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, four-stroke
Gearbox: Not on record
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Dry weight: 144.0 kg
Seat height: 790 mm
Power: 14.3 HP (10.5 kW)

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What’s new for the 2008 Vespa GTS 125

vs the 2007

Spec	2007	2008
Power	15.0 HP (11.0 kW)	14.3 HP (10.5 kW)
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 US gallons)	9.20 litres (2.43 US gallons)

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

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.

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Units

At 790mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2008 Vespa GTS 125, 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: 124.0 ccm
Power: 14.3 HP (10.5 kW)
Torque: 12.0 Nm (1.2 kgf-m)
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.0993 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 52.0 x 58.7 mm
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Carburettor
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Wet sump

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

Wheelbase: 1380 mm
Overall length: 1940 mm
Overall width: 755 mm
Overall height: 1370 mm
Seat height: 790 mm
Dry weight: 144.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 9.20 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Sheet steel shell with welded structural reinforcements
Front suspension: Single arm, dual chamber hydraulic shock absorber with coaxial spring
Rear suspension: Coil springs with adjustable pre-load and two dual action shock absorbers

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	2007	2008	2011	2016	2020	2024
Capacity	124 cc	124 cc	124 cc	124 cc	124 cc	124 cc
Dry weight	144 kg	144 kg	145 kg	145 kg	160 kg	160 kg
Seat height	790 mm	790 mm	790 mm	790 mm	790 mm	790 mm
Fuel capacity	10 L	9.2 L	10 L	10 L	9.5 L	7 L