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03_32

Rear optical unit (03_32)

Remove screw «

» to remove the rear headlight assembly.

Access to taillight bulbs, stop light bulb and license plate bulb.

To reassemble, repeat the operation in the reverse order.

N.B.

IF MISTING IS NOTICED ON THE INSIDE OF THE HEADLAMP GLASS, THIS
DOES NOT INDICATE A FAULT AND IS ATTRIBUTABLE TO HUMIDITY AND/OR
TO LOW TEMPERATURES.

THE PHENOMENON SHOULD QUICKLY DISAPPEAR WHEN THE LIGHT IS
SWITCHED ON.

THE PRESENCE OF DROPS OF WATER, ON THE OTHER HAND, COULD INDI-
CATE THAT WATER IS INFILTRATING. CONTACT THE AFTER-SALES SERVICE
NETWORK.

03_33

Rear turn indicators (03_33)

To gain access to the turn indicator bulbs, remove the fastening screws «

».

The bulbs have a bayonet coupling, to remove them press gently and twist anticlock-
wise about 30°. To refit follow the same steps but in reverse order.

3 Maintenance

Summary of Contents for GTS 125

Page 1: ...ns information tips and precautions for using your vehicle 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 use it for a long time at full satisfaction This booklet forms an integral part of the vehicle should the vehicle be sold it must be transferred to the...

Page 2: ... 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 2 ...

Page 3: ...ent Vehicle intactness 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 ...

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Page 5: ...cult start up 28 Stopping the engine 28 Stand 29 Automatic transmission 29 Safe driving 30 Rear rack 32 MAINTENANCE 33 Engine oil level 34 Engine oil level check 35 Engine oil top up 35 Warning light insufficient oil pressure 35 Engine oil change 36 Hub oil level 37 Tyres 39 Spark plug dismantlement 40 Removing the air filter 41 Secondary air system 42 Cooling fluid level 43 Checking the brake oil...

Page 6: ...Warnings 74 PROGRAMMED MAINTENANCE 77 Scheduled maintenance table 78 6 ...

Page 7: ...Vespa GTS 125 Chap 01 Vehicle 7 ...

Page 8: ...r G Horn button H Turn indicator switch I Light switch 01_02 Analogue instrument panel 01_02 A Digital clock with calendar B Cooling liquid temperature gauge C Right turn indicator warning light D Fuel gauge E Headlight warning light F Low oil pressure warning light G High beam warning light H Low fuel warning light I Speedometer L Odometer 8 1 Vehicle ...

Page 9: ...y life is about 2 years lift the whole instrument panel to replace the battery It is advisable to take your vehicle to an Authorised Service Centre for this operation WARNING DEAD BATTERIES ARE HARMFUL TO THE ENVIRONMENT THEY MUST DIS POSED OF IN SUITABLE CONTAINERS AS PRESCRIBED BY THE REGULA TIONS IN FORCE 01_04 Key switch 01_04 LOCK ignition disabled extractable key mechanical antitheft device ...

Page 10: ...ng the steering wheel Reinsert the key and turn it to OFF CAUTION DO NOT TURN THE KEY TO LOCK OR KEY OFF WHILE RIDING 01_05 Switch direction indicators 01_05 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 10 1 Vehicle ...

Page 11: ...01_06 Horn button 01_06 Push the C button to sound the horn 01_07 Light switch 01_07 0 Low beam and tail light 1 High beam and tail light 11 1 Vehicle ...

Page 12: ...t protection the vehicle is equipped with a PIAGGIO IMMO BILIZER 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 vehicle to be started 12 1 Vehicle ...

Page 13: ...rations We therefore recommend that it be used only under exceptional circumstances The black key B single copy supplied is used for normal operations and for start up Together with the keys comes a CODE CARD which is imprinted with the mechanical code of the keys WARNING LOSING THE RED KEY PREVENTS ANY REPAIRS OF THE PIAGGIO IMMOBIL IZER SYSTEM AND THE ENGINE CONTROL UNIT WARNING KEEP THE CODE CA...

Page 14: ...ognised 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 The immobiliser is also activated in the engine is switched off with the RUN OFF switch This happens even if ...

Page 15: ...he 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 black key After pulling out the red key insert the black key within 10 seconds 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 black keys can be programmed by repeating the above proce...

Page 16: ... 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_14 01_15 Accessing the fuel tank 01_14 01_15 01_16 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 emerge...

Page 17: ... 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 17 1 Vehicle ...

Page 18: ...ays 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 reg istration number stamped on the vehicle corresponds with that on the vehicle docu mentation CAUTION BE REMINDED THAT ALTERING IDENTIFICATION REGISTRATION NUMBERS CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS PENAL SANCTIONS IMPOUNDING OF THE VEHICLE ETC 18 1 Vehi...

Page 19: ...1_22 Rear top box opening 01_22 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 19 1 Vehicle ...

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Page 21: ...Vespa GTS 125 Chap 02 Use 21 ...

Page 22: ... functioning of front and rear brakes 6 The oil level in the gearcase 7 Engine oil level 8 The coolant level 02_01 Refuelling 02_01 02_02 Fuel lift up the saddle and unscrew the cap B Prescribed fuel Minimum 95 octane unleaded petrol The warning light C indicates when the petrol tank reserve has been reached WARNING SWITCH OFF THE ENGINE BEFORE REFUELLING WITH PETROL PETROL IS HIGHLY INFLAMMABLE D...

Page 23: ...COMMENDED CAN SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE ENGINE CAUTION DO NOT USE THE VEHICLE TO THE COMPLETE EXHAUSTION OF THE FUEL SHOULD THIS OCCUR DO NOT ATTEMPT TO START THE ENGINE TURN THE KEY SWITCH TO OFF AND TOP UP THE TANK AS SOON AS POSSIBLE FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE GUIDELINES COULD DAMAGE THE FUEL PUMP AND OR THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER Characteristic Fuel tank capacity About 10 l 23 2 Use ...

Page 24: ...sides or irregular tread wear if this occurs go to an authorised workshop or at least a workshop equipped to perform the replacement CAUTION TYRE PRESSURE SHOULD BE CHECKED WHEN TYRES ARE COLD INCOR RECT TYRE PRESSURE CAUSES ABNORMAL TYRE WEAR AND MAKES RID ING DANGEROUS TYRES MUST BE REPLACED WHEN THE TREAD REACHES THE WEAR LIMITS SET FORTH BY LAW Characteristic Front tyre pressure 1 8 bar Rear t...

Page 25: ...nger Position 4 maximum preloading rider passenger and luggage In order to carry out this operation you will need to use the specific spanner in the kit CAUTION RIDING THE VEHICLE WITH THE SPRING PRELOADING NOT CORRECTLY SET FOR THE RIDER AND POSSIBLE PASSENGER COULD REDUCE THE COM FORT OF THE RIDE AND THE PRECISION OF THE STEERING WARNING WE RECOMMEND WEARING GLOVES WHILE CARRYING OUT THIS OPERA ...

Page 26: ...and keep pulled the front or rear brake lever which activates the appropriate switch allowing start up 1 Rest the vehicle on its centre stand ensuring the rear wheel is not touching the ground 2 Maintain the throttle grip E completely untwisted 3 insert key into ignition switch A and turn it to ON 4 Make sure that the B OFF ON switch is set to ON 5 Pull lever C of the front or rear brake and then ...

Page 27: ...HILL IN ORDER TO AVOID DAMAGING THE ENGINE IN ANY CASE IN ORDER TO PRESERVE THE ENGINE FROM PROLONGED OVERREVVING THE REVOLUTION LIMITER WILL BE ACTIVATED IF THE EN GINE SPEED EXCEEDS THE ESTABLISHED THRESHOLD DO NOT ACTIVATE THE REVOLUTION LIMITER RECURRENTLY SO AS TO AVOID DAMAGING THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER WARNING AFTER A LONG DISTANCE COVERED AT THE MAXIMUM SPEED DO NOT STOP THE ENGINE IMMEDIATE...

Page 28: ...per functioning 02_08 02_09 Stopping the engine 02_08 02_09 Fully untwist the throttle grip and then turn the switch A to OFF extractable key or turn switch B to OFF CAUTION DUE TO THE HIGH TEMPERATURES THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER CAN REACH ALWAYS TAKE CARE WHEN PARKING THE VEHICLE THAT THE EX HAUST DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH FLAMMABLE MATERIALS TO AVOID SERIOUS BURNS CAUTION DO NOT SHUT OFF THE ...

Page 29: ...ormance acceleration and consumption while riding on both flat roads and uphill If you have to stop on an uphill slope traffic lights traffic jam etc use only the brake to keep the vehicle still leaving the engine running at idle speed Using the engine to keep the vehicle still can cause the clutch to overheat due to the friction of the clutch mechanism itself against the clutch bell It is therefo...

Page 30: ... Reduce speed on rough roads and drive with care 3 After driving on a long stretch of wet road without using the brakes the braking effect is initially lower In these conditions it is a good idea to apply the brakes from time to time 4 Do not brake hard on wet unsurfaced or slippery road surfaces 5 Avoid riding off by mounting the scooter when resting on the support In any case the rear wheel shou...

Page 31: ...E APPROVED TYPE AND DANGEROUS FOR RIDING CAUTION DO NOT ADJUST THE MIRRORS WHILE RIDING THIS COULD CAUSE YOU TO LOOSE CONTROL OVER THE VEHICLE WARNING IN ORDER TO PREVENT ANY ACCIDENTS RIDE VERY CAREFULLY AFTER ADDING ACCESSORIES AND WHILE CARRYING LUGGAGE THE ADDITION OF ACCESSORIES AND LUGGAGE CAN REDUCE YOUR SCOOTER STABILITY AND PERFORMANCE AS WELL AS THE LEVEL OF SAFETY DURING USE NEVER DRIVE...

Page 32: ...02_15 Rear rack 02_15 When riding without packages on the luggage racks set the corresponding retainer latch A as shown in the photograph WARNING Maximum admissible load 6 kg 32 2 Use ...

Page 33: ...Vespa GTS 125 Chap 03 Maintenance 33 ...

Page 34: ...ns of use i e when driving at full acceleration all the time oil consumption increases The replacement intervals provided for by the maintenance programme are defined depending on the total content of oil in the engine and the average con sumption measured following standardised methods In order to prevent any prob lems we recommend checking oil level more frequently than indicated in the Schedule...

Page 35: ... oil level by adding oil but never exceeding the MAX level Getting an oil level between the MIN and MAX marks requires approx 400 cm of oil Every 3000 km however take your scooter to an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre to have the engine oil level should be checked and if necessary topped up Warning light insufficient oil pressure The vehicle is equipped with a warning light that comes on when th...

Page 36: ...nutes and switch it off after five minutes check the level and if necessary top up without ex ceeding the MAX level The cartridge filter must be replaced at every oil change For top ups and changes use new oil of the recommended type WARNING RUNNING THE ENGINE WITH INSUFFICIENT LUBRICATION OR WITH INADE QUATE LUBRICANTS ACCELERATES THE WEAR AND TEAR OF THE MOVING PARTS AND CAN CAUSE IRRETRIEVABLE ...

Page 37: ...ows 1 Park the scooter on level ground and rest it on its stand 2 Unscrew dipstick A wipe it clean with a cloth reinsert it and tighten completely 3 Pull out the dipstick and check that the oil level is above the first notch from the bottom 4 Reinsert the dipstick and ensure that it is tightened correctly N B THE NOTCHES ON THE HUB OIL LEVEL DIPSTICK EXCEPT THE ONE INDI CATING THE MAX LEVEL REFER ...

Page 38: ...SAL SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT IN COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATIONS IN FORCE CAUTION AN EXCESSIVE QUANTITY OF OIL CAN LEAD TO SPILL OVER WHICH MAY CAUSE THE ENGINE AND THE WHEEL TO GET DIRTY CAUTION WHEN REPLACING THE HUB OIL DO NOT LET THE OIL COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE REAR BRAKE DISC CAUTION FOR OIL REPLACEMENT CONTACT ANY AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE AS THEY ARE EQUIPPED TO DISPOSE OF USED OILS IN AN ENVIRO...

Page 39: ...dicators become visible on the tyre tread Also check that the tyres do not show signs of splitting at the side or irregular tread wear if this occurs go to an authorised workshop or at least to a workshop equipped to perform the replacement CAUTION TYRE PRESSURE SHOULD BE CHECKED WHEN TYRES ARE COLD INCOR RECT TYRE PRESSURE CAUSES ABNORMAL TYRE WEAR AND MAKES RID ING DANGEROUS TYRES MUST BE REPLAC...

Page 40: ...spark plug spanners D supplied 5 When refitting place the spark plug in the hole at the due inclination and screw it by hand until it is finger tight 6 use the box spanner D supplied only for locking 7 push cap C fully on the spark plug CAUTION THE SPARK PLUG MUST BE REMOVED WHEN THE ENGINE IS COLD THE SPARK PLUG SHOULD BE CHECKED EVERY 6 000 KM AND REPLACED EVERY 12 000 KM THE USE OF NON CONFORMI...

Page 41: ...unscrew the fixing screws B that can be reached after removing the helmet com partment 4 unscrew the screws C and remove the air filter cover Remove the filtering element and clean it with water and shampoo then dry it with a clean cloth and short blasts of compressed air Finally immerse it in a mixture con taining 50 oil of the recommended type and 50 petrol Then gently squeeze the filter element...

Page 42: ...ness 03_14 Secondary air system 03_14 In order to reduce polluting emissions the vehicle is furnished with a catalytic con verter in the muffler To facilitate the catalytic process a further quantity of previously filtered air is brought in through the exhaust duct on the head by the secondary air system SAS This system allows more oxygen to be added to the unburned gases before reaching the catal...

Page 43: ... down and check the coolant level if level is OK take your scooter to an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre Should the cool ant level exceed the above values during a non demanding ride shut off the engine and let it cool down Then check the coolant level if level is OK take your scooter to an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre Check coolant when the engine is cold at the intervals indicated in the ...

Page 44: ...DO NOT UNSCREW THE EXPANSION TANK COVER WHILE THE ENGINE IS STILL HOT WARNING TO PREVENT AVOID HARMFUL FLUID LEAKAGE WHILE RIDING ENSURE THAT THE LEVEL NEVER EXCEEDS THE MAXIMUM VALUE TO ENSURE CORRECT ENGINE OPERATION KEEP THE RADIATOR GRILLE CLEAN Recommended products SPECIAL AGIP PERMANENT fluid coolant Monoethylene glycol based antifreeze fluid CUNA NC 956 16 44 3 Maintenance ...

Page 45: ...e contact your nearest Authorised PIAGGIO Dealer or Service Centre in order to have braking system thoroughly inspected Pro ceed as follows Remove tank cover D and loosen the two screws E and top up the brake fluid level using only the prescribed brake fluid and without exceeding the maximum level Under normal climatic conditions the brake fluid should be replaced every 2 years This operation must...

Page 46: ...3_21 To reach the battery D proceed as follows 1 rest the scooter on its centre stand 2 unscrew the 4 screws A remove the footrest B 3 remove the two battery fixing screws C The battery is the electrical device that requires the most frequent inspections and diligent maintenance The main points of maintenance to be observed are as follows CAUTION IN ORDER TO AVOID DAMAGING THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM NE...

Page 47: ...OLLECTION AND DISPOSAL SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT IN COMPLIANCE WITH REGULA TIONS IN FORCE Use of a new battery Ensure that the terminals are connected correctly and check voltage CAUTION DO NOT REVERSE THE POLARITY RISK OF SHORT CIRCUIT AND DAMAGE TO THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WARNING USED BATTERIES ARE HARMFUL FOR THE ENVIRONMENT COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT IN COMPLIANCE WITH REGULA TION...

Page 48: ... all the engine components as well as the battery in good working order Take your vehicle to a garage as indicated in the Vehicle not used for extended periods section to have the battery removed Have the battery cleaned charged fully and stored in a dry ventilated place Recharge at least once every two months N B THE BATTERY MUST BE CHARGED WITH A CURRENT EQUAL TO 1 10 OF THE RATED CAPACITY OF TH...

Page 49: ... compartment under the saddle hinge latch The chart shows the position and characteristics of the fuses in the vehicle CAUTION BEFORE REPLACING A BLOWN FUSE FIND AND SOLVE THE FAILURE THAT CAUSED IT TO BLOW NEVER TRY TO REPLACE A FUSE WITH ANY OTHER MATERIAL A PIECE OF ELECTRIC WIRE FOR INSTANCE CAUTION MODIFICATIONS OR REPAIRS TO THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PERFORMED INCORRECTLY OR WITHOUT STRICT OBSER...

Page 50: ...t rating 7 5 A Protected circuits Horn antitheft device pre installation oil pressure sensor oil pressure warning light water temperature gauge thermistor fuel gauge low fuel warning light fuel level transmitter Fuse 4 Current rating 5 A Protected circuits Instrument panel lighting bulbs and warning lights tail lights license plate light Fuse 5 Current rating 5 A Protected circuits Stop light star...

Page 51: ...Protected circuits Electric pump control device fuel electric pump Fuse 7 Current rating 15A Protected circuits General 03_22 03_23 51 3 Maintenance ...

Page 52: ... 5W Quantity 2 Licence plate light bulb Type ALL GLASS Power 12V 5W Quantity 1 Front turn indicator bulb Type ALL GLASS Power 12V 10W Quantity 2 Rear turn indicator bulb Type SPHERICAL AMBER Power 12V 10W Quantity 2 Rear tail light bulb Type ALL GLASS Power 12V 5W Quantity 1 Stop light bulb Type ALL GLASS 52 3 Maintenance ...

Page 53: ...ASS Power 12V 1 2W Quantity 1 Low fuel warning light bulb Type ALL GLASS Power 12V 1 2W Quantity 1 Oil pressure warning light bulb Type ALL GLASS Power 12V 1 2W Quantity 1 Right and left turn indicator warning light bulbs Type ALL GLASS Power 12V 2W Quantity 2 Panel lighting bulb Type ALL GLASS Power 12V 2W Quantity 3 53 3 Maintenance ...

Page 54: ...ove the fixing screws C of the rear handlebar cover 5 Remove the front handlebar cover So there is access to the bulbs Open the clip and take out the high low beam light bulb D To change the tail light take out the rubber light socket from the seat To reassemble repeat the operation in the reverse order WARNING THE TWIN FILAMENT HIGH BEAM AND LOW BEAM BULB IS HALOGEN DO NOT TOUCH THE BULB WITH YOU...

Page 55: ...hite screen situated in a shaded area making sure that the longitudinal axis of the scooter is perpendicular to the screen 2 Turn on the headlight and check that the borderline of the projected light beam on the screen is not higher than 9 10 or lower than 7 10 of the distance from the ground to the centre of vehicle headlamp 3 If otherwise adjust the right headlight with screw A 55 3 Maintenance ...

Page 56: ...AN STANDARDS RE GARDING MAXIMUM AND MINIMUM HEIGHT OF LIGHT BEAMS REFER TO THE STATUTORY REGULATIONS IN FORCE IN EVERY COUNTRY WHERE THE VE HICLE IS USED 03_31 Front direction indicators 03_31 To replace the burnt bulb remove the screws F 56 3 Maintenance ...

Page 57: ...BLE TO HUMIDITY AND OR TO LOW TEMPERATURES THE PHENOMENON SHOULD QUICKLY DISAPPEAR WHEN THE LIGHT IS SWITCHED ON THE PRESENCE OF DROPS OF WATER ON THE OTHER HAND COULD INDI CATE THAT WATER IS INFILTRATING CONTACT THE AFTER SALES SERVICE NETWORK 03_33 Rear turn indicators 03_33 To gain access to the turn indicator bulbs remove the fastening screws E The bulbs have a bayonet coupling to remove them ...

Page 58: ... you reach the recommended idle speed making sure the engine does not make the rear wheel move If adjustment is difficult take the vehicle to an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre or Dealer WARNING IDLE SPEED MUST BE ADJUSTED WHEN THE ENGINE IS VERY HOT BEFORE THIS OPERATION MAKE SURE THAT THE THROTTLE GRIP HAS THE RECOM MENDED BACKLASH IF BACKLASH IN THE THROTTLE CONTROL TRANS MISSION NEEDS ADJUST...

Page 59: ...THE BRAKE LEVER STROKE CAUTION HAVE THE BRAKE PADS CHECKED BY THE DEALER ACCORDING TO THE CHECKS SPECIFIED IN THE SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE HOWEVER IN THE EVENT OF NOISES COMING FROM THE FRONT AND OR REAR BRAK ING SYSTEM DURING OPERATION IT IS ADVISABLE TO HAVE THE BRAKING SYSTEM CHECKED BY AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE OR DEALER AF TER REPLACING THE BRAKE PADS DO NOT USE THE SCOOTER UNTIL YOU HA...

Page 60: ...l repair take your vehicle to an Authorised Service Centre or Dealer The replacement of a tyre involves re moving the wheel in question Take your vehicle to an Authorised Service Centre or Dealer for these operations CAUTION TO USE THE INFLATE AND REPAIR SPRAY CAN PROPERLY FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS ON THE PACKAGING WARNING THE WHEELS FITTED WITH TYRES SHOULD ALWAYS BE BALANCED RIDING THE VEHICLE WIT...

Page 61: ...sting the chassis on two wooden wedges 4 As regards the battery follow the instructions in the Battery section Recommended products AGIP CITY HI TEC 4T Oil to lubricate flexible transmissions throttle control Oil for 4 stroke engines Cleaning the vehicle Use a low pressure water jet in order to soften the dirt and mud deposited on painted surfaces Once softened mud and dirt must be removed with a ...

Page 62: ...NOT STEAM WASH DO NOT AIM THE JET DIRECTLY AT THE CARBURETTOR THE ELECTRIC CABLES THE SLOT DIFFUSERS IN THE TRANSMISSION COVER AND THE SCROLL COVER WARNING NEVER WASH THE SCOOTER IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT ESPECIALLY DURING SUMMER WHEN THE BODYWORK IS STILL HOT AS THE SHAMPOO CAN DAM AGE THE PAINTWORK IF IT DRIES BEFORE BEING RINSED OFF NEVER USE CLOTHS SOAKED IN PETROL DIESEL OIL OR KEROSENE FOR CLEANING...

Page 63: ...at Recharge the battery IGNITION PROBLEMS No spark from spark plug Due to the presence of high voltage this element should only be checked by an expert Contact an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre LACK OF COMPRESSION Spark plug loose Loose cylinder head worn piston retaining rings Incorrect valve clearance Screw the spark plug Contact an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre 63 3 Maintenance ...

Page 64: ...t an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre Air in the front and rear brake circuits Contact an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre INEFFICIENT SUSPENSIONS Inefficient shock absorbers oil leakage deteriorated end of stroke buffers Contact an Authorised Service Centre AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS Deteriorated variable speed rollers and or driving belt and or clutch Contact an Authorised Service Centre ...

Page 65: ...EXHAUST NOISE Depression tube damaged disconnected or secondary valve damaged Contact an Authorised Service Centre 65 3 Maintenance ...

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Page 67: ...Vespa GTS 125 Chap 04 Technical data 67 ...

Page 68: ...04_01 68 4 Technical data ...

Page 69: ...g Carburettor KEIHIN CVK30 Spark plug CHAMPION RG4HC Max speed 102 km h Valve clearance intake 0 10 mm discharge 0 15 mm Overall length 1940 mm Overall width 755 mm Overall height 1180 mm Wheelbase 1395 mm Fuel supply Unleaded petrol carburettor and electrical pump Exhaust muffler Absorption type exhaust muffler with catalytic converter Electronic ignition capacitative with variable timing and sep...

Page 70: ...control activated by handlebar right lever Rear brake disc brake diameter 220 mm with hydraulic servo operated from the handlebar with the left hand lever Front wheel Alloy rims 12 x 3 00 Rear wheel Alloy rims 12 x 3 00 Front tyre Without inner tube 120 70 12 51P Rear tyre Without inner tube 130 70 12 62P Front suspension Single arm suspension cantilever wheel fitted with a dual chamber hydraulic ...

Page 71: ...acity 1 1 l dry 1 0 l when changing oil and filter rear hub oil capacity Capacity approx 150 cm Cooling system Capacity 2 100 2 150 l 04_02 Kit equipment 04_02 One box spanner for spark plugs one twin screwdriver one special spanner for ad justing the rear shock absorber The tools are arranged in the front case 71 4 Technical data ...

Page 72: ...72 4 Technical data ...

Page 73: ...Vespa GTS 125 Chap 05 Spare parts and accessories 73 ...

Page 74: ...LITY GUARANTEE AS THOSE INITIALLY FITTED ON THE SCOOTER THE USE OF NON ORIGINAL SPARE PARTS RENDERS THE WARRANTY VOID WARNING PIAGGIO MARKETS ITS OWN LINE OF ACCESSORIES THAT ARE RECOG NISED AND GUARANTEED FOR USE IT IS THEREFORE ESSENTIAL TO CON TACT AN AUTHORISED DEALER OR SERVICE CENTRE IN ORDER TO CHOOSE AND FIT ACCESSORIES CORRECTLY THE USE OF NON ORIGINAL ACCES SORIES MAY AFFECT THE STABILIT...

Page 75: ...ALLY GOOD CON DITION OR WHENEVER WEATHER CONDITIONS DEMAND IT SPEED SHOULD BE FURTHER REDUCED WARNING BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL WHEN INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE MECHAN ICAL ANTITHEFT DEVICE ON THE VEHICLE U SHAPED PADLOCK DISC BLOCK ETC MAINLY NEAR THE BRAKE PIPES TRANSMISSIONS AND OR ELECTRIC CA BLES AN INCORRECT INSTALLATION OR REMOVAL OF THE ANTITHEFT DEVICE AS WELL AS LEAVING IT ON BEFORE STARTING ...

Page 76: ...76 5 Spare parts and accessories ...

Page 77: ...Vespa GTS 125 Chap 06 Programmed maintenance 77 ...

Page 78: ...ed service to solve it All scheduled maintenance services must be carried out at the specified intervals even if the stated mileage has not yet been reached Punctual scooter servicing is essential to ensure your warranty remains valid For any further information concern ing Warranty procedures and Scheduled Maintenance please refer to the Warranty Booklet AFTER 1000 KM Engine oil replacement Hub o...

Page 79: ...tion EVERY 3 000 KM Engine oil level check top up AFTER 6000 KM Engine oil replacement Hub oil level check Spark plug electrode gap check Air filter clean Engine oil change valve clearance check Variable speed rollers check or replacement Driving belt checking Coolant level check Brake pads check condition and wear 79 6 Programmed maintenance ...

Page 80: ...level check Air filter clean Engine oil change Spark plug replacement Idle speed adjustment Throttle lever adjustment Driven pulley roller casing Greasing Driving belt replacement Sliding blocks variable speed rollers check Coolant level check Steering adjustment Brake control levers greasing Brake pads check condition and wear Brake fluid level check 80 6 Programmed maintenance ...

Page 81: ... instructions in the Idle speed adjustment section AT 18000 KM AND AT 54000 KM Engine oil replacement Hub oil level check Spark plug electrode gap check Air filter clean Engine oil change Variable speed rollers check or replacement Driving belt checking Coolant level check Radiator external cleaning check Brake pads check condition and wear Brake fluid level check 81 6 Programmed maintenance ...

Page 82: ...clean Engine oil change Spark plug replacement valve clearance check Idle speed adjustment Throttle lever adjustment Variable speed rollers check or replacement Driving belt replacement Coolant level check Steering adjustment Brake control levers greasing Brake pads check condition and wear Brake fluid level check Transmission elements lubrication 82 6 Programmed maintenance ...

Page 83: ...in Idle speed adjustment section AT 30000 KM AT 42000 KM AND AT 66000 KM Hub oil level check Spark plug electrode gap check Air filter clean Variable speed rollers check or replacement Driving belt checking Coolant level check Brake pads check condition and wear Brake fluid level check Electrical system and battery check Tyre pressure and wear check Vehicle and brake test road test 83 6 Programmed...

Page 84: ... speed adjustment Throttle lever adjustment Variable speed rollers check or replacement Driving belt replacement Coolant level check Radiator external cleaning check Steering adjustment Brake control levers greasing Brake pads check condition and wear Brake fluid hoses replacement Brake fluid level check Transmission elements lubrication 84 6 Programmed maintenance ...

Page 85: ...est road test See instructions in Idle speed adjustment section AFTER 72000 KM Engine oil replacement Hub oil change Spark plug electrode gap check replacement Air filter clean Engine oil change valve clearance check Idle speed adjustment Throttle lever adjustment Variable speed rollers check or replacement Driving belt replacement Coolant level check 85 6 Programmed maintenance ...

Page 86: ...n elements lubrication Safety locks check Suspensions check Electrical system and battery check Headlight adjustment Driven pulley roller casing Greasing Tyre pressure and wear check Vehicle and brake test road test See instructions in Idle speed adjustment section EVERY 2 YEARS Coolant change Brake fluid change Secondary air filter external internal Clean 86 6 Programmed maintenance ...

Page 87: ...IP FILTER OIL Oil for air filter sponge Mineral oil with specific additives for increased adhesiveness AGIP GP 330 Calcium complex soap based grease with NLGI 2 ISO L XBCIB2 Grease brake control levers throttle grip AGIP CITY HI TEC 4T Engine oil SAE 5W 40 API SL ACEA A3 JASO MA Synthetic oil AGIP BRAKE 4 Brake fluid FMVSS DOT 4 Synthetic fluid SPECIAL AGIP PERMANENT fluid coolant Monoethylene gly...

Page 88: ...88 6 Programmed maintenance ...

Page 89: ...ght 55 Horn 11 Hub oil 37 I Identification 18 Immobilizer 12 15 Instrument panel 8 K Key switch 9 Keys 13 L Light switch 11 M Maintenance 33 77 78 Mirrors 58 S Saddle 17 Scheduled maintenance 78 Shock absorbers 25 Spark plug 40 Stand 29 Start up 12 T Tank 16 Technical Data 67 Top box 19 Transmission 29 Turn indicators 57 Tyre pressure 24 Tyres 39 89 ...

Page 90: ...ents parts or accessories which it considers necessary to improve the product or which are required for manufacturing or con struction reasons Not all versions models shown in this publication are available in all countries The availability of single models should be checked at the official Piaggio sales network Copyright 2008 PIAGGIO C S p A Pontedera All rights reserved Reproduction of this publ...

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