‘Scooter Master’ Vespa Launches Completely Redesigned GTS Model

Italian scooter brand Vespa unveiled the completely redesigned GTS model.

Italomoto, the official Korean importer of Vespa, held the model launch event on the 21st at the Creative Lounge Cosiiety in Seongsu, Seoul. This model will be released in three trims: Classic, Super Sport, and Supertech.

Models are posing (from left) on the Vespa GTS Super Sport Green Olive and Super Tech Blue Deep.
[Photo by Vespa]

The GTS, Vespa's flagship model and its only big-body model, maintains Vespa's unique classic style while incorporating environmentally friendly engines, Vespa's first smart key, and the latest technologies such as the MIA system that connects with smartphones. The instrument panel remains unchanged, allowing full use of smartphones through the Vespa MIA connectivity system. The Supertech trim offers the latest TFT color display.

All versions of the GTS are equipped with two state-of-the-art engines: the 125 I-get single-cylinder engine and the 300 HPE (High Performance Engine). It is made from 100% recyclable steel and features suspension adjustment functions.

A keyless system that allows starting the engine without inserting the key simplifies operations such as engine start and seat opening.

Nikolai Simone, Vespa Asia-Pacific representative, said, “The Korean market favors premium segment products more than other Asia-Pacific markets,” adding, “Sales of the GTS and GTV account for nearly 40% of total Vespa sales.” He also added, “This fully changed GTS model is expected to drive growth in the Korean market.”

CEO Hong Sung-in of Italomoto is introducing the completely redesigned Vespa GTS model.
[Photo by Vespa]

Hong Sung-in, CEO of Italomoto, said, “The newly launched ALL NEW GTS is a product that satisfies customer needs in every aspect, including technology, design, and eco-friendliness,” and predicted, “Especially, the fact that the most popular Super Sport among GTS products is now available in 125cc will be good news for 125cc customers who have long desired more sophisticated and sporty colors.”

He continued, “We are preparing to launch the new GTV and hold a large-scale test ride event in the second half of 2023.”

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