Vespa GTV 250ie (Faro Basso) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
244cc Liquid-Cooled Single SOHC 4-Valve QUASAR EFI · Source: Vespa GTV 250ie (Faro Basso) (2006–2010) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Vespa GTV 250ie (Faro Basso) (2006–2010) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2006–2010 Vespa GTV 250ie (Faro Basso) (chassis ZAPM45102) requires 1.15 L (1.22 US qt) of SAE 5W-40 (JASO MA2, API SL / ACEA A3 Full Synthetic 5W-40) engine oil for a drain-only change and 1.3 L (1.37 US qt) with filter service (Piaggio 82635R / HF183). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 180 kPa / 1.80 bar / 26 PSI front (120/70-12 51P) and 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI rear (130/70-12 62P), paired with 1× NGK CR8EB spark plug(s) and a YB10L-BP / YTX12-BS battery.
Drain only: 1.15 L (1.22 US qt)
R 200 kPa (2.00 bar)
Est. Range: ~267 km (166 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Dry Centrifugal CVT Belt Drive |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 5W-40 · JASO MA2 · API SL / ACEA A3 Full Synthetic 5W-40 |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 1.15 L (1.22 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 1.3 L (1.37 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 1.5 L (1.59 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | Piaggio 82635R / HF183 |
| Correct Oil Level Check Method | Upright on level ground; screw dipstick ALL THE WAY IN, then remove to read level |
| Oil Drain Bolt Torque | 24 N·m (17.7 lb-ft / 2.45 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
| Final Drive / Bevel Gear Oil | 250 ml (0.25 L) — SAE 80W-90 GL-4/GL-5 (200–270 ml rear hub gear oil) |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 120/70-12 51P · Rear: 130/70-12 62P (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 180 kPa / 1.80 bar / 26 PSI Rear: 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI Rear: 225 kPa / 2.25 bar / 33 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK CR8EB × 1 (Gap: 0.7–0.8 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YB10L-BP / YTX12-BS (12V 10.0Ah AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | Dry Centrifugal V-Belt CVT — Inspect/replace V-belt and rollers every 15,000–20,000 km |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · OAT ethylene-glycol coolant for aluminum radiators (50:50 premix) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 244 cc · 21.1 hp @ 8,500 rpm · 20.1 N·m (14.8 lb-ft) @ 6,500 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 790 mm (31.1 in) · 155 kg (342 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 9.2 L (2.4 US gal) · ~29 km/L → ~267 km (166 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 10,000 km / 10,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 10,000 km / 10,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 20,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
First-generation Faro Basso large-frame heritage scooter built on GTS 250ie mechanicals with a fender headlamp and split leather seat.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Shares the 244cc QUASAR sump specification of 1.3 L synthetic SAE 5W-40 with filter 82635R and 250 ml of SAE 80W-90 rear hub gear oil.