By NastyNils·
Motorcycle comparison · Scooter
Vespa GTV 300 (MY2024) vs GTS 300 i.e. Super (MY2014)
Vespa GTV 300 vs GTS 300 i.e. Super: traffic, parking, daily miles. Here's how to choose.
You'll find the Vespa GTV 300 sets itself on a line as you tip into a bend, and it doesn't wander once it's there. The Vespa GTS 300 i.e. Super's front finds its balance the instant you turn the bars, and it steers in sweetly. It holds the arc without a fuss.
What makes each one tick
GTV 300
The GTV 300 stays planted through a string of twisties, and its suspension doesn't let a mid-corner bump upset the chassis. The twin discs bite hard. At a crawl in heavy traffic, the big frame's weight doesn't hide. Its single snaps forward the moment the light changes.
GTS 300 i.e. Super
The GTS 300 i.e. Super's grunt makes hill climbs easy work, and passing a car doesn't take long. There's a strong shove from a standstill as soon as the throttle opens. The single cruises highway speeds easily. Its padded dual seat carries a passenger all weekend.
The Voice of Experience
What actually separates them
- The GTV 300 makes more peak power: 24 hp (18 kW) vs 21 hp (16 kW).
- The GTV 300 makes more peak torque: 19 lb-ft (26 Nm) vs 16 lb-ft (22 Nm).
- The GTS 300 i.e. Super has the larger fuel tank: 2.4 US gal (9.2 L) vs 2.2 US gal (8.5 L).
Which one for the way you ride
Comfortable long-distance riding
Both miss here
For all-day comfort, both fall short. Keep the rides short and you'll get on fine with either.
There's no real gap on commuting, twisty roads, running costs, and a first bike. Sit on both and let fit and price decide.
Who each one is built for
What's good, and what you'll live with
GTV 300
What owners say
Strengths
- Peppy and enjoyable engine
- Planted and stable handling
- Comfortable and accessible seating
- Eye-catching retro design
Trade-offs
- Noticeable weight in traffic
GTS 300 i.e. Super
What owners say
Strengths
- Strong mid-range torque and top speed
- Comfortable ride for two and luggage capability
Trade-offs
- Exhaust gasket prone to early failure
- Relatively high price and theft magnet
Known problems to check before you buy
GTV 300
No confirmed faults on file yet. That's not the same as fault-free.
GTS 300 i.e. Super
- Front-end wobble at high mileage Some used examples develop a front-end shimmy or wobble, often due to incorrect bar-end weights, unbalanced wheels, or degraded front suspension components. More frequent on heavily loaded or high-mileage scooters.
- Premature exhaust gasket failure The standard exhaust gasket can blow out or disintegrate as early as 3000 miles. Symptoms include a loud exhaust note and loss of back pressure. Replacement with an updated or aftermarket gasket typically solves the problem.
What they share
- Seat height
- 31.1 in (790 mm)
- Displacement
- 278 cc
- Engine
- Single-cylinder
- Cooling
- Liquid-cooled
- Peak torque at
- 5,250 rpm
- Front tire
- 120/70-12
- Rear tire
- 130/70-12
Where the spec sheets split
| GTV 300 | GTS 300 i.e. Super | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 24 hp (18 kW) | 21 hp (16 kW) |
| Peak power at | 8,250 rpm | 7,500 rpm |
| Torque | 19 lb-ft (26 Nm) | 16 lb-ft (22 Nm) |
| GTV 300 | GTS 300 i.e. Super | |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel economy | 71 mpg (US) / 3.3 L/100 km | 59 mpg (US) / 4 L/100 km |
| Fuel capacity | 2.2 US gal (8.5 L) | 2.4 US gal (9.2 L) |
What comes fitted, what costs extra
| GTV 300 | GTS 300 i.e. Super | |
|---|---|---|
| ABS | Standard | Option |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Option | Not offered |
| USB Charging Port | Standard | Not offered |
| Keyless System | Standard | Not offered |
| Heated Grips | Option | Not offered |
| Luggage System | Option | Not offered |
| LED Headlight | Standard | Not offered |
Head to head, area by area
Both bikes on the same scale, one area at a time.
