Vespa GTV 300 i.e.: history, specs, pictures
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| Vespa GTV 300 i.e. | |
| Manufacturer | |
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| Production | 2013 - 2014 |
| Class | Scooter |
| Engine | liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, single cylinder, 4 valve |
| Bore / Stroke | 71.1mm x 71.1mm |
| Horsepower | 21.99 HP (16.4 KW) @ 8250RPM |
| Torque | 14.75 ft/lbs (20.0 Nm) @ 6500RPM |
| Fuel System | EFI |
| Transmission | Gear box: CVT Clutch: dry, centrifugal, automatic |
| Suspension | Front: single arm, dual-chamber hydraulic shock absorber with co-axial spring Rear: two dual-effect shock absorbers with adjustable preload |
| Brakes | Front: 220 mm disc Rear: 220 mm disc |
| Front Tire | 120 / 70-12in |
| Rear Tire | 130/70-12in |
| Wheelbase | 54.88 inches (1394 mm) |
| Length | 76.42 inches (1941 mm) |
| Width | 29.69 inches (754 mm) |
| Seat Height | 31.1 inches (790 mm) |
| Weight | 148.0 kg (wet) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Vespa GTV 300 i.e. was a liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, single cylinder, 4 valve scooter produced by Vespa between 2013 and 2014. Max torque was 14.75 ft/lbs (20.0 Nm) @ 6500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 21.99 HP (16.4 KW) @ 8250 RPM.
Engine[edit | edit source]
A 71.1mm bore x 71.1mm stroke result in a displacement of just 278.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a CVT transmission. Power was moderated via the dry, centrifugal, automatic.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 120 / 70-12in front tire and a 130/70-12in rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 220 mm disc in the front and a 220 mm disc in the rear. The front suspension was a single arm, dual-chamber hydraulic shock absorber with co-axial spring while the rear was equipped with a two dual-effect shock absorbers with adjustable preload. The wheelbase was 54.88 inches (1394 mm) long.
2013 Vespa GTV 300 i.e.[edit | edit source]
The 2013 MY Vespa GTV 300 i.e. sports a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 278cc, single cylinder Quasar engine paired to a continuous variable transmission, and produces 22 horsepower and 22 Nm of torque. As all the models from the GTV series, its design is based on its forefathers from the 50's and 60's, and the most defining feature is the headlight which has been mounted on the front mudguard. In addition, it comes with a front and rear luggage rack, as well as a dual seat and small windscreen, which improve its long haul capabilities.
2014 Vespa GTV 300 i.e.[edit | edit source]
The 2014 MY Vespa GTV 300 i.e. can be purchased only by American or Canadian customers, and comes with a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 278cc, single cylinder engine mated to a continuous variable transmission, and can produce 22 horsepower and 22 Nm of torque. It addresses the more nostalgic among Vespa fans, its design being inspired from the 50's and 60's scooters from the Italian brand, and has retro features such as the front mudguard-mounted headlamp.