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STATUTORY REGULATIONS IN FORCE IN EVERY COUNTRY WHERE THE VE-
HICLE IS USED.

03_30

Front direction indicators (03_30)

To replace the front turn indicator bulbs, remove the tail light taking out the retaining
screw

remove the bulb holder from its fitting; gently turn the bulb around 30º and

remove it. Follow the process in reverse order to refit.

Integrated in the front turn indicators are the daylight running lights of «LED» type. In
the event of malfunction, we recommend contacting an

Authorised Service Centre

for replacement.

BULBS

Front and rear turn indicator bulbs

Type

: Capless

Power

: 12V - 6W

Quantity

: 4

Front daylight running lights

Type

: LED

3 Maintenance

Summary of Contents for GTS 300 i.e.

Page 1: ...scribes 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 well and that it will continue to give you satisfactory service for many years to come This booklet forms an integral part of the vehicle should the vehicle be sold it must be transferred to the new owner Vespa GTS 300 i e V...

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 or Service Centre 2 ...

Page 3: ...ging the environment 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 parts of the booklet that should be read with particular care The different symbols are used to make each topic in the man...

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Page 5: ...pressure 36 Shock absorbers adjustment 37 Running in 38 Starting up the engine 39 Precautions 40 Difficult start up 40 Stopping the engine 41 Stand 42 Automatic transmission 42 Safe driving 43 Rear rack 45 MAINTENANCE 47 Engine oil level 48 Engine oil level check 48 Engine oil top up 49 Warning light insufficient oil pressure 50 Engine oil change 50 Hub oil level 51 Tyres 53 Spark plug dismantleme...

Page 6: ...Cleaning the vehicle 76 TECHNICAL DATA 81 SPARE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES 87 Warnings 88 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE 91 Scheduled servicing table 92 Periodic maintenance table 94 6 ...

Page 7: ...Vespa GTS 300 i e Vespa GTS 300 i e ABS Chap 01 Vehicle 7 ...

Page 8: ...Dashboard 01_01 01_01 8 1 Vehicle ...

Page 9: ...ttle grip E Starter button Enabling disabling button ASR system where available F MODE button G Ignition switch H Bag hook I Saddle opening button L Horn button M Turn indicator control N Rear brake lever O Light switch Analogue instrument panel 01_02 9 1 Vehicle ...

Page 10: ...01_02 A Speedometer B Immobilizer warning light engine temperature 10 1 Vehicle ...

Page 11: ... light where available 01_03 Digital lcd display 01_03 G Fuel gauge with petrol symbol H Total or partial odometer I Clock By turning the ignition key to the ON position all the digital display functions will light up for a few seconds MULTIFUNCTION INDICATOR H Acting on the MODE button this indicator displays the following functions in se quence Total odometer TOTAL Partial odometer A TRIP A 11 1...

Page 12: ...R TOTAL N B IN THE NAVIGATION OF THE DISPLAY ARE DEFINED BRIEF PRESS A PRESS OF THE INDICATED BUTTON FOR A PERIOD OF LESS THAN TWO SECONDS PROLONGED PRESS A PRESS OF THE INDICATED BUTTON FOR A PE RIOD OF MORE THAN TWO SECONDS 01_04 MODE button 01_04 With the vehicle running or with the key in position ON by short pressing the MODE key A the odometer view can be changed TOTAL TRIP A TRIP B By press...

Page 13: ...OFF 2 Ignition disabled extractable key mechanical anti theft device disabled LOCK 3 Ignition disabled extractable key mechanical anti theft device enabled 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 NEVER TURN THE KEY TO LOCK OR OFF WHILE RIDING Releasing the steering wheel Reinsert the key and turn it to OFF 13 1 ...

Page 14: ...direction indicators 01_06 Move switch E to the left to indicate a left turn move switch E to the right to indicate a right turn Push the central part of switch E to deactivate the turn indica tors 01_07 Horn button 01_07 Push the button D to sound the horn 14 1 Vehicle ...

Page 15: ...igh beam light is activated CAUTION DO NOT PLACE TRANSPORT OBJECTS AND OR CLOTHES OVER THE FRONT HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY WHEN THE HEADLIGHT IS TURNED ON OR OFF FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS PRECAUTION MAY CAUSE OVERHEATING AND THE SUBSEQUENT FUSION OF THE GLASS 01_09 Start up button 01_09 Starter button E 15 1 Vehicle ...

Page 16: ...ING BRAKING BY AVOIDING THAT THE WHEELS BLOCK 01_11 The vehicle is equipped with a locking ABS system on the wheels A Tone wheel B Speed sensor ABS It is a hydraulic electronic device that limits the pressure within the braking circuit when a sensor located on the wheel detects its tendency to lock This system prevents the wheels from locking to avoid the risk of falling In case of failure of the ...

Page 17: ...RY LOW SPEEDS LESS THAN 5 KM H THE ABS SYSTEM IS DISABLED IT IS RECOMMENDED TO PAY ATTENTION THEREFORE IN CASES OF BRAK ING IN LOW GRIP CONDITIONS AT LOW SPEED FOR EXAMPLE BRAKING ON GARAGE FLOOR TILES AFTER HAVING RIDDEN ON WET ROADS OR SIMILAR SITUATIONS N B THE ABS WARNING LIGHT TURNS ON AND STAYS ON UNTIL REACHING 5 KM H CAUTION IN THE EVENT OF MALFUNCTION OF THE BATTERY THE ABS ASR SYSTEM TUR...

Page 18: ...N THE RECOGNITION OF SPEED DIFFERENCES BETWEEN FRONT AND REAR WHEEL IN ORDER FOR THE SYSTEM TO MAIN TAIN MAXIMUM EFFICIENCY IN ALL CONDITIONS THE CALIBRATION PRO CEDURE MUST BE PERFORMED EVERY TIME EVEN IN CASE OF REPLACE MENT OF JUST ONE TYRE FOR THE CALIBRATION OF THE CONTROL UNIT PERFORM THE PROCEDURE BELOW 01_13 BUTTON 1 with the engine running on off ASR EFI WARNING LIGHT 2 ASR and EFI operat...

Page 19: ...THE WARNING LIGHT FLASHES WITH A FREQUENCY OF 1 FLASH PER SECOND 1 HZ THERE IS AN ENGINE MALFUNCTION SHOULD THIS HAPPEN CONTACT AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE Flashing mode Frequency of 5 flashes per second 5Hz with vehicle running the system is up and running conditions of low grip and intervention to reduce engine power we recom mend the utmost caution because the grip limit has been exceeded rest...

Page 20: ...e it is advisable to keep the system active Deactivation may be necessary only in case of starting with very low grip surfaces mud snow on which the operation of the ASR could actually prevent the movement of the vehicle WARNING THE ASR SYSTEM IS ACTIVATED AT EVERY ON POSITIONING OF THE IG NITION SWITCH IF DISABLED BY THE USER THE ASR SYSTEM KEEPS THE STATE OF INAC TIVITY ONLY IF THE VEHICLE IS OF...

Page 21: ...CLE N B THE DEVICE PREVENTS IMPRESSING ON THE REAR HIGH SPEED ROTATION WHEEL WITH THE VEHICLE ON THE CENTRE STAND IT IS RECOMMENDED NOT TO INSIST WITH THE THROTTLE GRIP IN THIS PARTICULAR CONDITION CAUTION A POOR STATE OF MAINTENANCE OF THE TYRES CAN RESULT IN ABNOR MAL OPERATION OF THE ASR SYSTEM IN CASE OF REPEATED INTERVENTIONS OF THE ASR EVEN ON ROAD SUR FACES WITH GOOD GRIP OR SMALL THROTTLE ...

Page 22: ... by pressing the button 1 on the handlebar and check that the ASR disabling warning light 2 is on Allow the engine to idle for at least 3 seconds Press the ASR on off button 1 and one of the two brake levers simultaneously for at least 4 seconds The activation of the procedure will be confirmed by lighting up of the EFI ASR warning light 2 with a frequency of 2 flashes per second 2 Hz Accelerate t...

Page 23: ...rter key and only if this key is recognised will the Immobiliser system allow the vehicle to be started 01_15 Keys 01_15 The vehicle is supplied with two types of keys The A key with a brown grip and the MASTER key Only a single copy of this key is supplied which is necessary to pro gram all the other keys and for the dealer to perform some maintenance operations We therefore recommend that it be ...

Page 24: ...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 brown If the engine cannot be started contact an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre which is provided wit...

Page 25: ...1_17 Below is described the procedure to follow for programming the PIAGGIO IMMOBIL ISER system and or for storing other key codes The programming procedure should be carried out with the engine stop switch set to RUN START PROCEDURE Insert the MASTER key A into the ignition switch in OFF and turn it to ON After 1 3 seconds turn the key to OFF again and pull it out INTERMEDIATE STAGE After extract...

Page 26: ...ation Ensure that the engine does not start Insert the programmed key B and repeat the starter operation Check that engine starts WARNING SHOULD YOU START THE ENGINE WITH THE MASTER KEY WITH TRANS PONDER OFF OR IN THE EVENT OF WRONG OPERATION DURING PROGRAM MING REPEAT THE PROCEDURE FROM THE BEGINNING 01_18 Accessing the fuel tank 01_18 01_19 With the key in the OFF or ON position or with the engi...

Page 27: ...is a USB plug A To use it remove the protective cap Cover the socket again with the cap to avoid that water and or humidity could damage it CAUTION THE SUPPLIED USB SOCKET IS COMPATIBLE WITH THE DEVICES OF THE FOLLOWING BRANDS Apple iPhone Apple iPod Apple iPod Nano Apple iPod Touch Blackberry Pearl Blackberry 8xxx AND NOT COMPATIBLE WITH THE DEVICES FOR THE PRODUCTS OF THE MOTOROLA BRAND The USB ...

Page 28: ...5 00 0 25 Vdc Charging current 1 A max 01_21 Opening the saddle 01_21 01_22 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 28 1 Vehicle ...

Page 29: ...ys 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 PLEASE REMIND THAT ALTERING IDENTIFICATION REGISTRATION NUM BERS CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS PENAL SANCTIONS IMPOUNDING OF THE VEHICLE ETC 29 1 Ve...

Page 30: ...5 01_26 Rear top box opening 01_26 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 30 1 Vehicle ...

Page 31: ...01_27 Bag clip 01_27 To use the retractable bag hook B mounted on the leg shield back plate pull it slightly towards the back of the vehicle 31 1 Vehicle ...

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Page 33: ...Vespa GTS 300 i e Vespa GTS 300 i e ABS Chap 02 Use 33 ...

Page 34: ...6 The oil level in the in the gearcase 7 The engine oil level 8 The coolant level 02_02 Refuelling 02_02 02_03 Fuel lift the saddle and unscrew the cap B Prescribed fuel Minimum 95 octane unleaded petrol The reserve fuel level is indicated by the warning light F WARNING SWITCH OFF THE ENGINE BEFORE REFUELLING WITH PETROL PETROL IS HIGHLY INFLAMMABLE DO NOT SMOKE AND KEEP NAKED FLAMES AT A DISTANCE...

Page 35: ...AUTION PETROL DAMAGES THE PLASTIC PARTS OF THE BODYWORK CAUTION USING OILS OTHER THAN THOSE RECOMMENDED CAN SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE ENGINE CAUTION DO NOT LET THE GASOLINE RUN OUT IF THIS SHOULD HAPPEN DO NOT CONTINUALLY TRY TO START THE MACHINE MOVE THE IGNITION SWITCH TO OFF AND REFILL THE TANK WITH GASOLINE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE IF YOU DO NOT DO THIS YOU COULD DAMAGE THE FUEL PUMP AND OR THE CATAL...

Page 36: ...he sides or irregular tread wear if this occurs go to an authorised workshop or at least to a workshop equipped to replace tyres CAUTION TIRE PRESSURE SHOULD BE CHECKED WHEN TIRES ARE COLD INCORRECT TIRE PRESSURE CAUSES ABNORMAL TIRE WEAR AND MAKES RIDING DAN GEROUS TIRES MUST BE REPLACED WHEN THE TREAD REACHES THE WEAR LIMITS SET FORTH BY LAW CAUTION DUE TO THE PRESENCE OF ABS TONE WHEELS IF PROV...

Page 37: ... adjuster ring on the bottom of the shock absorbers with a specific wrench for shock absorbers Position 1 minimum pre load rider only Position 2 medium preloading rider only Position 3 medium preloading rider and passenger Position 4 maximum preloading rider passenger and luggage CAUTION RIDING THE VEHICLE WITH THE SPRING PRELOADING NOT CORRECTLY SET FOR THE RIDER AND POSSIBLE PASSENGER COULD REDU...

Page 38: ...UST THE PRELOAD DIFFERENTLY ON THE TWO SHOCK ABSORBERS Running in WARNING DURING THE FIRST 1 000 KM DO NOT RIDE THE VEHICLE OVER 80 OF ITS MAXIMUM SPEED AVOID TWISTING THE THROTTLE GRIP FULLY OR KEEP ING A CONSTANT SPEED ALONG LONG SECTIONS OF ROAD AFTER THE FIRST 1 000 KM GRADUALLY INCREASE SPEED UNTIL REACHING THE MAX IMUM PERFORMANCE 38 2 Use ...

Page 39: ...e grip E in the idle position 3 Insert the key into the ignition switch A and turn it to ON 4 Make sure that the B switch is set to RUN 5 Wait for the engine control warning light to turn off 6 Pull and hold the front C or rear brake lever then press the electric starter button D WARNING THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAKES THE REAR WHEEL TURN EVEN WHEN THE THROTTLE IS SLIGHTLY TWISTED RELEASE THE BRA...

Page 40: ...TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM SPEED WHILE RUNNING DOWNHILL IN ORDER TO AVOID DAMAGING THE ENGINE IN ANY CASE IN ORDER TO PRESERVE THE ENGINE FROM PROLONGED OVER REVVING THE REVOLUTION LIMITER WILL BE ACTIVATED IF THE EN GINE SPEED EXCEEDS THE ESTABLISHED THRESHOLD WARNING AFTER A LONG DISTANCE COVERED AT THE MAXIMUM SPEED DO NOT STOP THE ENGINE IMMEDIATELY BUT LET IT RUN AT IDLE FOR A FEW SECONDS Difficul...

Page 41: ... the switch key A to OFF extractable key or turn the switch B to OFF CAUTION DUE TO THE HIGH TEMPERATURES THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER CAN REACH ALWAYS TAKE CARE WHEN PARKING THE VEHICLE THAT THE SI LENCER DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH FLAMMABLE MATERIALS TO AVOID SERIOUS BURNS CAUTION DO NOT SHUT OFF THE ENGINE WHILE THE VEHICLE IS MOVING UNBURNED FUEL COULD ENTER THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER AND BURN CA...

Page 42: ...mance acceleration and consumption while driving on both flat roads and uphill If you have to stop on an uphill slope traffic lights traffic jam etc only use the brake to keep the vehicle still leaving the motor running at idling 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 capstan It is therefore r...

Page 43: ...e in traffic free zones to get to know your vehicle completely ALWAYS RIDE WITHIN YOUR LIMITS 1 Before riding off remember to put the helmet on and fasten it correctly 2 Reduce speed on rough roads and ride with caution 3 Remember that after riding on a long stretch of wet road without using the brakes braking can be poor at the beginning Under these conditions it is a good idea to operate the bra...

Page 44: ...d result in early wear of the brake pads 8 Remember that any change that modifies the vehicle s performance such as tam pering with original structural parts renders the vehicle not conforming to the approved type and therefore dangerous to ride CAUTION RIDING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL DRUGS OR CERTAIN MEDI CINES CAN BE EXTREMELY DANGEROUS FOR ONESELF AND FOR OTHERS CAUTION ANY ELABORATION TH...

Page 45: ...pped with rear luggage carriers 2 shown in photo During use of the vehicle without a load on the rear luggage carriers it is recommen ded to position the retainer hook A as shown in photo WARNING Maximum admissible load 6 kg 02_17 The GTS 300ie Touring version is equipped with front luggage carriers 3 as well as the rear ones 2 indicated above WARNING Front luggage carrier maximum admissible load ...

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Page 47: ...Vespa GTS 300 i e Vespa GTS 300 i e ABS Chap 03 Maintenance 47 ...

Page 48: ...revent any problems we recommend checking oil level more frequently than indicated in the Scheduled Maintenance table or before setting off on long journeys The vehicle is however equipped with an oil pres sure warning light on the instrument cluster 03_01 Engine oil level check 03_01 03_02 Every time the vehicle is used visually inspect the level of the engine oil when the engine is cold after co...

Page 49: ...ld be topped up after having checked the level and in any case by adding oil without ever exceeding the MAX level Take your vehicle to an Authorised Service Centre to have the engine oil checked and if necessary topped up as indi cated in the scheduled maintenance table 49 3 Maintenance ...

Page 50: ...ur vehicle to an Authorised Serv ice Centre Engine oil change To change the engine oil and the oil filter as indicated in the scheduled maintenance table contact an Authorised Service Centre CAUTION RUNNING THE ENGINE WITH INSUFFICIENT LUBRICATION OR WITH INADE QUATE LUBRICANTS ACCELERATES THE WEAR AND TEAR OF THE MOVING PARTS AND CAN CAUSE IRRETRIEVABLE DAMAGE TOPPING UP THE ENGINE WITH AN EXCESS...

Page 51: ...rear hub oil level proceed as follows 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 ON...

Page 52: ...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 53: ...s soon as these indicators become visible on the tyre tread Also check that the tyres do not show signs of splitting at the sides or irregular tread wear if this occurs go to an authorised workshop or at least to a workshop equipped to replace tyres CAUTION TIRE PRESSURE SHOULD BE CHECKED WHEN TIRES ARE COLD INCORRECT TIRE PRESSURE CAUSES ABNORMAL TIRE WEAR AND MAKES RIDING DAN GEROUS TIRES MUST B...

Page 54: ...SARY TO REPLACE THE TYRES AT AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE NETWORK CENTRE TYRES Front tyre 120 70 12 51P Tubeless Rear tyre Tubeless 130 70 12 62P TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE Front tyre pressure with passenger 1 8 bar Rear tyre pressure with passenger 2 0 bar 2 2 bar 54 3 Maintenance ...

Page 55: ... far as it will go 6 Use the wrench only to tighten it 7 Fit the cap on the spark plug as far as it will go CAUTION SPARK PLUGS MUST BE REMOVED WHEN THE ENGINE IS COLD SPARK PLUGS MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS ARE DESCRIBED IN THE SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE USING NON CONFORMING ELECTRONIC CENTRAL UNITS AND ELECTRONIC IGNITIONS OR SPARK PLUGS OTHER THAN THOSE PRESCRIBED MAY SERIOUSLY DAMAGE THE ENGINE N ...

Page 56: ... warning light on the instrument panel turns on let the engine cool down and check the fluid level if the level is OK contact an Authorised Service Centre 03_11 Check coolant when the engine is cold as indicated in the scheduled maintenance table following the steps below 1 Rest the vehicle upright on the stand and remove the screw A of the expansion tank cap shown in the photograph 2 Check the fl...

Page 57: ... RIDING ENSURE THAT THE LEVEL NEVER EXCEEDS THE MAXIMUM VALUE TO ENSURE CORRECT ENGINE OPERATION KEEP THE RADIATOR GRILLE CLEAN Recommended products AGIP PERMANENT SPECIAL Ethylene glycol antifreeze liquid with organic inhibition additives Red ready to use ASTM D 3306 ASTM D 4656 ASTM D 4985 CUNA NC 956 16 COOLING SYSTEM CAPACITY Cooling system fluid 2 l 57 3 Maintenance ...

Page 58: ...f the braking system carried out Pro ceed as follows 3 remove the tank cover D loosening the two screws E and refill reaching the correct level with the prescribed brake fluid type only and without exceeding the max imum level Under normal climatic conditions the brake fluid should be changed every 2 years This operation must be carried out by trained personnel take your vehicle to an au thorised ...

Page 59: ...tery 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 WARNING IN ORDER TO AVOID DAMAGING THE ELECTRIC SYSTEM NEVER DISCON NECT THE WIRING WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING CAUTION UPON CONNECTING THE BATTERY TERMINALS AVOID CONTACT WITH THE METAL BODY WARNING DO NOT TRY TO REMOVE THE BATTERY SEAL THE ELECT...

Page 60: ...LIANCE WITH REGULA TIONS IN FORCE Characteristic Battery 12V 10Ah 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 TIONS IN FORCE 60 3 Main...

Page 61: ...eeps 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 O...

Page 62: ... B located in the battery compartment The chart shows the position and specifications of the fuses in the vehicle CAUTION BEFORE REPLACING THE BLOWN FUSE TRY TO ELIMINATE THE FAULT THAT HAS CAUSED IT TO BLOW NEVER TRY TO REPLACE A FUSE USING DIFFERENT MATERIAL FOR EXAMPLE A PIECE OF ELECTRIC WIRE CAUTION MODIFICATIONS OR REPAIRS TO THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PERFORMED INCORRECTLY OR WITHOUT STRICT ATTE...

Page 63: ...03_20 Fuse B 03_21 Fuses A 03_22 Fuses A ABS version 63 3 Maintenance ...

Page 64: ...l Fuse No 3 Capacity 10 A Protected circuits Control unit Fuse No 4 Capacity 7 5 A Protected circuits Pre installation for anti theft device turn indicators horn lights relay stop lights USB socket Fuse No 5 Capacity 15 A Protected circuits Front headlight electric fan Pre installation for anti theft device instrument panel ignition switch Fuse No 6 Capacity 7 5 A 64 3 Maintenance ...

Page 65: ... ABS control unit Fuse No 3 Capacity 10 A Protected circuits Control unit Fuse No 4 Capacity 7 5 A Protected circuits Pre installation for anti theft device turn indicators horn lights relay stop lights USB socket Fuse No 5 Capacity 15 A Protected circuits Front headlight electric fan Pre installation for anti theft device instrument panel ignition switch Fuse No 6 Capacity 7 5 A 65 3 Maintenance ...

Page 66: ...o 7 Capacity 20 A Protected circuits ABS control unit 03_23 Lamps 03_23 In this section are listed the bulb types for the vehicle fitting BULBS High low beam light bulb Type Halogen H4 Power 12V 55W 60W Quantity 1 Front daylight running lights Type LED Power 66 3 Maintenance ...

Page 67: ...plate light bulb Type Capless Power 12V 5W Quantity 1 03_24 Front light group 03_24 03_25 03_26 03_27 To remove the front headlight assembly proceed as follows 1 Remove the rear view mirrors 2 Remove the screw A of the front shield grille 3 Remove the fixing screws B of the front handlebar cover 4 Remove the fixing screws C of the rear handlebar cover 5 Remove the front handlebar cover 67 3 Mainte...

Page 68: ... NOT TOUCH THE BULB WITH YOUR FINGERS TO AVOID COMPROMISING ITS FUNCTIONING 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 TH...

Page 69: ...running order and with the tyres inflated to the prescribed pressure onto a flat surface 10 m away from a half lit white screen ensure that the longitudinal axis of the vehicle is perpendicular to the screen 2 Turn on the headlight and check that the boundary of the light beam projected onto the screen is not higher than 9 10 or lower than 7 10 of the distance between the centre of the headlight a...

Page 70: ...b holder from its fitting gently turn the bulb around 30º and remove it Follow the process in reverse order to refit Integrated in the front turn indicators are the daylight running lights of LED type In the event of malfunction we recommend contacting an Authorised Service Centre for replacement BULBS Front and rear turn indicator bulbs Type Capless Power 12V 6W Quantity 4 Front daylight running ...

Page 71: ...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 N B CHECK THE PRESENCE OF THE REAR REFLECTOR IN THE VERSIONS WHERE AVAILABLE REAR LIGH...

Page 72: ...1 03_32 Rear turn indicators 03_32 To gain access to the turn indicator bulbs remove the fastening screws E 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 BULBS Front and rear turn indicator bulbs Type Capless Power 12V 6W 72 3 Maintenance ...

Page 73: ...ing system In this case mainly due to the importance of brakes to guarantee safe riding conditions the vehicle should be taken to an Authorised Service Centre or Dealer CAUTION BRAKING SHOULD BEGIN AFTER ABOUT 1 3 OF 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 FRO...

Page 74: ...ES AT AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE NETWORK CENTRE 03_35 Puncture 03_35 The vehicle is equipped with Tubeless tyres without inner tube In the event of a puncture Tubeless tyres unlike tyres with inner tubes go flat very slowly resulting in a greater steering safety In the event of a puncture an emergency repair can be carried out using an inflate and repair spray can For a final repair take your vehicle t...

Page 75: ...ngine off remove the spark plug and pour 1 2 cm of oil through its hole Operate the starter button 1 2 times for roughly 1 second to turn the engine over slowly then insert the spark plug again 3 Ensure that the fuel tank is at least half full so that the fuel pump is fully covered spread antirust grease on the uncoated metal parts keep the wheels lifted above the ground by resting the chassis on ...

Page 76: ...OTER IS USED ON DUSTY ROADS IT IS NECESSARY TO SERVICE THE TRANSMISSION COVER FILTER SPONGE MORE FREQUENTLY CAUTION WASHING COMPOUNDS COULD POLLUTE THE WATER THE VEHICLE MUST BE WASHED AT A WASHING FACILITY WITH EQUIPMENT FOR PURIFYING THE WASHING WATER WARNING THE USE OF A HIGH PRESSURE WATER JET IS STRONGLY DISCOURAGED FOR ANY ENGINE CLEANING OPERATION HOWEVER IF NO OTHER MEANS ARE AVAILABLE IT ...

Page 77: ...TIC SURFACES SO AS NOT TO DAMAGE THE LUSTRE FINISH OR ALTER THE MECHANICAL PROPERTIES WARNING To avoid the appearance of oxidations wash the vehicle every time it is used in certain areas or in special conditions of Environmental seasonal conditions use of salt de icer chemical products on the road in winter Air pollution city and or industrial areas Salinity and humidity of the atmosphere marine ...

Page 78: ...et the switch back to ON Fuse blown Replace the blown fuse and have the vehicle checked by an Authorised Service Centre IGNITION PROBLEMS Faulty spark plug Contact an Authorised Service Centre Faulty ignition injection control unit Contact an Authorised Service Centre Faulty coil Due to the presence of high voltage this check should only be carried out by an expert Contact an Authorised Service Ce...

Page 79: ...ION AND LOW PERFORMANCE Air filter blocked or dirty Contact an Authorised Service Centre INSUFFICIENT BRAKING Greasy disc Worn pads Faulty braking system Presence of air in the front and rear brake circuit Contact an Authorised Service Centre INEFFICIENT SUSPENSION Shock absorber fault oil leak end buffers damaged shock absorber preloading incorrectly set Contact an Authorised Service Centre 79 3 ...

Page 80: ...AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS CVT rollers and or drive belt damaged Contact an Authorised Service Centre 80 3 Maintenance ...

Page 81: ...Vespa GTS 300 i e Vespa GTS 300 i e ABS Chap 04 Technical data 81 ...

Page 82: ...04_01 82 4 Technical data ...

Page 83: ...nt brake Ø 220 mm disc brake with hydraulic control activated by handlebar right side lever Braking assisted by ABS system where available Rear brake Ø 220 mm disc brake with hydraulic control activated by handlebar left side lever Braking assisted by ABS system where available Wheel rim type Light alloy Front wheel rim 12 x 3 00 Rear wheel rim 12 x 3 00 Front tyre 120 70 12 51P Tubeless Rear tyre...

Page 84: ...gine idle speed 1 700 100 rpm Timing system 4 valves single overhead camshaft chain driven Valve clearance cold engine Intake 0 10 mm Exhaust 0 15 mm MAX power 15 8 kW at 7 500 rpm MAX torque 22 3 at 5 000 rpm Transmission CVT expandable pulley variator with torque server V belt self ventilating dry automatic centrifugal clutch and transmission housing with forced circulation air cooling Final red...

Page 85: ...coil Ignition advance α N three dimensional map managed by control unit Spark plug NGK CR8EKB Alternative spark plug Fuel system Electronic injection with Ø 32 mm throttle body and electric fuel pump Fuel Unleaded petrol max E10 95 RON Exhaust silencer Absorption type exhaust silencer with a 3 way catalytic converter and lambda probe Emissions compliance EURO 3 CAPACITIES Engine oil 1 3 l Transmis...

Page 86: ...Fuel tank capacity 9 5 0 5 l 86 4 Technical data ...

Page 87: ...Vespa GTS 300 i e Vespa GTS 300 i e ABS Chap 05 Spare parts and accessories 87 ...

Page 88: ...ME QUALITY GUARANTEE AS THOSE INITIALLY FITTED ON THE VEHICLE 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 ST...

Page 89: ...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 90: ...90 5 Spare parts and accessories ...

Page 91: ...Vespa GTS 300 i e Vespa GTS 300 i e ABS Chap 06 Scheduled maintenance 91 ...

Page 92: ...ecessary to have your vehicle serviced to the prescribed intervals of time even if you have not reached the predicted mileage Carrying out scheduled services on time is essential for the validity of your warranty For any further information concern ing Warranty procedures and Scheduled Maintenance please refer to the Warranty Booklet SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE km x 1 000 1 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 ...

Page 93: ... I R I R I R I R I R Hub oil R I R I R I R Brake pads I I I I I I I I I I I I I Sliding shoes CVT rollers R R R R R R Tyre pressure and wear I I I I I I I Vehicle road test I I I I I I I Suspension I I I I I I Steering A A A A A A A I CHECK AND CLEAN ADJUST LUBRICATE OR REPLACE IF NECESSARY C CLEAN R REPLACE A ADJUST L LUBRICATE Replace every 2 years 93 6 Scheduled maintenance ...

Page 94: ...AGE SERVICE AND FOLLOWING WHEN REACHING THE MILEAGE EXPIRY GIVEN IN THE MAINTENANCE PLAN THE ANNUAL ROUTINE SERVICE MUST BE CARRIED OUT WITHIN 12 MONTHS AFTER THE LAST SERVICE WHEN THE EXPECTED MILEAGE IS NOT REACHED ROUTINE MAINTENANCE TABLE Vehicle type months 4Str air cooled EFI 12 4Str air cooled EFI 24 4Str liquid cooled EFI 12 4Str liquid cooled EFI 24 4Str carb 12 4Str carb 24 2Str carb 12 ...

Page 95: ... Brake pads I I I I I I I I Tyre pressure and wear I I I I I I I I Suspension I I I I I I I I Steering I I I I I I I I Transmission L L L L L L L L Vehicle road test I I I I I I I I RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS TABLE Product Description Specifications AGIP GEAR SAE 80W 90 Lubricant for gearboxes and transmissions API GL 4 eni i Ride PG 5W 40 Synthetic based lubricant for high performance four stroke engin...

Page 96: ...ganic inhibition additives Red ready to use ASTM D 3306 ASTM D 4656 ASTM D 4985 CUNA NC 956 16 UNIT OF MEASURE CONVERSION ENGLISH SYSTEM TO INTERNATIONAL SYSTEM IS 1 Inch in 25 4 Millimetres mm 1 Foot ft 0 305 Meter m 1 Mile mi 1 609 Kilometre km 1 US Gallon US gal 3 785 Litre l 1 Pound lb 0 454 Kilogram kg 1 Cubic inch in 16 4 Cubic centimetres cm 1 Foot pound lb ft 1 356 Newton meter Nm 1 Miles ...

Page 97: ...l 51 I Identification 29 Immobilizer 23 25 Instrument panel 9 K Keys 23 L Light switch 15 M Maintenance 47 91 94 Mirrors 73 P Puncture 74 R Refuelling 34 S Saddle 28 Scheduled maintenance 91 Shock absorbers 37 Spark plug 55 Stand 42 Start up 15 Switch 14 15 T Tank 26 Technical Data 81 Top box 30 Transmission 42 Turn indicators 72 Tyre pressure 36 Tyres 53 V Vehicle 7 75 76 97 ...

Page 98: ... changes to components parts or accessories which it considers necessary to improve the product or which are required for manufacturing or construction reasons Not all versions models shown in this publication are available in all countries The availability of each model should be checked at the official PIAGGIO sales network Copyright 2016 Piaggio C S p A All rights reserved Reproduction of this ...

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