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2008Vespa GTS 125

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The 2008 Vespa GTS 125 is an iconic scooter ideal for urban commuters and retro enthusiasts seeking stylish, fuel-efficient city transportation. Its liquid-cooled 124cc engine delivers reliable performance with electric starting convenience. Known for timeless Italian design and nimble handling, it remains a popular choice for practical, characterful daily riding.

Capacity
124.0 ccm
Engine
Single single, four-stroke
Gearbox
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Dry weight
144.0 kg
Seat height
790 mm
Power
14.3 HP

What’s new for the 2008 Vespa GTS 125

vs the 2007
Spec20072008
Engine capacity 124.00 ccm (7.57 cubic inches) 124.0 ccm (7.57 cubic inches)
Power 15.0 HP (estimated - EU/UK A1-licence power-restricted range, ~11kW cap) 14.3 HP
Torque 12.0 Nm (1.2 kgf-m or 8.9 ft.lbs)
Top speed 104.6 km/h (65.0 mph)
Fuel capacity 10.00 litres (2.64 gallons) 9.20 litres (2.43 US gallons)
Gearbox Automatic not listed
Front brakes Single disc
Rear brakes Single disc
Other years 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 9Agility 49Comfort 72Off-road 5Touring 40Road manners 68
Off-road & trail5%
Cornering45%
City riding92%
Daily riding88%
Touring35%
Two-up55%
Track5%
Best for
Built primarily for urban commuting and short suburban trips rather than speed or distance.
Built for
A refined, premium-feeling city scooter that favours smooth, composed everyday usability over sportiness or outright performance.
Not ideal for
Not suited to highway touring, motorway overtaking, or any rider seeking strong acceleration or long-distance high-speed comfort.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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At 790mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2008 Vespa GTS 125, with a moderate knee angle of around 100 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
124.0 ccm
Power
14.3 HP
Torque
12.0 Nm (1.2 kgf-m)
Engine type
Single single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.0993 HP/kg
Bore x stroke
52.0 x 58.7 mm
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Electric
Valves per cylinder
4
Transmission
Transmission type
Automatic
Final drive
Belt
Clutch
Automatic dry centrifugal with shock absorbers
Performance
Top speed
104.6 km/h (65.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Seat height
790 mm
Dry weight
144.0 kg
Fuel capacity
9.20 litres
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Front brakes diameter
220 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes diameter
220 mm
Front tyre
120/70-12
Rear tyre
130/70-12
Other
Color options
Silver, red, black, blue, yellow available in some countries.

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted
Specification 200720082011201620202024
Capacity 124.00 ccm (7.57 cubic inches) 124.00 ccm (7.57 cubic inches) 124.00 ccm (7.57 cubic inches) 124.00 ccm (7.57 cubic inches) 124.00 ccm (7.57 cubic inches) 124.0 ccm (7.57 cubic inches)
Dry weight 144.0 kg (317.5 pounds) 144.0 kg (317.5 pounds) 145.0 kg (319.7 pounds) 145.0 kg (319.7 pounds) 160.0 kg (352.7 pounds) 160.0 kg (352.7 pounds)
Seat height 790 mm (31.1 inches) 790 mm (31.1 inches) 790 mm (31.1 inches) 790 mm (31.1 inches) 790 mm (31.1 inches) 790 mm (31.1 inches)
Fuel capacity 10.00 litres (2.64 gallons) 9.20 litres (2.43 gallons) 10.00 litres (2.64 gallons) 10.00 litres (2.64 gallons) 9.50 litres (2.51 gallons) 7.00 litres (1.85 US gallons)
Color options Silver, Black, Yellow, Blue Silver, red, black, blue, yellow available in some countries. Marrone Terra Di Toscana, Bronzo Perseo, Nero Vulcano, Blu Midnight Marrone Terra Di Toscana, Bronzo Perseo, Nero Vulcano, Blu Midnight Dark red Beige, green, black

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Vespa GTS 125?

The 2008 Vespa GTS 125 has a Capacity of 124.0 ccm (7.57 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Vespa GTS 125 have?

The 2008 Vespa GTS 125 has a Power of 14.3 HP.

What is the torque of the Vespa GTS 125?

The 2008 Vespa GTS 125 has a Torque of 12.0 Nm (1.2 kgf-m or 8.9 ft.lbs).

How much does the Vespa GTS 125 weigh?

The 2008 Vespa GTS 125 has a Dry weight of 144.0 kg (317.5 pounds).

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