Vespa Gts 250, Gts 300 Owner's manual

Vespa would like to thank you for choosing one of its products. We have prepared this booklet to help you to get the very best from your scooter. Please read it carefully before riding

the scooter for the first time. It contains information, tips and precautions for using your scooter. It also describes features, details and devices to assure you that you have made the right choice. We believe that if you follow our suggestions, you will soon get to know your new vehicle and it will serve you well for a long time to come. This booklet forms an integral part of the scooter; should the scooter be sold, it must be transferred to the new owner.

Vespa GTS 250

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The instructions given in this booklet are intended to provide a clear, simple guide to using your scooter; details are also given of routine maintenance procedures and regular checks that should be carried out on the vehicle at an Authorised PIAGGIO Dealer or Service Centre. The booklet also contains instructions for simple repairs. Any operations not specifically described in this booklet require the use of special tools and/or particular technical knowledge: to carry out these operations refer to any authorised PIAGGIO Dealer of Service Centre.

Personal safety

Failure to completely observe these instructions will result in serious risk of personal

Safeguarding the environment

Sections marked with this symbol indicate the correct use of the vehicle to prevent dam-

aging the environment.

The incomplete or non-observance of these regulations leads to the risk of serious

damage to the vehicle and sometimes even the invalidity of the guarantee.

The signs that you see on this page are very important. They are used to highlight those parts of the booklet that should be read with particular care. As you can see, each sign consists of a different graphic symbol, making it quick and easy to locate the various topics.

injury.

Vehicle intactness

INDEX

VEHICLE...................................................................................... 7

Dashboard................................................................................ 8

Analogue instrument panel....................................................... 8

Clock......................................................................................... 10

Digital lcd display...................................................................... 10

Setting the total and trip odometers...................................... 11

Key switch................................................................................. 11

Locking the steering wheel.................................................... 11

Releasing the steering wheel................................................ 12

Switch direction indicators........................................................ 12

Horn button............................................................................... 13

Light switch............................................................................... 13

Start-up button.......................................................................... 14

Engine stop button.................................................................... 14

The immobilizer system............................................................ 14

Keys...................................................................................... 15

Immobilizerdevice enabled indicator led............................... 16

Operation............................................................................... 17

Programming the immobilizer system................................... 18

Accessing the fuel tank............................................................. 20

Opening the saddle............................................................... 21

Identification.............................................................................. 21

Rear top box opening................................................................ 22

USE.............................................................................................. 25

Checks...................................................................................... 26

Refuelling.................................................................................. 26

Tyre pressure............................................................................ 29

Shock absorbers adjustment.................................................... 30

Running in................................................................................. 31

Starting up the engine............................................................... 31

Precautions........................................................................... 32

Difficult start up......................................................................... 33

Stopping the engine.................................................................. 33

Stand......................................................................................... 34

Automatic transmission............................................................. 34

Safe driving............................................................................... 35

Rear rack.................................................................................. 37

MAINTENANCE........................................................................... 39

Engine oil level.......................................................................... 40

Engine oil level check............................................................ 40

Engine oil top-up................................................................... 40

Warning light (insufficient oil pressure)................................. 41

Engine oil change.................................................................. 41

Hub oil level.............................................................................. 43

Tyres......................................................................................... 45

Spark plug dismantlement........................................................ 46

Removing the air filter............................................................... 47

Cooling fluid level...................................................................... 48

Checking the brake oil level...................................................... 50

Battery....................................................................................... 51

Use of a new battery............................................................. 52

Long periods of inactivity.......................................................... 53

Fuses........................................................................................ 54

Front light group........................................................................ 59

Headlight adjustment............................................................. 61

Front direction indicators........................................................... 61

Rear optical unit........................................................................ 62

Rear turn indicators................................................................... 62

Rear-view mirrors...................................................................... 63

Front and rear disc brake.......................................................... 63

Puncture.................................................................................... 64

Periods of inactivity................................................................... 65

Cleaning the vehicle.................................................................. 65

TECHNICAL DATA...................................................................... 71

Kit equipment............................................................................ 76

SPARE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES........................................ 77

Warnings................................................................................... 78

PROGRAMMED MAINTENANCE............................................... 81

Scheduled maintenance table................................................... 82

Vespa GTS

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Chap. 01

Vehicle

01_01

Dashboard (01_01)

A = Starter button B = Engine block Run-Off switch

C = Throttle control D = Front brake lever E = Instrument panel F = Rear brake control lever G = Horn button H = Turn indicator switch I = Light switch

Analogue instrument panel (01_02)

A = Digital dashboard B = Rhs turn signal indicator light C = Headlights indicator light D = Low-oil pressure warning light E = High-beam indicator lighti F = Low-fuel warning light G = Speedometer H = Lhs turn signal indicator light I = Antitheft LED (immobilizer) L = Engine management and injection diagnostics light

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01_03

01_04

Clock (01_03)

Located on the instrument panel, it displays hours and minutes with 1 to 24 hour time. Besides hours and minutes, month and day can also be displayed with the «T» button.

In order to adjust the above mentioned functions, operate button «U».

Digital lcd display (01_04)

A = Odometer B = Coolant temperature gauge C = Fuel level gauge D = Tachometer E = Digital clock F = External temperature indicator

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Setting the total and trip odometers (01_05)

The «TRIP» button displays the total and partial kilometres covered when pressed repeatedly for less than 1 second. It resets the trip odometer when pushed more than 3 seconds. Push the «TRIP» button again to return to total odometer value.

01_05

Key switch (01_06)

LOCK = ignition disabled, extractable key, mechanical antitheft device enabled. OFF = ignition disabled, extractable key, mechanical antitheft device disabled. ON = Ready to ignition position, non-extractable key, mechanical antitheft device dis-

abled, lights on.

01_06

Locking the steering wheel

Turn the handlebar to the left (as far as it will go), turn the key to «LOCK» and remove the key.

CAUTION

DO NOT TURN THE KEY TO «LOCK» OR «OFF» WHILE RIDING.

01_07

Releasing the steering wheel

Reinsert the key and turn it to «OFF». CAUTION

DO NOT TURN THE KEY TO «LOCK» OR «OFF» WHILE RIDING.

Switch direction indicators (01_07)

Lever towards "S" = Left turn indicator is switched on; Lever towards "D" = Right turn indicator is switched on; The lever returns automatically to position "0" and the turn indicator "B" remains on;

press the lever to turn them off.

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Horn button (01_08)

Push the «C» button to sound the horn.

01_08

Light switch (01_09)

0 = Low beam and side light 1 = High beam and side light

01_09

01_10

01_11

Start-up button (01_10)

Starter button "G"

Engine stop button (01_11)

0 = OFF 1 = RUN

The immobilizer system

In order to enhance theft protection, the scooter is equipped with a «PIAGGIO IMMOBILIZER » electronic engine locking device that is activated automatically when

the starter key is removed. Upon start-up, the «PIAGGIO IMMOBILIZER» system checks the starter key, and only if this key is recognised will the immobilizer system allow the scooter to be started.

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01_13

Keys (01_12, 01_13, 01_14)

Two types of keys come with the vehicle. The red-handgrip key "A" is the "MASTER" key. Only a single copy of this key is supplied, which is necessary to program all your other

keys and for your dealer to perform some maintenance operations. For this reason it is advised that it be used only in exceptional circumstances.

The blue key «B» (single copy supplied) is used for normal operations such as:

- engine start up

- glove-box opening Together with the two keys, you will be given a CODE CARD bearing the same code

imprinted onto the two keys.

WARNING

LOSING THE RED KEY PREVENTS ANY REPAIRS OF THE 'PIAGGIO IMMOBILIZER' SYSTEM AND THE ENGINE CONTROL UNIT.

WARNING

KEEP THE 'CODE CARD' AND THE RED HANDGRIP KEY IN A SAFE PLACE (NOT ON YOUR VEHICLE).

01_14

Immobilizerdevice enabled indicator led (01_15)

The operation of the «PIAGGIO IMMOBILIZER» system is signalled by a blinking indicator light, «I» (see the «Analogue dashboard» section).

To prevent the battery from discharging, the indicator led automatically shuts down after 48 hours of uninterrupted operation.

In the event of a malfunction to the system, the indicator led provides diagnostic information to your Authorised Piaggio Service Centre through its blinking patterns.

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01_15

Operation

Every time the starter key is removed in the "OFF" or "LOCK" position, the safety system activates the immobilizer system. Turning the key to "ON" disables the engine lock, provided that the safety system recognises the code transmitted by the key. If the code is not recognised, turn the key first to "OFF" and then to "ON"; if the lock cannot be disabled, try with the other key supplied (red-coloured). If the engine cannot

be started, contact an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre, which is provided with the electronic equipment required to detect and repair the system.

When additional keys are required, please note that data storage (up to 7 keys max.) must be done on all keys, both new ones and existing ones.

Take your scooter to an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre carrying with you the red-handgrip key and all the blue keys in your possession.

The codes of keys not submitted for the new storage procedure are deleted from the memory. Any lost keys will therefore not be enabled to start the engine.

WARNING

EACH KEY HAS ITS OWN AND UNIQUE CODE, WHICH MUST BE STORED BY THE SYSTEM CONTROL UNIT.

VIOLENT SHOCKS MAY AFFECT THE ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS OF THE KEY.

IF OWNERSHIP OF THE VEHICLE IS TRANSFERRED, THE RED-HANDGRIP KEY (AS WELL AS THE OTHER KEYS) AND THE "CODE CARD" MUST ALSO BE TRANSFERRED TO THE NEW OWNER.

Programming the immobilizer system

Below is described the procedure to follow for programming the PIAGGIO IMMOBILIZER system and/or for storing other key codes. The programming procedure should be carried out with the engine stop switch set to «RUN».

Procedure start - red key

Insert the red-handgrip key in the switch key (in "OFF" position) and turn it to "ON". After 1 - 3 seconds, turn the key to "OFF" again and pull it out.

Intermediate step - blu key

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Within ten seconds after pulling out the red key, insert the black key and promptly turn it to «ON». After 1-3 seconds, turn the key to "OFF" again and pull it out.

In this way, a maximum of 3 blue keys can be programmed by repeating the above procedure and keeping the indicated times.

Final step - red key

After pulling out the last blue key, insert the red key again and turn it to "ON" (this operation should be performed within 10 seconds of pulling out the previous key). Leave it in this position for 1 to 3 seconds and return it to the «OFF» position.

Proper programming check

Insert the red key disabling the transponder (i.e., tilt the key cap by 90°) and turn the key to "ON". Perform the engine start-up operation. Ensure that the engine does not start. Insert the blue key and repeat the start-up operation. Check that engine starts.

WARNING SHOULD THE ENGINE START WITH THE RED KEY (WITH TRANSPONDER OFF),

OR IN THE EVENT OF WRONG OPERATION DURING PROGRAMMING, REPEAT THE PROCEDURE FROM THE BEGINNING.

01_16

01_17

Accessing the fuel tank (01_16, 01_17, 01_18)

With the key set to «OFF» or «ON», or with engine on, it is possible to electrically open the saddle by pressing the button «C». If the saddle opening system does not work, operate the emergency lever «A». Then, unscrew cap «B» and the fuel tank can be reached.

01_18

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Opening the saddle (01_19, 01_20)

With the key set to «OFF» or «ON», or with engine on, it is possible to electrically open the saddle by pressing button «C». If the electric opening does not work, use the emergency lever "A". When the key is set to «LOCK» the saddle cannot be opened.

01_19

01_20

Identification (01_21, 01_22, 01_23)

The identification registration numbers consist of a prefix followed by a number stamped on both the chassis «A» and the engine «B». These numbers must always be indicated on spare parts requests. To read the chassis number, lift the saddle and remove the helmet compartment «C». We recommend checking that the chassis registration number stamped on the vehicle corresponds with that on the vehicle documentation.

01_21

01_22

01_23

CAUTION

BE REMINDED THAT ALTERING IDENTIFICATION REGISTRATION NUMBERS CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS PENAL SANCTIONS (IMPOUNDING OF THE VEHICLE, ETC.).

Rear top box opening (01_24)

Insert the key into the switch and press down until the glove compartment opens. If the switch is set to "LOCK", turn the key to "OFF" or "ON" before pressing it down.

01_24

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Chap. 02

Use

Checks

Before using the vehicle, check:

1. There is enough fuel in the fuel tank.

2. The correct fluid level for front and rear brakes.

3. That tyres are properly inflated.

4. The correct functioning of tail lights, headlamp, turn indicators, stop light and license

plate light.

5. The correct functioning of front and rear brakes.

6. The oil level in the gearcase.

7. The engine oil level.

8. The coolant level.

Refuelling (02_01, 02_02)

Fuel: lift the seat and remove the filler cap «B». Recommended fuel: Unleaded petrol; 95 octane min. The low-fuel warning light «F» goes on when the fuel level reaches the reserve mark.

WARNING

02_01

SWITCH OFF THE ENGINE BEFORE REFUELLING WITH PETROL. PETROL IS HIGHLY INFLAMMABLE. DO NOT SMOKE AND KEEP OPEN FLAMES AT A DISTANCE:FIRE HAZARD. DO NOT INHALE FUEL FUMES.

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