I’ve said it before and will say it again - a true car guy also loves motorcycles and vespas. Vespas are one of the biggest automotive icons

I know these videos don’t always net the views and money, but I’d love to see more scoots!

@BoopSnoot

3 жыл бұрын

Or you could just get a used VStrom for about the same money, have plenty of suspension travel and comfortable, and with a tail case have as much or more storage and it can still cruise at 80mph if needed and is very nimble in the street and you don't look like you're riding a girl scooter. Vstroms aren't fast either, but they're faster than that.

@ernestolopez9364

3 жыл бұрын

@@BoopSnoot No one who rides a Vstrom can compare their intelligent, lackluster decision to the sophistication and elegance of a Vespa.

@BoopSnoot

3 жыл бұрын

@@ernestolopez9364 Sophiaticated and elegent? Thats such a colorful way to say fruity.

@rainchains

3 жыл бұрын

@@BoopSnoot "sophiaticated" "elegent" - lol. fruity? hardly. Vespa owners can spell, too.

@BoopSnoot

3 жыл бұрын

@@rainchains So what Im typing on a tiny phone keyboard and missed a key. Now go jump on your vespa over to your bf's house and whine to him how someone was mean to you on the internet.

Any motorcycle rider who can't have fun on a scooter isn't doing it right. Love my bikes but also love scooters. They were first conceived to be efficient city utility vehicles. I've had plenty of various Vespas over the years and they have all been built as tough as tanks and age like a good red wine, As much an art piece parked in the lounge room as it is grinding out the miles, rain hail shine as your daily transport tool. Ergonomics are absolutely spot on, great for two up riding.

@leewatkeys9065

2 жыл бұрын

Definitely agree, have a Triumph Thunderbird Sport and a 300gts super sport. Guess what I used to go to the British MOTO GP at Silverstone yesterday. Only saw 2 other Vespas in the car park. Mine is a 2010 with 44,000 km (it’s in km not miles). At an indicated 70mph it’s about 10mph out ie only 60mph. We can lane split (we call it filtering in UK) anywhere and it makes a journey so much nicer. 👍🏻

@nikitis13

2 жыл бұрын

@@leewatkeys9065 👌Brilliant!

How cool that Vespa now has a 300. In August of 1980, my wife and I took our Vespa 200 from Minneapolis to Seattle via Highway 2. We had Harley's turning around to check us out. After packing all our furniture in a rental truck, we rolled the Vespa up into the back and moved back to the Twin Cities. Good times with Vespa Mama!

Why did I find this more interesting than a review of a car?

@ImStuckInStockton

3 жыл бұрын

ur gay

@mildmanneredthinkingman9323

3 жыл бұрын

There is something relaxing about it. And it's such a different perspective from a car. Also, it was so much clearer to hear Matt's voice. Not that I don't complain about great raw engine noise from cars or anything.

@SixSpeedSeven

3 жыл бұрын

More realistic experience compared to canyon carving.

@BoopBobBeep

3 жыл бұрын

4 wheels move your body. 2 wheels move your soul!

@turtleonmeth1560

3 жыл бұрын

I don’t know about more interesting but I definitely love the 2 wheel content fr

I had a 2012 300 GTS and it’s one of my all time favorite bikes. Scooters are an absolute blast and better at getting around a city or small town than a motorcycle. Once you experience it you understand.

Big Farah on a scooter made my day! Having no ego when it comes to two wheels is the best mindset for the most fun! Ride safe bro!

I ride a BMW K1300S but my dad has a GTS 300 and every time I see him I try and ride the Vespa because it really is a ton of fun. The bike feels super solid and comfortable and since you don't need to worry about launching or shifting its really quick for little red light races.

One of the best GTS 300 reviews I 've ever seen! Really! But when we talk about safety, because safety comes first, 75 miles per hour is not enough when riding on the highway. I own a Vespa GTS HPE '19 and I bought the Kubler disc in order to "make" it reach 83-85 miles per hour. The only reason was my safety and not being "Maverick supersonic"! You don't buy a Vespa to go like the SR-71... I love vespas since childhood but, in my opinion, new vespa's should have more power than 24 hp's... Keep up the good job! 👍👍

Need more 2 wheels review.

My 2006 LX150 is a game changer. Once you Vespa, you'll wonder how you lived without one. It just makes it so fun and easy to get around a city.

@chancellemesse359

3 жыл бұрын

Would you recommend it in the winter?

@MaadScience

3 жыл бұрын

@@chancellemesse359 It depends on how harsh your winter is. If you bundle up (heavy gloves, balaklava, dry boots), you can totally ride in the cold and wet, just avoid snow and ice.

4:15 seeing a bmw using its turn signals is like watching unicorns mate

I bought mine (2021 GTS 300 HPE Touring) 4 days ago and have been riding only full size motorcycles until then. I am planning to use the Vespa as a daily commuter to work and the motorcycle on week ends. I couldn't agree more with your review. Thank you for doing it.

Not had a scoot for 34 yrs . Sold my wr450 Yamaha last September . Been riding my 2015 gts super today and I’m 18 again . Love it !!

Lol hey man I’ll take whatever 2 wheel content you’ll throw at me, nice scoot 👌

@IvanGarcia-ug7mf

3 жыл бұрын

but we would appreciate more from TST. .

As a vintage Vespa rider who rides motorcycles and drives cars your review is totally spot on. I've ridden the Vespa 300 and it's a great bike. If ones not taking the freeway then the 150cc is a good choice as well. Very good fit and finish with the Vespa!

Mr. Farah just answer the highway 300cc question once and for all. Unless you want to do excessive speeding, 300cc is plenty for every day commute, highway or not.

@jameshchetwyndjr9739

2 жыл бұрын

Had 100cc bike. Fine

I’m with you 100% on lane splitting. You were right on with all that. Should be legal everywhere. From a fellow Cali motorcyclist.

I hope you never stop auto journalism. You’re a pleasure to watch and listen too. Please don’t ever stop. Also, that WCCS driveway is super smooth. 😊

I have 2 motorcycles and a Vespa GTS Super 300. I love my Vespa and it will always be in my stable! Great video! Top speed on mine with my 180 lbs is 82 MPH.

I have seen so many vehicle reviews on KZread. This is by far the best. Very practical and to the point. Great job

I've been riding motorcycles for 50 years and have always loved Vespas since day one. Perhaps one of these days. Thanks for the ride, Ciao.

I got a killer deal on a Vespa S150 which is like s tripped down modern looking sleeker vespa. It was easily the most fun i've had on the road and i've driven some crazy things. Vespa's are way more fun than most realize, if you haven't ridden one, ride one! SO fun, SO practical, SO efficient!

Wow, wasn't expecting to see Matt on a Vespa. Great video, love how realistic and down to earth Matt is. I live in Italy and of course Vespas are everywhere. Now I'm thinking about a 300.

thesmokingscooter great content

Some motorcyclists won't give a scooterist the hand wave or head nod. They should meet you and realize that we are all riding on two-wheels. Great review and the profile just made me love my Vespa that much more.

1:12 missed the opportunity to say "THISSS".

@jonathanshepard1517

3 жыл бұрын

you have to wear two tshirts before you say it

@sethchandler2539

3 жыл бұрын

@@jonathanshepard1517 and khakis

@LavenderOrc

3 жыл бұрын

Seth Chandler Cargo shorts and Walmart shoes

@sethchandler2539

3 жыл бұрын

@@LavenderOrc sketchers or new balance?

@sethchandler2539

3 жыл бұрын

@@LavenderOrc or starter lmao

LOVED your video!!!! Well commentated and extremely informative. Seeing you ride while commenting on the GTS 300 and riding in california was fun and made me happy to have invested in the 2023 GTS 300 here in Queensland Australia. Loved it!!!!

As someone who has seen some shit after riding 10,000 miles in Saigon, Vietnam traffic on a 115 Yamaha, I approve of this message. That Vespa is a sweet motobike and has serious street cred in Ho Chi Min City.

@alexandertsapin1649

3 жыл бұрын

Yap, 300cc Vespa is good weapon to punish those racer boys on there exciters and winners.

@wileecoyote5749

2 жыл бұрын

Ask ChYYYna

The Vespa GTS, in all its incarnations from the original 250 that I have to the current 300 HPE models, is an exceptionally capable machine for all sorts of riding. I have 44,000 miles on my 2006 GTS 250 and it's running as well now as it did when I bought it. And as your video suggests, it is just fun to ride. I've posted videos on my channel that illustrate how the GTS is far more than something to ride in town, but is an excellent choice for all sorts of backroad adventures and is my only choice for riding through winter here in Central Pennsylvania.

@randylee2549

7 ай бұрын

Rust from winter use ?

@ScooterintheSticks

7 ай бұрын

@@randylee2549 The salt, slush, and grit definitely take a toll on the surface of the mechanical parts of scooter. Not so much rust as an "etching" on things. The only rust issues I have had are on the muffler (annual repainting needed) and on the underside near the front wheel where stones and grit slowly wore off the paint and started some surface rust. I had the underside repainted after 10 years and it has been fine since then. But if you plan to ride in winter where you will encounter salt and grit it will have an effect.

Nice review mate. I ride big bikes like the ZZR600 and discovered the Vespa 3-4 years ago to commute around London, never looked back since. My pride and joy is a vintage styled 2009 Vespa GTV250ie in Ivory/Cream colour. #ViviLaVita 💪🏼

Absolutely great content and video. Can’t recommend this dude enough. Love Vespa!

I've had my GTS for a tad over five years, and love it as much as the day I rode it home from the dealer. Your description of the bike, and the experience of riding it, is spot-on, and hearing this from a car guy is especially impressive. This bike is my sole transportation here in the Northeast, and ride virtually year-round (minus the occasional bit of heavy ice and snow drifts…not much of that the last two winters, but this time around is supposed to be different, like everything else in 2020). And it takes me everywhere I want or need to go, via two-lane or superslab. (Do a twice-weekly-average, 110-mile round-trip between the Jersey Shore and NYC). Glad you're enjoying the hell out of yours. (Hot tip: Go for the "Euro-spec" Vespa Flyscreen; just big enough to take pressure off your chest at higher speeds, and since you wear a FF helmet, it should be near-perfect. It also adds a few mph to the bike's top end…I top out a bit over 80mph on a regular basis.)

@ScooterintheSticks

2 жыл бұрын

The ice and snow riding, while possible, presents all sorts of challenges as I'm sure you know. And to add insult to injury, there's the toll to the machine from salt and grit. My GTS has suffered greatly from it.

ive been riding for 30 years and this is the most understandable and relatable commentary on motorcycling ever thankyou.. i couldnt have said it better myself. im from vermont so i get the lane splitting thing. if we could only inform other motorcyclists not to ruin the privilege it could happen elsewhere but the loud pipe and redliner people arent adult about riding sometimes unfortunately. lx150, zrx1100, tw200

I have a GTS 300 Super as well, I agree with everything Matt says in this video. Go out and buy one, they're 7 grand out the door.

@gustavomacias3531

2 жыл бұрын

This video is brilliant. I have one and love it, my other motorcycle is a Harley Electra Glide, I commute to work on my Vespa almost every day

Agreed. Lane splitting needs to be more widespread. I've snuck by some traffic on the shoulder before at a light, and gotten dirty looks even though I wasn't bothering anyone. People just need to get over themselves.

I’m fully supportive of any and all vehicle videos. Bring the scooters, boats, planes, cars, bikes, etc

Great review Matt. Another bike that you might like to review is the Honda NC700. You get it in a DCT and it has a glove/helmet compartment where the tank is supposed to be. Keep up with the motorcycle reviews. They are really good.

@TheSmokingTire

3 жыл бұрын

my good friend Tim has one of those he loves it I think it's super fucking weird. I should do a video with it though.

@ethanswart1168

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheSmokingTire they are definitely a bit weird. I think It’s a good stepping stone for someone that does not want to ride a scooter or is looking for the next step.

@stepheneridania

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheSmokingTire do the manual please.i used to own one .6ft4 300lbd. The hidden gas tank was sooo useful

@855glt

3 жыл бұрын

My wife has had a NC750X for 3 years now. I absolutely hate how much I love it.

@BoopBobBeep

3 жыл бұрын

In my country Singapore this is a training bike for higher cc motorcycle license but in manual. I agree the fuel tank is hidden under pillion seat instead of the front for storage.

Good review. Love my GTS 250. Friends ask why I like the little Vespa. I let them ride it, then they want one. Plenty fast, hauls groceries and feels like vacation. I have far more powerful bikes and my Vespa is ridden most.

easily one of your best vids

I’m 68 years old and still ride a sport bike but when it gets harder to get a leg up over a seat I won’t have a problem to ride a Vespa.

My first motorized bike was a 1978 150 I still have it. Yes the luxury is being able to do things that other people can't and to keep moving you're so right with that. And there's nothing better than Lane splitting

Had a PCX125 for a bit and honestly it was a ton of fun. Lots of storage, easy to ride, and it was faster than 75% of cars from light to light and got 125mpg... hard to argue as a commuter vehicle

i have a 2013 Piaggio BV350 and i agree with everything you've said in this video. it makes my life so much easier!

we just got one of these, and for mobility downtown & especially parking (which is scarce in europe) these bikes are like cheatcodes

Love the Burt Reynolds as The Bandit mural.

Living right down the street makes me feel like I'm watching my own commute video. Nice scooter Matt!

I have a 200hp Zh2 and a 24hp Vespa 300 GTS HPE. I hear you about having no ego about riding. I ride the Vespa more.

@iflovewasred823

3 жыл бұрын

Is it the HPE SuperTech? I got that one last year and the Grey color is BEAUTIFUL. I would love to talk to someone that has the Supertech, though. I still have a few questions about it that I can't seem to find answers for online.

@forrysc

3 жыл бұрын

@@iflovewasred823 the hpe is the motor. There’s a super tech hpe also. All 2020 and later Vespa 300s have the new hpe engine.

@iflovewasred823

3 жыл бұрын

@@forrysc I understand. :) I have the HPE Super Tech and was wondering if you did as well. But I guess you would have said that if you did... lol.

Driven many 500+hp cars but love my little 125cc Vespa. As you said. It’s luxury to save shitloads of time & park it anywhere. Nobody’s faster during rush hours. And its so comfy.

I love that you did a scooter review. I've got several myself. You should attend an Amerivespa event. Imagine going on a nice country road ride with 500 friends!

There is a whorde of modded Vespas in Seattle and they sound AWESOME. Like a whole gang that rides together, pretty cool. They rumble like you wouldn't believe.

@Granto-ni9qw

3 жыл бұрын

R they mods ???? I'm in Durham England UK

Been riding Lambretta and old school Vespas since 1980 and are seriously thinking of getting one of these. Not getting any younger and would like something I don’t have to mess about with nearly every other weekend 😂. The Gts looks fab 👌🏾

I had the same bike and loved riding through heavy traffic. So much fun

Having been a motorcycle rider for more than 40 years I traded to a 650 Suzuki Bergman. I think it's great in town and cruises comfortably at 80mph on the highway !

The video stabilizer is amazing. Buttery smooth

What a great little video. I am on the fence about getting one. Got my learner's bike license in January 2022 and been shopping around to find the best vechile. Thanks for the review. Would have been nice to see more pros/cons and features.

I am owning my Vespa Lx150 for four years now ,i am hooked..as i am asian malaysian malay guy , Lx150 is enough for me..and maybe one day i will upgrade to the 300..as i love your channel..i am supprised that you love vespa too..😁❤️✌🏻

I am considering financing one. This video pushed me to do research and I'm thankful for your kickass input. I was indecisive about spending my money on a Vespa like this vs a Zuma or Grom. I’m gonna agree with the crowd, we love 2 wheel videos 🤙🏼

@dank9288639

2 жыл бұрын

you get one bro?

@bignicky8861

2 жыл бұрын

@@dank9288639 no bought a ninja 500 starter bike love it

Yes! Finally the Vespa review!

I’m getting my first job this year and I’m so excited to buy this , gonna take a full year of working to get it

I like Vespa too. My primavera 125 is almost at 34,000 miles. I have a mid size dorky screen, but it's a lot colder here in the UK than where you are and I deliveroo in the evenings. Lots of fun !

Awesome review, thanks for sharing from Australia

Great thing with the Vespa - you get a decent sized motor in a still compact chassis. The fast scooters from other manufacturers are big for round town. I own a 2004 Vespa ET2, with an engine mount from a Piaggio Zip 125 the 300 motor slots right in. Once I’ve figured out the rad plumbing and switching to a Malossi carb I’ll have a small frame scoot with an everyday reliable 20+hp. Best way to travel round town 👍

Man I really enjoyed this video.. good stuff man..

Dude, i am so excited about getting one these babies.

Great video! Love it. I had a 125 Vespa that came as a part of a cardeal (74 Camaro) and I ended up loving the Vespa ....

Scooters are fun, had a 110 trail as a kid loved every minute of it.

Beautiful green! I love my 07- GTS250. Awesome machines!

YESSSS! Scooter content!!

that's the color of my vespa sprint 150 and I get so many compliments on it! I love vespa :)

i had a 63 allstate when I was a teenager. It was a vespa with sears allstate name on it. it was my first experience driving in traffic. I sometimes wish I still had it. the style hasn't changed much since then either.

Wow great review--thank you! Well done stout yeoman!

1:51 No sir. The 2019 gts 300 HPE is the fastest production Vespa ever made. With 23,8 HP. You're testing an older model

@iflovewasred823

3 жыл бұрын

I was about to say the same thing. I had to double check the video's post date. I got the HPE Supertech and that thing zooms.

WOW MATT ON A VESPA that s kool and l like he s honest about it all . l remember riding my uncles around the country side all day and had the biggest smile on my face though he still wont part with it :( 30yrs and still going ,of course he uses it to run errands :)

If if this was a paid promotion I wouldnt be mad, Matt is so genuinely enthusiastic about this thing.

@DoubleADubstep

2 жыл бұрын

Love your PFP

Great see some scootin on here. I ride an old Vespa P200e and a Honda Big Ruckus that I pushed home today 2 miles after the belt snapped. I did ride a friends 2014 GTS and gps’d the top speed of 82

I picked up a PCX150 when I moved to SF. Was worried that I'd miss big bikes. Totally the opposite and Matt has everything right in the video. Riding a scooter is just so easy, fun, and convenient (especially in California or the rest of the world where splitting is legal).

I was 12 years old living in Denver in 1960 and at that time I could rent a Vespa scooter. No license required, only money. I had my own little lawn mowing business and I spent half my profits on Vespa's.

Great review. Planning on getting the new model next summer!

My first real motorcycle-ish was also a Vespa 50! That lead to a Sprint 125 and eventually a Vespa 300. That 300 was a two-stroke torquemonster!

Looks like me riding a pedal bike in NYC . Such a big help riding quiet bikes . I think before the traffic reacts

What an eye opener this video was. Thanks. I had to give up my Beemers and Harleys due to health problems after 42 years riding. This may be the answer! --Old Guy

@motohound90

2 жыл бұрын

My Trip to Vespa Orlando kzread.info/dash/bejne/hIWqtKqEnZzTk9o.html

Great video! I’ve had my eye on one of these If you don’t mind me asking how tall are you? It looks like you fit comfortably on the gts 300 I’m about 6’3” and a tight fit would be my only concern

In the Uk we call 'Lane splitting' 'Filtering' and it is legal everywhere.

@user-se7vt5ow4e

Жыл бұрын

The same in Spain . Since most drivers in Spain grew up riding scooters they always leave room for you.

Great review!!! I'm getting one!!

nice content i remember when you did the one wakes with the boats that was dope

I used to have a 125cc to move around Paris and they are great fun,green is an interesting choice but hey if you dig it🤷‍♂️ have you heard of the Yamaha t-max?🤔

@Zanpaa

3 жыл бұрын

T-Max riders are always riding like they have a death wish for some reason.

@yuhengwang2185

3 жыл бұрын

@@Zanpaa lol

@dragospahontu

3 жыл бұрын

I prefer the super cub to be frank

@Mrsk8park

3 жыл бұрын

having a tmax is the definition of being hood rich in france le sang

Yes I love Vespas I had a 50 mL white I sold it because I needed something more powerful I’m going to get the 300. Great video I was very surprised you had one scene that you’re driving extremely fast cars. Thank you enjoy

I really enjoyed this review

Big fan of the progress as a driver as we both get older. From the vette to vespa :) engineering practicality. I just picked up a Buddy 150cc and have a Road King and the scooter is way more fun hands down. Lane splitting on the highway should be between far left lane and lane next to it when we're riding. Anything else should be in the riders judgement.

Thank y’all so much dearest 🌹 Y’all such an inspiration 🥰 Appreciate y’all from the bottom of my heart 💜 Be Blissful Eternally 🙏😇🌈

Awesome review beautiful green vespa too😊

Thinking about getting one just like you have here. Definitely reminds me of Europe. Thx for the explanation and cruising around. 👍🏼

I own the 2021 racing 60's. I try to explain the pros and cons to that scooter and a Harley lowrider and people look at me as if I have 2 heads.

Great. Have my third 300 GTS. Nothing better for city traffic. Even better than my motorcycle...👍

One of the best review video's on the Vespa GTS, and it's American !!

I'm living in Taiwan and Scooter is the backbone of the society here, it is so convenient, fuel usage is cheap, tyres are cheap, maintenance is cheap, you can carry a surprising amount of stuff on a scooter, easy to find parking and some scooter are actually pretty fast. 150km for 4L of gasoline, that's about 3 dollars US.

@redsorgum

3 жыл бұрын

I own a SYM HD 200, great scooters.

I have been commuting with my 2019 Honda Scoopy, probably the closest thing I can relate to your content🤣 . Where I live, we ride/drive our motorcycle as we see fit, there is no specific lane for motorcycle. As long as you can fit through, it's a lane for us 😆

@bruceeggers100

Жыл бұрын

Scoopy is such a great name for a bike model 😊

Awesome riding!! I was wondering if the gas mileage is gonna be a problem on the freeways/highways... Planning on buying one for highway traveling... Much thanks here in Flagstaff Arizona!!

I ride a 150cc scooter and also motorcycles, but I find I ride my scooter much more in the city (San Francisco) because it's a lot easier to get through traffic and easier to park than a motorcycle. I use it to commute to work just about everyday. And like you say, it's very practical for light shopping because of it's storage. That said, I've been looking at getting a Vespa GTS 300 Super just so I can hop on the Freeway for short stints.