2007 Vespa GTS 250, Consignment bike - no tax with cash! This custom painted Scooter is gently used with matching helmet! Overview The GTS 250 was introduced as a 2006 model in late 2005. Europe was the first to see availability, with units arriving in the US in early 2006. The introduction of the GTS 250 represented the first time fuel injection had ever been included on a Vespa. This, along with a larger engine (vs. the GT200) and improved handling, made the GTS 250 easily the most capable Vespa ever made to date. Comparison to GT 200 The GTS 250 was originally assumed to be a replacement for the aging Vespa GT 200, as the two models didn't appear sufficiently different to warrant supporting both models. Piaggio, however, opted to continue selling the GT models side-by-side with the GTS for several years after its introduction. In terms of design and engineering, the GTS has virtually the same metal frame as the GT, but with an uprated engine, differing plastic bodywork, seat, and a new electronic instrument cluster. On paper, there seems to be little difference in performance between the two models, the GT delivering a claimed 21hp vs. 22hp for the GTS. Most people who have owned both, however, report that the GTS is significantly quicker in acceleration, with a smoother and quieter engine. Additionally, the GTS is fuel injected (vs a carburetor for the GT) making the GTS better suited to riding in varied elevations. Fuel Consumption The official specifications issued by Piaggio indicate that the GTS will get 65-70 miles per US gallon. This is actually fairly close to being correct: in non-freeway settings, the GTS really does hit 70mpg (or even a bit more) fairly easily. When ridden on the freeway, though, mileage will drop as low as 50mpg. The GTS has a 2.4 US-Gallon gas tank, which gives it a range of about 120 miles when ridden on the freeway, and almost 170 miles when ridden around town.
