Scooters

2012Vespa GTS 300 Super

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The 2012 Vespa GTS 300 Super is a retro-styled scooter designed for urban commuters and leisure riders seeking classic Italian charm with modern reliability. Powered by a 278cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine producing 21 horsepower, it delivers smooth acceleration and a top speed of 129 km/h. Best known for its timeless Vespa heritage, comfortable ride quality, and fuel-efficient performance, it remains an iconic choice for style-conscious scooter enthusiasts.

Capacity: 278.0 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: Not on record
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Dry weight: 148.0 kg
Seat height: 790 mm
Power: 21.2 HP (15.6 kW)

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What’s new for the 2012 Vespa GTS 300 Super

vs the 2011

Spec	2011	2012
Power	23.6 HP (17.4 kW)	21.2 HP (15.6 kW)

Other years 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering60%

City riding92%

Daily riding88%

Touring55%

Two-up65%

Track10%

Best for: Designed primarily as a nimble, efficient urban commuter that can also handle occasional longer rides on secondary roads.
Built for: A refined, premium scooter that blends classic Vespa style with genuinely capable performance for city and suburban riding.
Not ideal for: Not suited for riders seeking highway-speed touring comfort, off-road capability, or outright sporty performance.

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

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Units

At 790mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2012 Vespa GTS 300 Super, 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: 21.2 HP (15.6 kW)
Torque: 22.3 Nm (2.3 kgf-m) @ 5000 RPM
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 3.50 litres/100 km (28.6 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.1432 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 75.0 x 63.0 mm
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Electronic by capacitive discharge (CDI)
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Wet sump, chain-driven lobe pump

Transmission

Transmission type: Automatic
Final drive: Belt
Clutch: Dry, centrifugal type

Performance

Top speed: 128.8 km/h (80.0 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1369 mm
Overall length: 1930 mm
Overall width: 755 mm
Overall height: 1170 mm
Seat height: 790 mm
Dry weight: 148.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 9.20 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Load-bearing sheet steel chassis
Front suspension: Single-sided trailing arm with dual chamber hydraulic shock absorber with coaxial spring.
Rear suspension: Two dual effect shock absorbers with adjustable preload.

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 200 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 200 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-12
Rear tyre: 130/70-12

Other

Color options: Black, Gray, White, Dragon Red

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	2009	2011	2012	2013	2014	2016
Capacity	278 cc	278 cc	278 cc	278 cc	278 cc	278 cc
Dry weight	158 kg	148 kg	148 kg	148 kg	148 kg	158 kg
Seat height	790 mm	790 mm	790 mm	790 mm	790 mm	790 mm
Fuel capacity	9.2 L	9.2 L	9.2 L	9.2 L	9.2 L	9.1 L