At the heart of the 2008 Vespa GTS 250 scooter motorcycle, Vespa utilizes a 244 cc (14.9 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 21.7 HP (15.9 kW) at 8,250 rpm while maximum torque reaches 20.2 Nm (14.9 lb-ft) at 6,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox. With a specific output of 88.9 HP per liter and a 1,750 rpm working window between peak torque (6,500 rpm) and peak power (8,250 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 787 mm (31 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance.
Specific Output
88.9 HP/L
Power Band Window
6,500–8,250 rpm
Standover Height
787 mm (31 in)
Engine
Displacement244.0 ccm (14.89 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power21.7 HP (15.9 kW)) @ 8250 RPM
Torque20.2 Nm (2.1 kgf-m or 14.9 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Bore x Stroke72.0 x 60.0 mm (2.8 x 2.4 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemCarburettor. 29.0 mm Walbro WVF-7P or Keihin CVK 30
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionElectronic by capacitive discharge (CDI)
LubricationWet sump, chain-driven lobe pump, filtration during aspiration and discharge
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
ClutchDry, centrifugal type
Performance
Fuel Consumption3.48 litres/100 km (28.7 km/l or 67.59 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases80.7 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Front SuspensionSingle-sided trailing arm with dual chamber hydraulic shock absorber with coaxial spring.
Rear SuspensionHelical spring with adjustable four-position pre-load and two dual effect hydraulic shock absorbers.
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-12
Rear Tyre130/70-12
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Seat Height787 mm (31.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length1940 mm (76.4 inches)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsDragon Red, Midnight Blue, Excalibur Gray, Black, Yellow
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