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2008Vespa GTV 125

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The 2008 Vespa GTV 125 is a retro-styled Vespa with its headlight mounted on the front mudguard. Its 124cc single makes 11.5 Nm through a belt-drive automatic, for a top speed of about 102 km/h. A 790 mm seat, 144 kg wet weight and 10-litre tank suit commuting.

Capacity
124.0 ccm
Engine
Single
Gearbox
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Dry weight
138.0 kg
Seat height
790 mm
Power
15.0 HP (11.0 kW)
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Other years 2007 2008 2009

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 34Agility 77Comfort 60Off-road 5Touring 30Road manners 65
Off-road & trail5%
Cornering55%
City riding92%
Daily riding85%
Touring30%
Two-up45%
Track10%
Best for
Designed primarily as a stylish urban commuter for short to medium city trips rather than performance riding.
Built for
A classic, retro-styled Vespa with a premium feel, prioritizing charm and practicality over outright speed.
Not ideal for
Not a good fit for riders wanting highway touring capability, off-road use, or strong acceleration.

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 2008 Vespa GTV 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
15.0 HP (11.0 kW)
Torque
11.5 Nm (1.2 kgf-m)
Engine type
Single
Power/weight ratio
0.1087 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
57.0 x 48.6 mm
Cooling system
Air
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Electric & kick
Ignition
Electronic by capacitive discharge (CDI)
Valves per cylinder
4
Lubrication system
Wet sump, chain-driven lobe pump, filtration during aspiration and discharge
Transmission
Transmission type
Automatic
Final drive
Belt
Clutch
Dry automatic centrifugal type
Performance
Top speed
102.0 km/h (63.4 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Overall length
1940 mm
Overall width
770 mm
Overall height
1395 mm
Seat height
790 mm
Dry weight
138.0 kg
Wet weight
144.0 kg
Fuel capacity
10.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Pressed sheet metal frame with welded reinforcements
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Front brakes diameter
220 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes diameter
220 mm
Front tyre
110/70-11
Rear tyre
120/70-10

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 200720082009
Capacity 124 cc 124 cc 125 cc
Dry weight 138 kg 138 kg 138 kg
Seat height 790 mm 790 mm 790 mm
Fuel capacity 10 L 10 L 10 L

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 GTV 125?

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

What engine power does the Vespa GTV 125 have?

The 2008 Vespa GTV 125 has a Power of 15.0 HP (11.0 kW).

What is the torque of the Vespa GTV 125?

The 2008 Vespa GTV 125 has a Torque of 11.5 Nm (1.2 kgf-m or 8.5 ft.lbs).

How much does the Vespa GTV 125 weigh?

The 2008 Vespa GTV 125 has a Dry weight of 138.0 kg (304.2 pounds).

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