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VESPA GTS 300 IE 2009 - 2012

VESPA GTS 300 IE 2009 - 2012
VESPA GTS 300 IE 2009 - 2012 · Photo: Thunderbird, Vespaforum.de, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
Spec sheet
MODELVESPA GTS 300 IE 2009 - 2012
Year2009 - 2012
Engine TypeFour-stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, 4 valve
Displacement / Capacity278 cc / 18.2 cu in
Bore X Stroke75 x 63 mm
Compression Ratio—
Cooling SystemLiquid cooled
Max Power15.8 kW / 21.5 hp @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque22.3 Nm / 16.45 ft-lb @ 5250 rpm
IgnitionElectric
InductionElectronic fuel injection
Start SystemElectric
TRANSMISSION SPECS
LubricationWet sump, chain-driven oil pump
Gear BoxCVT with torque server
ClutchAutomatic dry centrifugal with damper buffers
Final DriveBelt
CHASSIS SPECS
FrameSheet metal body with welded reinforcements
Front SuspensionSingle arm, dual-chamber hydraulic shock with coaxial spring
Rear SuspensionTwo dual-effect shocks, adjustable preload
Front BrakesSingle 220 mm disc
Rear BrakesSingle 220 mm disc
DIMENSION SPECS
Overall Length1930 mm / 75.9 in
Overall Width755 mm / 29.7 in
Overall Height—
Seat Height790 mm / 31.1 in
Wheelbase1370 mm / 53.9 in
Ground Clearance—
Dry Weight158 kg / 348 lb
Wet Weight—
WHEEL SPECS
Front Tyre110/70-R12
Rear Tyre130/70-R12
FUEL SYSTEM
Fuel Capacity9.2 Litres / 2.4 US gal
Fuel Consumption—
Top Speed—
Vespa file

The GTS 300 ie raised the large-frame Vespa to a 278 cc injected engine, keeping the steel monocoque and classic styling with 12-inch alloy wheels and disc brakes front and rear. A US road test found it strong around town and on the freeway, with quick steering but a slightly jouncy front end.