It has been four years since the last version of the Vespa scooter range hit the market, but the Piaggio Group recently announced the release of the new Vespa GTS range.
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The new range comes with the standard equipment of the previous models and includes four versions: the classic Vespa GTS, the contemporary GTS Super, the sporty GTS SuperSport and the “modern” Vespa GTS SuperTech.
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Vespa GTS is equipped with a high-performance 300cc 4-stroke, liquid-cooled (HPE) engine delivering 23.8 hp at 8,250 rpm.
The bodywork of the new GTS family is still made of steel and is combined with an all-new front suspension. Retaining the traditional single-arm layout, the system has been functionally redesigned for greater stability, especially at high speeds, while improving comfort and ability. handling, thanks to new suspension tuning. The Vespa GTS range also has dual disc brakes, ABS and ASR traction control.
Vespa continues to focus on ergonomics and natural sitting posture, which the company says makes the scooter “extremely comfortable, enjoyable to ride and accessible to all.” Along with these lines, the new Vespa GTS features new seats for both driver and passenger comfort, as well as optimized ergonomics for easy walking on the ground at a standstill.
The Vespa GTS also now has a keyless system for activating the ignition, opening the saddle and locking the steering column, all of which can be done with the remote control.
The Vespa GTS SuperTech version will continue to offer a full 4.3-inch TFT color display, but the 3-inch analog LCD gauge will make its debut on all other versions.
The Vespa GTS range comes in 14 different colorways, starting at $7,799 for the GTS, $7,999 for the GTS Super, $8,099 for the GTS SuperSport and $8,499 for the GTS SuperTech.
For more information, visit Vespa website.
