2020 Vespa GTS 300

Vespa’s flagship model offers the most power in its lineup.

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Urban riders who are looking for a little more power from Vespa’s lineup will look no further than the GTS 300. This model is powered by the Italian manufacturer’s most powerful engine, the 300 HPE (High Performance Engine), and produces a claimed 23.8 hp. Helpful electronics include LED lighting, traction control, a USB port, and bike finder device. Other GTS models powered by the same 300cc single cylinder engine include the GTS Touring, GTS Super, GTS Supersport, GTS Supertech which suit a variety of riders looking for more practical, increasingly more sporty, or a more tech-equipped scooter.

2020 Vespa GTS 300 Reviews, Comparisons, And Competition

In our 2019 review of the GTS 300 we found that we were impressed by the scooter’s vigorous throttle response, precise steering, powerful brakes, and punchy engine.

Competition includes the Suzuki Burgman 400, BMW C 400 X, and Yamaha XMAX.

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Vespa GTS 300 Updates For 2020

No major changes for 2020 aside from the announcement that the GTS Super (125 and 300 engine capacities) is available in a special series known as the Vespa Racing Sixties. This option swaps chrome rims for gold ones, and introduces new colorways/graphics (yellow/green and red/white) as well as a new seat. The standard GTS is available in blue, green, or gray.

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2020 Vespa GTS 300 Claimed Specifications

Price: $7,099
Engine: Liquid-cooled single-cylinder
Displacement: 278cc
Bore x Stroke: 75.0 x 63.0mm
Horsepower: 23.8 hp @ 8,250 rpm
Torque: 19.2 lb.-ft. @ 5,250 rpm
Transmission: Automatic
Final Drive: Belt
Seat Height: 31.1 in.
Rake: N/A
Trail: N/A
Front Suspension: Single arm w/ helical spring and hydraulic shock absorber
Rear Suspension: Preload adjustable
Front Tire: 120/70-12
Rear Tire: 130/70-12
Wheelbase: 54.1 in.
Fuel Capacity: 2.2 gal.
Wet Weight: N/A