Dedicated Subsystem WorkbenchPlatform Gen: 2006–2026

2006 Vespa GTS 300 / GTS 300 Super Fastener Torque Specs & Tightening Matrix

Factory torque specs for 2006 Vespa GTS 300 / GTS 300 Super: oil drain plug, axle nuts, caliper mount bolts, spark plugs, triple clamp pinch bolts with thread lubrication derating guide.

Technical PassportOEM VERIFIED

Engine

278cc

Cooling

Liquid-Cooled with Dual Lateral Front Radiators & Electric Fan

Final Drive

Belt Drive

Engine Oil

1.30 L (1.37 US qt) [1.20 L without filter; 1.40 L dry engine overhaul]

Spark Plug

NGK CR8EKB

Front Tire

120/70-12 51P Tubeless

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Gen 2006–2026

Factory Platform Compatibility: All workshop fluid capacities, maintenance milestones, torque specifications, and consumables on this specification sheet are factory-identical across model years 2006 through 2026.

Select Model Year:(Active: 2006)
21 Production Years (2006–2026)

2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026

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Task-critical chemicals, precision tools, and replacement consumables dynamically matched to the 2006 Vespa GTS 300 / GTS 300 Super factory engineering specifications.

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CRITICAL THREADLOCKER

PERMATEXIn Stock

PERMATEX Gel Threadlocker - Blue

Prevents critical engine, brake caliper, and sprocket fasteners from backing out under severe harmonic vibration.

$14.99USD

ANTI-SEIZE LUBRICANT

MOTOREXIn Stock

MOTOREX COPPER ANTI-SEIZE SPRAY

Prevents galling, galvanic corrosion, and thread seizure on spark plug threads, exhaust studs, and axle pinch bolts.

$18.50USD

JIMS USA Specialty Precision Sockets, Alignment Pins & Adapters

PRECISION DRIVE TOOL

JIMSIn Stock

JIMS USA Specialty Precision Sockets, Alignment Pins & Adapters

Precision chrome vanadium metric drive tool to torque fasteners to factory spec without rounding fastener heads.

$27.90USD

CALIPER REBUILD ESSENTIAL

EBC BRAKESIn Stock

EBC Standard Brake Pads

Direct replacement high-friction pads required when servicing and re-torquing front or rear brake caliper assemblies.

$24.72USD

DRAG SPECIALTIES BRAKE PARTS CLEANER DRAG

ROTOR & THREAD CLEANER

DRAG SPECIALTIESIn Stock

DRAG SPECIALTIES BRAKE PARTS CLEANER DRAG

Zero-residue fast-evaporating solvent to strip old thread compound, grease, and brake dust from fastener threads.

$8.95USD

FINAL DRIVE LUBRICANT

MOTULIn Stock

MOTUL CHAIN LUBE ROAD 400ML

High-tack synthetic lubricant required when torquing rear axle nuts and setting final drive chain tension.

$15.00USD

Critical Fastener Torque Tolerances

FSM Certified Specs

Factory workshop tightening torque ratings for axles, calipers, engine plugs, and triple clamps.

Lube:

Fastener / Component	Torque (N·m)	Service Note & Thread Guidance	System
No fasteners matching '' found in this category.

Technical Standard:Always calibrate torque wrenches prior to critical chassis fastening. Values reflect clean, dry threads unless threadlocker or anti-seize is specifically noted.

Official NHTSA Safety Recalls & Technical Bulletins

0 Open Campaigns (Clean)

U.S. Department of Transportation compliance database (Title 49 U.S.C. Chapter 301).

Verify VIN on NHTSA.gov

No Active Federal Safety Recalls Reported

The U.S. DOT National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records zero open safety recall campaigns for the 2006 Vespa GTS 300 / GTS 300 Super platform. Always check your individual 17-digit VIN at an authorized dealership or via NHTSA.gov for individual recall completions.

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Official Factory Service Bulletins & Field Updates

1 Documented Bulletin

Bulletin #FSB-VES-GTS-01Technical Service Bulletin FSB-VES-GTS-01: Single-Sided Trailing Link Front Spindle Bearing Overhaul, ASR Sensor Air Gap & Rear Hub Gear Oil Service

Source: Piaggio_Vespa_GTS300_Trailing_Link_ASR_Service.pdf

Mandated Torques:Torque: 90–110 N·m (66–81 lb-ft) (Front Wheel Hub Castle Nut & Cotter Pin)Torque: 40–45 N·m (30–33 lb-ft) (Front Trailing Link Shock Lower Mounting Bolt)Torque: 40–45 N·m (30–33 lb-ft) (Upper Steering Column Locking Ring Nut)Torque: 15–18 N·m (11–13 lb-ft) (Rear Hub Final Gear Oil Drain & Fill Plugs)

Consumable Specs:Eni i-Ride PG 5W-40 Full Synthetic OilEni Rotra Bike 80W-90 Hub Gear OilWaterproof Marine Calcium-Sulfonate Grease (Trailing Link Needle Rollers)

Genuine Part Numbers:B0181521A0082725638141R000564

Vespa Italian Heritage EngineeringGTS 300 / Super HPE