Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product GTS 250 Vespa
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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.
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 .
Personal safety Failure to completely observe these instructions will result in serious risk of personal injury. Safeguarding the environment Sections marked with this symbol indicate the correct use of the vehicle to prevent dam- aging the environment.
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INDEX VEHICLE ...................................................................................... 7 Dashboard ................................................................................ 8 Analogue instrument panel .............................
Warnings ................................................................................... 78 PROGRAMMED MAINTENANCE ................................
Vespa GTS 250 Chap. 01 Vehicle 7.
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 indicat.
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01_03 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 ».
01_05 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.
Releasing the steering wheel Reinsert the key and turn it to « OFF ». CAUTION DO NOT TURN THE KEY TO «LOCK» OR «OFF» WHILE RIDING. 01_07 Switch direction indicators (01_07) Lever towards " .
01_08 Horn button (01_08) Push the « C » button to sound the horn. 01_09 Light switch (01_09) 0 = Low beam and side light 1 = High beam and side light 13 1 Vehicle.
01_10 Start-up button (01_10) Starter button " G " 01_11 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 IM- MOBILIZER » electronic engine locking device that is activated automatically when the starter key is removed.
01_12 01_13 01_14 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.
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.
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.
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.
Intermediate step - blu key 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.
01_16 01_17 01_18 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 ».
01_19 01_20 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 ".
01_22 01_23 CAUTION BE REMINDED THAT ALTERING IDENTIFICATION REGISTRATION NUMBERS CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS PENAL SANCTIONS (IMPOUNDING OF THE VEHICLE, ETC.). 01_24 Rear top box opening (01_24) Insert the key into the switch and press down until the glove compartment opens.
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Vespa GTS 250 Chap. 02 Use 25.
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.
DO NOT ALLOW PETROL TO COME INTO CONTACT WITH HOT ENGINE OR ANY PLASTIC PARTS. CAUTION PETROL DAMAGES THE PLASTIC PARTS OF THE BODYWORK. CAUTION USING OILS OTHER THAN THOSE RECOMMENDED CAN SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE ENGINE.
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02_03 Tyre pressure (02_03) Check the tyre pressure and wear periodically (roughly every 500 km). The tyres are equipped with wear indicators; the tyres should be replaced as soon as these indica- tors become visible on the tyre tread.
02_04 Shock absorbers adjustment (02_04) The preloading of the springs can be adjusted to 4 positions using the ring nut located in the lower part of the shock absorbers and the specific spanner supplied.
02_05 Running in (02_05) WARNING DURING THE FIRST 1000 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 1000 KM, GRADUALLY INCREASE SPEED UNTIL REACHING THE MAX- IMUM PERFORMANCE.
02_07 CAUTION DO NOT START-UP THE ENGINE IN CLOSED AREAS BECAUSE EXHAUST GASES ARE TOXIC. Precautions CAUTION NEVER STRESS THE ENGINE AT LOW TEMPERATURES IN ORDER TO AVOID POSSIBLE DAMAGE. BE CAREFUL NEVER TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM SPEED WHILE RUNNING DOWNHILL, IN ORDER TO AVOID DAMAGING THE ENGINE.
Difficult start up In the rare case of flooding the engine, to facilitate start-up, it is possible to try to put the vehicle into action with the gas hand grip partially or completely open.
Stand (02_10) CENTRE STAND Push with your foot on the centre stand's fork « F » while lifting the vehicle backward, holding onto the handlebar. 02_10 SIDE STAND With your foot push the projection of the stand « L » in order to open it and at the same time lean the vehicle on you.
02_12 1. Do not continue riding in such conditions. 2. Let the clutch cool down with the engine at idle speed for a few minutes. Safe driving (02_13, 02_14) WARNING SOME SIMPLE TIPS ARE PROVIDED BELOW THAT WILL ENABLE YOU TO USE YOUR SCOOTER ON A DAILY BASIS IN GREATER SAFETY AND WITH MORE PEACE OF MIND.
02_14 4 . Do not brake hard on a wet surface, on dirt tracks or on any slippery road surface. 5. If you have to brake, use both brakes in order to divide the braking action between both wheels. 6. Avoid starting off by mounting the scooter while it is still resting on its stand.
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.
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Vespa GTS 250 Chap. 03 Maintenance 39.
Engine oil level In 4T engines, engine oil is used to lubricate the distribution elements, main bearings and thermal group. An insufficient quantity of oil can cause serious damage to the engine itself. In all four-stroke engines, a loss of efficiency in oil performance and consumption should be considered normal.
Warning light (insufficient oil pressure) The vehicle is equipped with a warning light that lights up when the key is turned to the « ON ». However, this light should switch off once the engine has been started.
WARNING EXCESSIVE OIL LEVEL AT TOP-UPS CAN LEAD TO SCALE FORMATION AND VEHICLE MALFUNCTION. CAUTION USED OILS CONTAIN SUBSTANCES HARMFUL TO THE ENVIRONMENT. FOR OIL CHANGE, CONTACT AN AUTHORISED PIAGGIO SERVICE CENTRE, AS THEY ARE EQUIPPED TO DISPOSE OF USED OILS IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY AND LEGAL WAY.
03_04 03_05 Hub oil level (03_04, 03_05) Check the oil in the rear hub. To check the 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.
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 ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY AND LEGAL WAY.
03_06 Tyres (03_06) Check tyre pressure periodically (about every 500 km). Tyres feature wear indicators; replace tyres as soon as these indicators become visible on the tyre tread.
03_07 03_08 Spark plug dismantlement (03_07, 03_08) Proceed as follows: 1. lift the saddle « A » 2. lift the helmet compartment « B » and reach into the spark plug with your hand; 3. disconnect cap of the spark plug HV wire; 4. unscrew the spark plug using the spark plug spanners « D » supplied; 5.
03_09 03_10 03_11 Removing the air filter (03_09, 03_10, 03_11, 03_12) Proceed as follows: 1. unscrew the fixing screw « A ». 2. unscrew the nut « B » under the body. 3. remove the left side fairing. 4. remove the helmet compartment; 5. unscrew the fixing screws « C » that can be reached once the helmet compartment has been removed; 6.
03_12 Oil for air filter sponge Mineral oil with specific additives for increased adhesiveness 03_13 03_14 Cooling fluid level (03_13, 03_14) Engine cooling is carried out by a forced-circulation coolant system; the cooling system holds about 2.100 ÷ 2.
If the fluid is near the minimum level, top-up only when the engine is cold. If it is nec- essary to top up the coolant frequently, or if the expansion tank is completely dry, you should look for the cause in the cooling system. Have the cooling system checked at an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre .
03_15 03_16 Checking the brake oil level (03_15, 03_16) The brake reservoirs are located on top of the pumps, underneath the handlebar cover (front on the rhs and rear on the left). The procedures for the inspection of the brake fluid level for the front and rear brakes are identical.
CAUTION AVOID CONTACT OF BRAKE FLUID WITH EYES, SKIN, AND CLOTHING. IN CASE OF CONTACT, RINSE WITH WATER. THE BRAKING CIRCUIT FLUID IS HYGROSCOPIC, THAT IS, IT ABSORBS HUMIDITY FROM THE SURROUNDING AIR. IF THE HUMIDITY IN THE BRAKING FLUID EXCEEDS A CERTAIN VALUE, IT WILL LEAD TO INEFFICIENT BRAKING.
03_18 03_19 ER TOO MUCH IN ORDER TO AVOID DANGEROUS LEAKAGE OF BATTERY ELECTROLYTE . CAUTION ELECTROLYTE CONTAINS SULPHURIC ACID: AVOID CONTACT WITH EYES, SKIN AND CLOTHES. IN THE CASE OF ACCIDENTAL CONTACT, RINSE WITH ABUNDANT OF WATER AND CONSULT A DOCTOR.
WARNING SPENT BATTERIES ARE HARMFUL FOR THE ENVIRONMENT. COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT IN COMPLIANCE WITH CURRENT REGULATIONS. Long periods of inactivity Battery performance will decrease if the vehicle is not used for a long time.
WARNING DO NOT DISCONNECT THE BATTERY CABLES WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING, THIS CAN CAUSE PERMANENT DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE ELECTRONIC CON- TROL UNIT. WARNING SPENT BATTERIES ARE HARMFUL FOR THE ENVIRONMENT. COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT IN COMPLIANCE WITH CURRENT REGULATIONS.
CAUTION MODIFICATIONS OR REPAIRS TO THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, PERFORMED INCORRECTLY OR WITHOUT STRICT ATTENTION TO THE TECHNICAL SPEC- IFICATIONS OF THE SYSTEM, CAN CAUSE ERRORS IN FUNCTIONING AND RISK OF FIRE.
Dashboard lighting, intercom and anti-theft device pre-wiring Fuse box arrangement : 5 Fuse capacity : 10 A Protected circuits : Dashboard lighting, intercom and anti-theft device pre-wiring High and .
Protected circuits : Front and rear side lights, dashboard lighting 03_20 03_21 57 3 Maintenance.
03_22 03_23 03_24 58 3 Maintenance.
03_25 03_26 03_27 Front light group (03_26, 03_27, 03_28, 03_29, 03_30) To remove the headlight assembly, proceed as follows: 1: remove the riding mirrors. 2: remove screw « A » from the front grille. 3: remove the front handlebar cover fixing screw, « B ».
03_28 03_29 N.B. IF MISTING IS NOTICED ON THE INSIDE OF THE HEADLAMP GLASS, THIS DOES NOT INDICATE A FAULT AND IS RELATED TO THE 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.
03_31 03_32 Headlight adjustment (03_31, 03_32) Proceed as follows: 1 . Place the vehicle in running order and with the tyres inflated to the prescribed pres- sure, on a flat surface 10 m away from a white screen situated in a shaded area, making sure that the longitudinal axis of the scooter is perpendicular to the screen; 2 .
03_34 Rear optical unit (03_34) Remove screw « A » to remove the rear headlight assembly. Access to taillight bulbs, stop light bulb and license plate bulb.
Rear-view mirrors Adjust the mirrors by applying slight pressure to the side of the mirror to move it to the desired position. 03_36 03_37 Front and rear disc brake (03_36, 03_37) The brake disc and pad wear is automatically compensated, therefore it has no effect on the functioning of the front and rear brakes.
CAUTION THE PRESENCE OF SAND, MUD, SNOW MIXED WITH SALT, ETC. ON THE ROAD, CAN DRASTICALLY REDUCE THE DURATION OF THE BRAKE PADS. IN ORDER TO AVOID THIS, WE RECOMMEND WASHING THE VEHICLE FRE- QUENTLY WHEN RIDING IN THESE ROAD CONDITIONS. 03_38 Puncture (03_38) The vehicle is equipped with Tubeless tyres (without inner tube).
03_39 Periods of inactivity (03_39) We recommend carrying out the following operations: 1. Clean the scooter thoroughly and then cover it with a canvas; 2 . With the engine off and the piston in the bottom dead centre position, remove the spark plug, and pour into its hole 1 t0 2 cc of the recommended oil.
WARNING IF THE SCOOTER IS USED ON DUSTY ROADS IT IS NECESSARY TO SERVICE THE TRANSMISSION COVER FILTER SPONGE MORE FREQUENTLY. CAUTION DETERGENTS CAN POLLUTE WATER. THE VEHICLE MUST BE WASHED AT A WASH STATION EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL WATER PURIFICATION SYSTEM.
CLOTHS SOAKED IN PETROL, DIESEL OIL OR KEROSENE FOR CLEANING THE PAINTED OR PLASTIC SURFACES SO AS NOT TO DAMAGE THE LUSTRE FINISH OR ALTER THE MECHANICAL PROPERTIES. STARTING FAILURE Emergency switch in «OFF» Set the switch back to « ON » Fuse blown Replace the blown fuse and have the vehicle checked by an Authorised Service Centre.
LACK OF COMPRESSION Loose spark plug. Screw in the spark plug tightly Cylinder head loose, piston gas rings worn. Contact an Authorised Service Centre. Valve stuck Contact an Authorised Service Centre. HIGH CONSUMPTION AND LOW PERFORMANCE Air filter blocked or dirty.
INEFFICIENT SUSPENSIONS Shock absorber fault, oil leak, end buffer damaged; shock absorber preloading incorrectly set Contact an Authorised Service Centre. IRREGULAR AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Variator rollers and/or driving belt damaged Contact an Authorised Service Centre.
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Vespa GTS 250 Chap. 04 Technical data 71.
T ECHNICAL DATA Engine Single-cylinder, four-stroke Bore x stroke 72 x 60 mm Cubic capacity 244.29 cm³ Compression ratio 10.5 - 11.5 : 1 Ignition advance (before TDC) variable (integrated into the ignition system) Spark plug CHAMPION RG 4 PHP Max. speed 120 km/h Valve clearance intake: 0.
Lubrication Engine lubrication with lobe pump (inside crankcase) controlled by a chain with double filter: mesh and paper. Cooling Forced fluid circulation, with engine driven pump; 3-way thermostat to pump intake.
Chassis Stamped plate supporting body. Kerb weight 151 ± 5 kg Maximum admitted weight ~ 340 kg Petrol tank ~ 9.2 l (approximate value) Reserve 2÷2.5 l (approximate value) Engine oil Capacity: 1.3 l (dry) ; 1.2 l (when changing oil and filter) Rear hub oil Capacity approximately 250 cc Cooling system Capacity: ~ 2.
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Kit equipment 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.
Vespa GTS 250 Chap. 05 Spare parts and accessories 77.
05_01 Warnings (05_01) WARNING TO PREVENT ACCIDENTS AND TO GUARANTEE PROPER STABILITY, PER- FORMANCE AND SAFETY, RIDE THE VEHICLE VERY CAREFULLY WHEN IT IS FITTED WITH ACCESSORIES OR WITH UNUSUAL LOADS.
WARNING NEVER RIDE THE SCOOTER EQUIPPED WITH ACCESSORIES (TOP BOX AND/ OR WINDSHIELD) AT A SPEED HIGHER THAN 100 km/h. THE SCOOTER CAN BE RIDDEN AT A HIGHER SPEED WITHOUT THE ACCES- SORIES MENTIONED BEFORE WITHIN THE LIMITS ESTABLISHED BY LAW.
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Vespa GTS 250 Chap. 06 Programmed maintenance 81.
06_01 Scheduled maintenance table (06_01) Adequate maintenance is fundamental to ensuring long-lasting, optimum operation and performance of your vehicle. To this end, a series of checks and maintenance operations (at the owner's expense) have been suggested, which are included in the summary table on the following page.
km x 1,000 1 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 Coolant * I I I I I I I Engine oil R I R 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 blocks / variable speed .
Product Description Specifications AGIP GP 330 Grease for brake levers, throttle White calcium complex soap-based spray grease with NLGI 2; ISO-L-XBCIB2 AGIP CITY HI TEC 4T Engine oil SAE 5W-40, API S.
TABLE OF CONTENTS A Air filter: 47 B Battery: 51 , 52 Brake: 50 , 63 C Clock: 10 D Disc brake: 63 Display: 10 E Engine oil: 40 , 41 Engine stop: 14 F Fuel: 20 Fuses: 54 H Headlight: 61 Horn: 13 Hub oi.
The descriptions and illustrations given in this publication are not binding. While the basic specifications as described and illustrated in this manual remain unchanged, PIAGGIO-GILERA reserves the r.
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