2021–2022 · Scooter · Buyer's Guide
City Grace With iGET Soul
The GTS 125 Touring iGET takes Vespa's most recognizable shape and builds it around a steel monocoque body. That body gives the scooter a premium, stable feel, and it's the heart of this generation's appeal. The liquid-cooled 125 cc single makes 14 hp and 9 lb-ft, and it's tuned for efficiency rather than drama. The Touring kit is what defines this version: a rear luggage rack and a plusher seat. ABS, a USB charging port and adjustable rear suspension come standard. Yes, it's a style object first. But it's set up to work every single day. Real substance!
In the city it's completely at home. It turns tight, slips through gaps, parks anywhere and asks almost nothing of you. At 94 mpg it's cheap to run, too. As it ages, you have to pay attention. The brake calipers can corrode and seize, so keep them clean and inspected. The variator and belt wear out past about 6,200 mi (10,000 km). Fuel pump failures and a lean-mixture check engine light are known faults as well. The honest caveat: 14 hp is a city number. This scooter is for the urban commuter who wants character on the daily run, not for anyone planning freeway miles. Know that going in.
Spec sheets don't ride bikes, but they set the baseline.
| Power | 14 hp (10 kW) |
|---|---|
| Torque | 9 lb-ft (12 Nm) @ 6,750 rpm |
| Displacement | 125 cc |
| Engine | Single-cylinder |
| Cooling | Liquid-cooled |
| Front tire | 120/70-12 |
| Rear tire | 130/70-12 |
| Seat height | 31.1 in (790 mm) |
| Wet weight | 320 lb (145 kg) |
| Fuel capacity | 1.8 gal (7 L) |
| Fuel economy | 94 mpg (US) |
Equipment check
Chassis
Connectivity
Safety
Rusted or seized brake caliper
Corrosion can cause caliper pistons to seize, leading to uneven braking or dragging; regular inspection and cleaning are recommended.
Variator and belt wear
Jerky acceleration and slipping can occur at higher mileage (over 6,200 mi (10,000 km)) due to variator or drive belt wear; requires periodic replacement.
Fuel pump failure
Some owners have reported sudden fuel pump defects leading to starting issues; may require pump replacement.
Check engine light / lean mixture after riding
Some owners report a check engine light with a lean mixture code appearing after riding, possibly related to the fuel system or sensor.
Where this Vespa GTS 125 Touring iGET pulls ahead of — or falls behind — its rivals on the numbers, and the typical bike in its class on character.
Power
Torque
Displacement
Wet weight
Seat height
Forget spec-sheet bragging. Here's who the GTS 125 Touring iGET is actually built for.
This one is built for you. It slips through dense traffic, parks anywhere, gets 94 mpg and carries your bag on the rack. Keep the calipers clean and set money aside for a belt and variator later.
Made for New York City · Austin · Los Angeles
Around town and at the café meetup it looks the part and rides with ease. On the ridge roads, 14 hp keeps things gentle. Treat it as a stylish runabout, not your weekend curve machine.
Made for Bay Area Ridge Roads · San Francisco / Bay Area · Skyline Boulevard / Alice's Restaurant
If you're cross-shopping the older generation, here's what changed.
Previous generation · 2018–2021
Classic Steel, Liquid-Cooled Soul
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