Episode 2: Why I Bought a Vespa GTS 300
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 14 มี.ค. 2024
- A little background on how I came to own my scooter + some thoughts and ramblings.
Scooter:
2023 Vespa GTS 300 Super Sport in Arancio Impulsivo (Impulsive Orange)
Scooter Accessories/Mods:
Vespa Rear Flat Rack - www.scooterwest.com/black-fix...
Givi Riviera 46L Top Case - giviusa.com/collections/monol...
Black Brake Levers - www.scooterwest.com/mg-bikete...
Colored Reflector Replacement Plugs - www.scooterwest.com/custom-pa...
Horn cover front emblems - www.v-emblem.de/en
Rear Brake Light Modulator - www.scooterwest.com/universal...
Black Powder Coated Bar End Weights (x2) - www.scooterwest.com/black-pow... + Screws - www.scooterwest.com/allen-scr...
Riding Gear:
Helmet: AGV K6 - www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/a...
Gloves: indie Ridge Powersports (www.indieridgeusa.com/collect...)
Boots: Indie Ridge Crossfield (Summer) - www.indieridgeusa.com/collect... & Crow (Winter) - www.indieridgeusa.com/collect...
Jacket: RevIt Eclipse 2 - www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/r...
Video Gear:
Primary Camera: DJI Osmo Action 4 - www.dji.com/mobile/osmo-action-4
Secondary Camera: GoPro Hero 11 (for now)
DJI Mic 2 - www.dji.com/mobile/mic-2
Chinmounts - chinmounts.com - ยานยนต์และพาหนะ
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I just got one in the matte black! I am also from Columbus - got it from Iron Pony. I have yet to get my 'temps' but working on it! LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Awesome! Have fun with it!
Again, my dream Vespa! Love it! Nice job on the video. I just switched from the GoPro to the DJI Action 4 and wireless mic, and so glad I did. Keep it up! Look forward to the next one.
I'm a proud owner of a 2009 model, matt gray. Rust free and immaculate with 3000 mile on the clock. For 8-9 years I had it parked up in my Kitchen and its just recently I decided to start riding it.
Great ride. I will have my Vespa in April. Greetings from Germany
Hope you enjoy it!
Thanks for the video. That was interesting. I don't ride (yet) but I've got the vespa bug. Went to check some out and was a little intimidated as they were a little bigger and heavier than i thought they'd be but haven't actually ridden one yet. Everyone including yourself talks about how easy to ride and stable they are. When I see those old Vietnamese dudes flying around on them I think "surely it can't be that hard". Doing a course is a good thing.
I’ve only ever ridden one motorcycle as of late and that was an older Honda Rebel. Although low to the ground the weight distribution still did not feel as low/balanced as a Vespa GTS. I imagine a Primavera is similar just not as heavy. I’m about 5’11”, 240lbs and although it’s in the ~350lb mark it’s pretty easy to move around even when not on it/running. When I first saw one in person I thought it was way bigger than I thought it would be. I was surprised as well. Find a dealership near you and go sit/test ride one is all I can say. If you’re a new rider or a person that’s not ridden in awhile I would definitely recommend a riding course.
I think a scooter is the best way for a new rider to get accustomed to riding. My 20 y/o daughter got good pretty fast. And scooters are safer IMOA. Your legs are protected being inside the the metal wind screen. Good luck
@@alexmoissiy9471 Thanks. What size engine is she riding?
welcome to scootering i have a gts 300 15 plate here in the UK that gets more use than my 02 px and my beloved Lambretta series 2 on another note i hope you jod situation improves
It definitely took me lots of testing and trials to get my video / sound right. I love your Vespa!
Thanks. Appreciate the nice comment. Glad I’m not in the preverbal audio boat alone, lol. Would like to go wireless eventually. Taking the GoPro out of the media mod to get the card out every time is not ideal. I could wirelessly transfer through the GoPro Quick app but that would not likely be ideal. The quick connect on the DJI seems pretty nice.
@@TheFranticNomadit takes me about 5 - 10 minutes to transfer 20gb off my Osmo Action 3 for a 30 min video. Your audio sounds good.
Audio came through ok. Check out Flat grid riders vlog on what Audio & video set up he uses its very comprehensive & will be helpful! Love your Scoot & am aiming to get a hold of an orange GTS 300 super sport down the track myself. Currently have a Yamaha Xmax 300 & while the experts tell me its a superior bike to the Vespa, seems like a Vespa may make me smile more readily. the streets where you live look like they would be nice when the trees are in foliage, good luck getting more work so you can keep on scooting. Cheers from Oz (Australia)
Thanks. Appreciate the comment/suggestion, and hope you get to try out a Vespa. I'd go test ride one to see what you think. In episode 6 or 7 I upgraded to the DJI wireless mic/camera combo and the sound is much improved. The wired setup wasn't sustainable.
Before you go buy a new mic, try pulling your windshield off for a ride. I think they add a lot of buffering. Just an idea. Enjoying your rides!
I basically did what Bug did when testing the windshield. There's definitely more noise coming to my helmet due to both my height and the windshield height, but I like that it keeps the bugs away and the wind off my chest at high speeds.
I am not particularly a fan of matte paint, but I had no choice. I have a '23 Super Tech which only comes with matte paint. But I have not had an issue with bugs marring the finish. And we have bugs here in South Texas. I do clean them off after a ride. Maybe that makes a difference?
I imagine if you clean it right away it’s probably less of a problem, and I do clean my scooter quite often but can’t always do it after every ride. I also skipped the super tech model for the paint selection. I’m quite happy with the orange. Fun color for a fun scooter.
@@TheFranticNomad If I had it to do over again I would not get a SuperTech - for a number of reasons including color choice.