

To be allowed to drive a Vespa GTS with a displacement of 125cm3, the A1 license is required. In Austria you can ride a motorcycle with 125cm3 also with the B license if you graduated in the driving school a six-hour driver training (without testing). In Switzerland, there is a simplified access to class A1, if one has the class B: There are only 8 motorcycle driving hours without checking necessary and in addition you get the class A1. In Germany you can take the driving license of category 3 or 4 a Vespa with a cylinder capacity 125cm3, provided that the authorization before 1 April 1980 it was acquired.

For a Vespa GTS with an engine capacity of over 125cm3 but the A2 license or A is always required. Unless a driver's license of the old class 4 was purchased before 1 December 1954. This principle entitled to lead Bikes ≤ 250cm3.

Accessories

There are a wide range of parts like wheels, luggage rack, top case, crash frame, etc. to the functionality of the Vespa GTS adapt to your own needs. Discs / Windscreens reduce wind pressure, topcases increase the transport capacity and camber frames offer a bull bar.

Tire

Tire brand Michelin and Heidenau be gladly taken, as well as tires from Schwalbe and Metzeler. The partially fitted as standard tires from Sava, however, reveal weaknesses in curves and at the mileage.

Tuning

There are several alternative exhausts which change the sound of the engine. In addition, changes in the variator are popular to increase the acceleration. With changes to the engine capacity to use the vehicle goes out, yet they are sometimes made to increase performance. A useful measure is the installation of a short wind shield ( screen) in order to improve the aerodynamics.

Gallery

Vespa GTS 250 i.e.

Vespa GTS 300 Super

Vespa GTS 250 i.e.

Vespa GTS 300 Super

Vespa GT60

Vespa GT 200, front

Vespa GT 200, laterally

Vespa GTS 250 i.e.

Vespa GTV 250 i.e.

Vespa GTS 250 i.e. in yellow

Grand tourer Motorcycle accessories#Trunk Schwalbe (tire manufacturer) Goodyear Dunlop Sava Tires Exhaust system Vespa LX 150 Vespa T5

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