Vespa GTS Super 125 Road Test and Review!

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  • In our latest review Brett takes this beautiful sunshine yellow Vepsa GTS Super 125 for a spin around our local town! Join him as he runs through each component of the GTS and reveals why this might be the scoot for your commute!
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    Chapters:
    0:00 Intro and Studio Chat
    2:47 Road Test / Main Review
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  • @BikeMatters
    @BikeMatters  3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    We hope you enjoyed our review! Let us know what you would like to be reviewed next!

    • @charlesbender596
      @charlesbender596 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      How about a review of the Red Fox falcon 200 2021 model

    • @stilusforfun
      @stilusforfun 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      you talk too much, i would have liked to hear the vespa how was going...

    • @craigbaxter5154
      @craigbaxter5154 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good review mate but can’t understand why mine does 70 and not 65mph.

  • @jameskrell4392
    @jameskrell4392 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Having owned a few Vespa GTS 300's I would say that contra to what is said a number of times is that they aren't small scooters. The GTS125 share the same body. That is unless the reference is to the engine size here. Granted, its not the size of a Suzuki Bergman but it is much larger than the rest of the Vespa range and may others out there. The pay off of that is that you have more comfort, it feels solid and capable the ridding. I have a 2018 Touring at the moment, it had 600 miles on the clock when I got it a year and a half ago. I have toured with it, very capable. It will cruise all day two up at 70mph and does achieve a top speed of just over 80mph before the engine limiter cuts in. I get over 80mpg and my open face helmet sits nicely under the seat. I don't like full face, too claustrophobic. The ASR can be switched off but ridding across Dartmoor for work like I do it is a handy thing to ask, so is the ABS. I find a small screen useful against flies, its what they are designed for. We are all different and we have different needs but I have hired all manner of scooters overseas in Europe and India. I have even ridden in monsoon season and I can say that the GTS is the finest scooter of any I have ever used regardless of a few niggles. In the 1990's I had big bikes and I would say my GTS is much more fun after you get tired of ridding like a lunatic. A good review, cheers.

    • @JDMz
      @JDMz ปีที่แล้ว

      The 125 will barely do 70mph.

    • @180fxr
      @180fxr 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@JDMzu wish 70 like 90 kmh gps

  • @maxmaxwell3787
    @maxmaxwell3787 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Excellent review, thank you. Bought the identical model three weeks ago and loving every minute. Remember, with a Vespa you are embracing a culture and style. Yes, there may be other options, but like everything we desire in life, if you go with your passion, you achieve your dream.

    • @jimmielittle877
      @jimmielittle877 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      What is your mpg( miles per Gallon)?

  • @ademkollari8992
    @ademkollari8992 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Loved that you reviewed as you rode. Many reviewers just stand there by a vespa, making yoy die of envy. Felt like a was riding it. Well done!

  • @jimmielittle877
    @jimmielittle877 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Impressive a 125 hitting 65 mph 🏁

  • @21berber
    @21berber 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for giving me a good idea of how the scooter handles road conditions instead of the run of the mill considerations on its maneuverability around towns and cities. I intend to buy one for touring, and that’s the one I will pick, maybe a different colour, less attractive to bugs in summer!

  • @adrianrosenlund-hudson8789
    @adrianrosenlund-hudson8789 ปีที่แล้ว

    You've done a great job. Now I REALLY want one!

    • @BikeMatters
      @BikeMatters  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the comment! Do it!

  • @robertcoulter7592
    @robertcoulter7592 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks so much, super helpful!

  • @RJHMotorbikeTraining
    @RJHMotorbikeTraining 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    You can ride this on a CBT ladies & gents

  • @gkelly34
    @gkelly34 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful bike, great review 👍

  • @PrinzEugen7ss
    @PrinzEugen7ss 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    dear, i enjoyed with this super video, especially by the beautiful landscapes, i owned of my vespa gts 300, cheers from Chile.-

  • @oliverthegreat201
    @oliverthegreat201 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Just bought one but don’t get it until February so thanks for the review 👍

  • @gregmartyn1976
    @gregmartyn1976 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Love if you did a test on the vespa primavera 125cc as I think that's the entry bike for vespa at 125cc. Great test and review. Thanks Greg

  • @alexitosonixx8737
    @alexitosonixx8737 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice ride ! I have the 2021 Vespa Primavera 150cc witch it may be similar to the Gts super 125 in Europe what do you think ?

  • @craigbaxter5154
    @craigbaxter5154 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love mine. It’s a 65 reg and it’s 70mph goodness knows why? Is the newer ones restricted?

  • @JakeM218
    @JakeM218 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where did you get the 12.2hp figure from?
    The Primavera / Sprint have the 3v air cooled engine with 11hp.
    The GTS 125 I thought had the water cooled 4 valve engine and around 14-15hp?? Vespa themselves quote the Euro 5 2023 Vespa GTS 125 at 14hp, and I thought the previous model was the same Euro 5 engine?

  • @stevefisher117
    @stevefisher117 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just bought one today.

  • @Qwcgvv
    @Qwcgvv 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    By fitting a mid sized screen you would probably get a genuine 65mph.
    A screen is by far the best performance upgrade for the gts range.

  • @tommarino69
    @tommarino69 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm considering getting myself a 125cc scooter and I really like the yellow vespa gts super in this vid and also the primavera in orange looks great too. The prices of them put me off a little bit though so I've been considering the Lambretta V125 special as a cheaper option. Is the Lambretta worth buying or would I be better off just spending the extra cash on one of the vespas?

    • @BikeMatters
      @BikeMatters  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have not been able to do a test on the V-125 so I can't give you a direct comparison. it all falls down to personal preference. The V125 is basically a Sym Fiddle III with a few tweaks.
      The V125 will be air-cooled and likely slightly slower than the GTS. But will still likely be a great scooter.
      I would always recommend seeing the scooters in person where possible and seeing what you like most, which gives you a chance to sit on them and have a good look around.

  • @daymerbay1741
    @daymerbay1741 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for the video really liked it. Also planning on getting a vespa 125gts next year..gts looks like a nice scooter.

    • @BikeMatters
      @BikeMatters  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the nice comment! Let us know if you get one.

  • @ToxicVaccines_HivHoax
    @ToxicVaccines_HivHoax 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Did you know that vespa means "wasp" in Italian language?
    Hence the yellow colouring. 🐝🐝🐝

  • @pieman29
    @pieman29 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved the review, thankyou. May I ask what clothing you have on, I see it's provided by Oxford, but style or type?. Thankyou

    • @BikeMatters
      @BikeMatters  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Anthony, it is Oxford Montreal gear.

    • @pieman29
      @pieman29 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BikeMatters cheers. Much appreciated

  • @thebivouacexperience
    @thebivouacexperience ปีที่แล้ว

    Great review I want one now 😄

    • @BikeMatters
      @BikeMatters  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Do you have a scooter at the moment?

    • @thebivouacexperience
      @thebivouacexperience ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BikeMatters no not a rider at all, just loved mopeds since riding them in Thailand for months. One day.....

  • @ianbennett4909
    @ianbennett4909 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm looking at getting my first scooter (well once I pass my CBT!) and do like the look of Vespas, and enjoyed the video. The only thing that puts me off is the speedo being in km/h with mph a lot smaller. Is this noticeable or do you not notice after a bit? Also it's fairly hilly where I am so would it have enough ooomph to get up a hilly NSL dual carriageway where I'd feel nervous if i was sitting at 40mph?

    • @paulbudford
      @paulbudford 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You do get used to the speedo. I have the typhoon, which is the same. After a while you know the 50kmh, is 30 and can tell at a glance.

    • @jameskrell4392
      @jameskrell4392 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I have run a Vespa GTS 300 since 2014. I can't comment on the 125 performance although I have heard its better than many at that size but I can say the speedo is no problem. You soon get used to it.

    • @BikeMatters
      @BikeMatters  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The speedo isn't too bad on this one and you'll soon get used to it. As for power it is a decent powered machine.. There are some faster scooter out there (closer to 15bhp). but at over 12 bhp the Vespa is great and gets over 60 absolutely fine. I was surprised with how well it stuck with traffic on 60 roads.

  • @jamespatterson7809
    @jamespatterson7809 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Enjoyed your infomative video. Just what I was looking for. As finding its time to downsize my Harley Softail Streetbob. On this very day I've traded it in for a new Vespa 300 SUPER SPORT. The Harley's gone 😥 the Vespa will be delivered in a few days. 👍

    • @jameskrell4392
      @jameskrell4392 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      My last big bike was a Suzuki 850GS. I have had two Vespa GTS 300 since then and I love them, even went touring on my 2018 model, well it is in touring spec. Its more than man enough for major roads and A roads where I do most of my ridding out of town and its, Fun and very user friendly, enjoy.

    • @BikeMatters
      @BikeMatters  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the comment and enjoy your new Vespa!

  • @adammillsindustries.
    @adammillsindustries. 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Which scooters are the closest to the 125 limit?

  • @jakecrabbSU
    @jakecrabbSU 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    😍😍

  • @peterrowcliffe747
    @peterrowcliffe747 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice Scooter

  • @ohwell2790
    @ohwell2790 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Really nice review and might look into this scooter, I am ridding a 2012 Kymco Like 200 i . Interesting.

    • @BikeMatters
      @BikeMatters  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the kind words! These are lovely scooters, definitely worth looking into!

  • @trevorserfontein8399
    @trevorserfontein8399 ปีที่แล้ว

    AMPLE speed and comfort!👍

  • @scooterkev6978
    @scooterkev6978 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    fantastic scoot liked unfortuneatly by tea leaves, which mean the insurance is higher.

  • @sailingyoumeandjosapea6770
    @sailingyoumeandjosapea6770 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    My yacht is yellow everybody loves it when they see it maybe I’ll get this to match it

  • @ToxicVaccines_HivHoax
    @ToxicVaccines_HivHoax 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can you install a windshield and a big storage box at the back of the vespa?

  • @arifkusuma9432
    @arifkusuma9432 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank good

  • @TheMechatronicEngineer
    @TheMechatronicEngineer 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lovely scooter!

  • @thomasagostini774
    @thomasagostini774 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great video ! Could you confirm that the Horse power is 12.2 ? I just bought a Vespa GTS Verde Relax and it has 14 Horsepower

  • @Scale_Slotcars_Latvia
    @Scale_Slotcars_Latvia ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice scooter.... Can I ask can you turn off the ridiculous stop start system? I had it on a car and hated it ahh edit yes you showed to stop start on off button later in the post..... Super stuff!
    👍

  • @peterryan7827
    @peterryan7827 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am seriously looking around for a scooter right now, Now one of the things i noticed when i googled this bike was apparently it has a problem with breakdowns, suggesting more than other brands, have you any comments,I have been looking at the honda PCX,as well and of course, it's so much cheaper, many thanks for your video.

    • @BikeMatters
      @BikeMatters  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Best look at owner reviews for long-term reliability.
      They are quite different styles of bikes. The GTS is a great looking premium scooter. We have a new 125cc scooter videos coming out very soon which might interest you.

    • @peterryan7827
      @peterryan7827 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@BikeMatters Thanks i will look out for them ,cheers again.

  • @raffaeletisiotto9366
    @raffaeletisiotto9366 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What is the precise maximum speed reached?

  • @paulbudford
    @paulbudford 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I like it in yellow. After having a yellow bike, the flys love it in the summer! 😬
    Traction control on the 300 is a bit overkill. On this it would be better without it, and a MPH speedo.
    I can't get a full face helmet in my new typhoon as well. Bit more thought needed. From Piaggio.
    The small bike tests are great. 👍

    • @BikeMatters
      @BikeMatters  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the comment!

    • @Vespa123
      @Vespa123 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      you can turn traction control off

    • @paulbudford
      @paulbudford 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Vespa123 but it doesn't need it. Just extra expense

    • @Vespa123
      @Vespa123 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@paulbudford and extra safety in bad conditions/weather 🤷‍♂️

    • @paulbudford
      @paulbudford 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Perhaps for inexperienced riders. But I have ridden machines all year round, with ten times the power. Never really needed it.

  • @dominicedwards9117
    @dominicedwards9117 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    They are 14hp ?

  • @scotty2036
    @scotty2036 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yellow best colour for this gts 👍

    • @BikeMatters
      @BikeMatters  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Does look great doesn't it!

  • @theart8039
    @theart8039 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That's a heck of a lot of money for a scooter

  • @thomasagostini774
    @thomasagostini774 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What is the top speed you can get to with a passenger ?
    is it a fine scooter for riding with a passenger?

    • @BikeMatters
      @BikeMatters  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Not tested with a passenger

    • @thomasagostini774
      @thomasagostini774 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@BikeMatters do you think that it would work just fine for city rides ?

    • @sichtbarfurallenutzer779
      @sichtbarfurallenutzer779 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@thomasagostini774 absoluty

  • @toraxcore317
    @toraxcore317 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where to buy your camera holder on vespa?

  • @lomate1963
    @lomate1963 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Stylidge 🤔👍🏻

  • @jimmielittle877
    @jimmielittle877 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is the gts 125 available in the states?

    • @BikeMatters
      @BikeMatters  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No idea sorry! We are a UK channel. Best speaking to your local Vespa-Piaggio dealer.

    • @loewe7
      @loewe7 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The Vespa gts 150 is for the us market

  • @1967dragonaxe
    @1967dragonaxe 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It’s strange how nobody mentions that the main speedo numbers are kph with mph in tiny, easy to miss red font. Surely it can’t be that hard to make a UK/USA speedo card!?

    • @BikeMatters
      @BikeMatters  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Right! We highlight it in our Vespa GTS300 review, live now. th-cam.com/video/DrelV1Mvog0/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=BikeMatters

  • @fineartukulele
    @fineartukulele ปีที่แล้ว

    We received our brand new Vespa (Primavera 125cc) 8 October we did ride it for 5 days and got an electronic problem! Now already a month later still no Vespa waiting for a replacement part from Italy.
    OK, no actions from Vespa. I start to get angry and will tell it worldwide!
    Piaggio Italy does not have electronic spare pieces in case of.... with a lot of luck repair will be in December but it can take month as well because the parts hase to come from Asia 🥵🥶

    • @BikeMatters
      @BikeMatters  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hope it is soon sorted!

  • @rickbar123
    @rickbar123 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Did he say 117 mi/gal???

    • @JakeM218
      @JakeM218 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Uk Gallon = 4.54 litres. Different to US Gallons.

  • @nigelcb1300
    @nigelcb1300 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Shame they couldn't be arsed to fit an MPH speedometer, especially at that price

    • @ChunkiiMunkii123
      @ChunkiiMunkii123 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It can't be hard as the fit MPH speedo in the USA.

  • @doggo_4141
    @doggo_4141 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    When Will you be back to posting?

    • @BikeMatters
      @BikeMatters  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Soon! watch this space

  • @raygun1809
    @raygun1809 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    May I know what is your height?

    • @BikeMatters
      @BikeMatters  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      A mighty 5' 6

    • @raygun1809
      @raygun1809 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BikeMatters I thought Im gonna get the vespa but ended with Kymco Xciting S400i 😂. You might want to include that on your review list!

    • @BikeMatters
      @BikeMatters  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@raygun1809 Reviewed it back in 2019 - th-cam.com/video/pi-NJ6vDOkI/w-d-xo.html - lovely scoots!

    • @raygun1809
      @raygun1809 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@BikeMatters Nice! Ima check that out. New sub here 👌🏍️

    • @BikeMatters
      @BikeMatters  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @ray gun Thank you buddy! Glad to have you as part of the community 😀👍

  • @rolandbristow2050
    @rolandbristow2050 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    An awful lot of money for a 125. Not sure it's really worth it. Nice video

    • @BikeMatters
      @BikeMatters  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Is a premium scooter for sure!

  • @bucketheadothers2384
    @bucketheadothers2384 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Are you about 4ft? You make the Vespa look huge 😆