Vespa GTS300: history, specs, pictures
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| Vespa GTS300 | |
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| Also called | GTS300 Super Sport SE, GTS 300 Super Sport SE, GTS300IE Super, GTS 300 IE Super, GTS300IE, GTS 300 IE, GTS300ie Touring, GTS 300ie Touring, GTS SuperSport, GTS300 Super Sport, GTS 300 Super Sport, GTS300 Super, GTS 300 Super, GTS 300, GTS300 SuperSport, GTS 300 SuperSport, GTS Touring 300, GTS Super 300, GTS SuperTech |
| Production | 2009 - 2019 |
| Class | Scooter |
| Engine | single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 75.0mm x 63.0mm |
| Top Speed | 80 mph (128 km/h) |
| Horsepower | 20.65 HP (15.4 KW) @ 7750RPM |
| Torque | 16.23 ft/lbs (22.0 Nm) @ 5000RPM |
| Fuel System | injection. port injection |
| Ignition | cdi |
| Transmission | Gear box: automatic Final Drive: belt |
| Suspension | Front: single arm, dual chamber hydraulic shock absorber with coaxial spring Rear: two dual effect shock absorbers with adjustable preload |
| Brakes | Front: single disc. abs. hydraulic. Rear: single disc. abs. hydraulic. |
| Front Tire | 120/70-12 |
| Rear Tire | 130/70-12 |
| Wheelbase | 54.13 inches (1375 mm) |
| Length | 76.77 inches (1950 mm) |
| Width | 29.72 inches (755 mm) |
| Height | 28.74 inches (730 mm) |
| Seat Height | 31.1 inches (790 mm) |
| Weight | 348.33 pounds (158.0 Kg) (dry), 148.0 kg (wet) |
| Fuel Capacity | 2.25 Gallon (8.50 Liters) |
| Fuel Consumption | 2.94 liters/100 km (34.0 km/l or 80.01 mpg) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Vespa GTS300 SuperSport was a single cylinder, four-stroke scooter produced by Vespa between 2009 and 2019. It could reach a top speed of 80 mph (128 km/h). Max torque was 16.23 ft/lbs (22.0 Nm) @ 5000 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 20.65 HP (15.4 KW) @ 7750 RPM.
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a liquid cooled single cylinder, four-stroke. A 75.0mm bore x 63.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 278.3 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a single overhead cams (sohc).
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a automatic transmission. Power was moderated via the automatic dry centrifugal clutch with vibration dampers.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 120/70-12 front tire and a 130/70-12 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc. abs. hydraulic. in the front and a single disc. abs. hydraulic. in the rear. The front suspension was a single arm, dual chamber hydraulic shock absorber with coaxial spring while the rear was equipped with a two dual effect shock absorbers with adjustable preload. The GTS300 SuperSport was fitted with a 2.25 Gallon (8.50 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 348.33 pounds (158.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 54.13 inches (1375 mm) long.
2009 Vespa GTS 300 Super[edit | edit source]
The 2009 Vespa GTS 300 Super has the largest displacement engine ever to be built by the Italian engineers, a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 278cc, single cylinder lump paired to a continuously variable transmission, and can produce 22 horsepower and 22 Nm of torque. It comes standard with a two-up seat, and passenger grab handles, which mean it can be enjoyed even two up. In addition, it can be customized to fit the rider's needs, thanks to a wide variety of accessories, such as the high windscreen, an electronic alarm, a footrest mat, a front mudguard protector, an anti-theft device or the vehicle cover.
2010 Vespa GTS 300 Super[edit | edit source]
Unlike the base GTS 300, the 2010 MY Vespa GTS 300 Super has a number of visual touches that significantly increase its desirability, such as the chromed accents on the front shield, the blacked pinstripe surrounding the headlamp, as well as the black accents on the wheels and the gray stitching on the spacious dual seat.
In all other departments, it shares the same innards, technologies and parts as the base GTS 300, such as the powerful (in the scooter world), liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 278cc, single cylinder Quasar engine.
2010 Vespa GTS 300[edit | edit source]
The 2010 MY Vespa GTS 300 is one of the most powerful scooters from the Italian engineers. At its heart lies a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 278cc, single cylinder Quasar engine mated to a continuous variable transmission, and can produce 22 horsepower and 22 Nm of torque. In addition, it has electronic fuel injection which makes for more power, as well as reduced fuel consumption, increasing its gas mileage to 65-70 mpg. Visually, it has the unmistakable Vespa design and feel, and is sure to turn heads no matter where one rides it.
2011 Vespa GTS 300 Super[edit | edit source]
The 2011 MY Vespa GTS 300 Super comes standard with a number of visual improvements that seriously increase its desirability, such as chrome embellishments on the front shield and the passenger grap rails, a black pinstripe on the headlight, and black-finished alloy wheels, as well as grey stitching which offers a nice contrast to the black dual seat.
At its heart lies a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 278cc, single cylinder Quasar lump mated to a continuous variable transmission, and produces 22 horsepower and 22 Nm of torque.
2011 Vespa GTS 300[edit | edit source]
The 2011 MY Vespa GTS 300 has one of the biggest displacements ever to be found on a Vespa, making it one of the most powerful machines from the Italian brand. At its heart lies a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 278cc, single cylinder Quasar engine mated to a continuous variable transmission, and can produce 22 horsepower and 22 Nm of torque. In addition, it comes standard with 12" alloy wheels, which not only lower its unsprung weight, making for a more agile machine, but also increases the overall stability of this two-wheeler. The luggage rack, dual seat and the under-seat storage compartment make it suitable for longer rides, even outside the city.
2012 Vespa GTS 300 Super Sport[edit | edit source]
The 2012 MY Vespa GTS 300 Super Sport has been designed as a limited edition two-wheeler addressed to Vespa fans who want the best performance possible out of their machine, without sacrificing the trademark Italian design and craftsmanship. At its heart lies a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 278cc, single cylinder Quasar engine mated to a continuous variable transmission, and can produce 22 horsepower and 22 Nm of torque. It has a sportier look, with special graphics, a sport saddle, as well as a large grille with horizontal slots on the front shield. In addition, all the models have special "Super Sport" badges that further distinguish this machine from the base model.