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2016Vespa GTS 300

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The 2016 Vespa GTS 300 is a stylish modern scooter ideal for urban commuters and leisure riders seeking retro Italian design with contemporary performance. Powered by a 300cc engine producing 22.3 Nm of torque, it combines nimble handling with comfortable ergonomics, making it best suited for city navigation and casual weekend riding rather than highway touring.

Capacity
278.0 ccm
Engine
Single, four-stroke
Gearbox
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Dry weight
158.0 kg
Seat height
790 mm
Power
21.1 HP (15.4 kW) @ 7750 RPM

What’s new for the 2016 Vespa GTS 300

vs the 2015
Spec20152016
Front brakes Single disc. ABS Single disc. ABS. Hydraulic.
Rear brakes Single disc. ABS Single disc. ABS. Hydraulic.
Other years 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 27Agility 67Comfort 62Off-road 5Touring 30Road manners 70
Off-road & trail5%
Cornering45%
City riding95%
Daily riding90%
Touring30%
Two-up65%
Track3%
Best for
Built for urban commuting and errands, weaving through city traffic with underseat storage and easy parking. Occasional light touring.
Built for
The iconic Italian scooter: stylish, refined and practical. Liquid-cooled HPE single delivers smooth, punchy town performance with real flair.
Not ideal for
Not for highway touring, track days, off-road use, or riders craving high-speed thrills and outright power.

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 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2016 Vespa GTS 300, with a moderate knee angle of around 105 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
278.0 ccm
Power
21.1 HP (15.4 kW) @ 7750 RPM
CO2 Emissions
78 CO2 g/km
Torque
22.3 Nm (2.3 kgf-m) @ 5000 RPM
Engine type
Single, four-stroke
Fuel consumption
3.40 litres/100 km (29.4 km/l)
Power/weight ratio
0.1335 HP/kg
Bore x stroke
75.0 x 63.0 mm
Compression
9.9:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Injection
Starting
Electric
Ignition
CDI
Valves per cylinder
4
Lubrication system
Wet sump, chain-driven lobe pump
Transmission
Transmission type
Automatic
Final drive
Belt
Clutch
Automatic dry centrifugal clutch with vibration dampers
Performance
Top speed
128.8 km/h (80.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1369 mm
Overall length
1928 mm
Overall width
754 mm
Overall height
1375 mm
Seat height
790 mm
Dry weight
158.0 kg
Fuel capacity
9.10 litres
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Load-bearing sheet steel chassis
Front suspension
Single arm, dual chamber hydraulic shock absorber with coaxial spring
Rear suspension
Two dual effect shock absorbers with adjustable preload
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc. ABS. Hydraulic.
Front brakes diameter
220 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc. ABS. Hydraulic.
Rear brakes diameter
220 mm
ABS
Yes
Front tyre
120/70-12
Rear tyre
130/70-12
Other
Color options
Blue, Grey
Warranty
24

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 201120152016201920222026
Capacity 278.00 ccm (16.96 cubic inches) 278.0 ccm (16.96 cubic inches) 278.0 ccm (16.96 cubic inches)
Dry weight 158.0 kg (348.3 pounds) 158.0 kg (348.3 pounds) 158.0 kg (348.3 pounds) 158.0 kg (348.3 pounds) 158.0 kg (348.3 pounds) 158.0 kg (348.3 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 9.20 litres (2.43 gallons) 9.08 litres (2.40 gallons) 9.08 litres (2.40 gallons) 9.08 litres (2.40 gallons) 8.50 litres (2.25 US gallons) 8.50 litres (2.25 US gallons)
Color options Black, Gray, Bronze, Midnight Blue, Dragon Red Midnight Blue, Bronze Blue, Grey Dark Blue, Blue, Light Blue, Grey, Beige Dark Blue, Light Green, Grey, Orange Beige, light 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 300?

The 2016 Vespa GTS 300 has a Capacity of 278.0 ccm (16.96 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Vespa GTS 300 have?

The 2016 Vespa GTS 300 has a Power of 21.1 HP (15.4 kW) @ 7750 RPM.

What is the torque of the Vespa GTS 300?

The 2016 Vespa GTS 300 has a Torque of 22.3 Nm (2.3 kgf-m or 16.4 ft.lbs) @ 5000 RPM.

How much does the Vespa GTS 300 weigh?

The 2016 Vespa GTS 300 has a Dry weight of 158.0 kg (348.3 pounds).

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