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2013Vespa GTS 300

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The 2013 Vespa GTS 300 is the largest of Vespa's classic steel-bodied scooters. Its liquid-cooled 278cc single makes 22 hp and 22.3 Nm through a belt-drive automatic, for a top speed of about 129 km/h. A 790 mm seat, 158 kg dry weight and 9.2-litre tank make it a quick commuter.

Capacity
278.0 ccm
Engine
Single, four-stroke
Gearbox
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Dry weight
158.0 kg
Seat height
790 mm
Power
22.0 HP (16.2 kW)
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How it rides

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Speed 26Agility 65Comfort 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 2013 Vespa GTS 300, 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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Range and running costs

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Based on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
278.0 ccm
Power
22.0 HP (16.2 kW)
CO2 Emissions
81 CO2 g/km
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
0.1392 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
75.0 x 63.0 mm
Compression
9.9:1
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
Automatic dry centrifuge with damper
Performance
Top speed
128.8 km/h (80.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1280 mm
Overall length
2230 mm
Overall width
755 mm
Overall height
1375 mm
Seat height
790 mm
Dry weight
158.0 kg
Fuel capacity
9.20 litres
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Load-bearing sheet steel chassis
Front suspension
Single arm, dual-chamber hydraulic shock absorber
Rear suspension
Helical spring with adjustable 4-position pre-load.
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Front brakes diameter
200 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes diameter
200 mm
Front tyre
25/8-12
Rear tyre
25/10-12
Other
Color options
Volcano Black, Gray, Bronze, Midnight Blue, 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 201120132015201920222026
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 9.2 L 9.2 L 9.1 L 9.1 L 8.5 L 8.5 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 GTS 300?

The 2013 Vespa GTS 300 has a Capacity of 278.0 ccm (16.96 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Vespa GTS 300 have?

The 2013 Vespa GTS 300 has a Power of 22.0 HP (16.2 kW).

What is the torque of the Vespa GTS 300?

The 2013 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 2013 Vespa GTS 300 has a Dry weight of 158.0 kg (348.3 pounds).

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