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2020Vespa GTS Super 300

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Capacity: 278.0 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: Not on record
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Dry weight: 158.0 kg
Seat height: 790 mm
Power: 21.2 HP (15.5 kW) @ 7750 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail8%

Cornering55%

City riding92%

Daily riding88%

Touring55%

Two-up65%

Track15%

Best for: Built primarily as an urban commuter that also has enough punch and stability for occasional longer rides or highway stretches.
Built for: A refined, premium city scooter that blends classic Vespa styling with modern performance, offering peppy acceleration and confident handling in traffic.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders seeking serious highway touring range, off-road capability, or genuine sport-bike performance.

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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 2020 Vespa GTS Super 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: 21.2 HP (15.5 kW) @ 7750 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 77 CO2 g/km
Torque: 22.3 Nm (2.3 kgf-m) @ 5000 RPM
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 3.30 litres/100 km (30.3 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.1342 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 75.0 x 63.0 mm
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: 755 mm
Overall height: 1375 mm
Seat height: 790 mm
Dry weight: 158.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 8.50 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: Green, White, Red, Black
Warranty: 24

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What changed, year to year

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Specification	2017	2019	2020	2021	2022	2024
Capacity	278 cc	278 cc	278 cc	278 cc	278 cc	278 cc
Dry weight	158 kg	158 kg	158 kg	158 kg	158 kg	158 kg
Seat height	790 mm	790 mm	790 mm	790 mm	790 mm	790 mm
Fuel capacity	9.1 L	8.5 L	8.5 L	8.5 L	8.5 L	8.5 L