Vespa GTS CVT Removal / Installation (belt/variator/rollers/clutch) | Mitch's Scooter Stuff

In this video I show you how to remove and install CVT cover, clutch, variator, drive belt and rollers on Vespa GTS / GTV / GT model scooter also Gilera Runner too!
More tutorial videos on this model - bit.ly/VespaGTSscooter
*** Tools I used in this video:
Torque wrench 0-150 lb/ft 3/8 drive - amzn.to/2Crqq4R
3” / 6” extension set 1/4 drive - amzn.to/2wDuzzW
Long Phillips screwdriver #2 - amzn.to/2fwGABn
Variator / Clutch holder tool - amzn.to/2ZuYJEA
10mm socket / wrench - amzn.to/2hqqYDW
19mm socket 3/8 drive - amzn.to/2CiXNqo
8mm socket 1/4 drive - amzn.to/2xMhsBl
Breaker bar 3/8 drive - amzn.to/3lrjIWj
Flathead screwdriver - amzn.to/2jN7lpE
Ratchet 3/8 drive - amzn.to/2hhmnUs
Ratchet 1/4 drive - amzn.to/2xcJEu1
Hi temp grease - amzn.to/2wXw8Zy
Magnet stick - amzn.to/2CkmFhx
Two bolts 3/8-24x2
Old toothbrush
Towel / rag
** Shop all the scooter tools and gear I use HERE **
bit.ly/MitchsScooterStuffSHOP
Shop Mitch's Scooter Stuff Logo Merchandise
HERE: bit.ly/MSSteespring
and HERE: bit.ly/MSSspreadshop
Want more free Scooter Tip / Tutorial videos - Help support this channel!
Paypal donation: bit.ly/PayPalMitchsScooterStuff
** Help translate my videos to your language HERE **
bit.ly/ADDYOURLANGUAGE
Follow Mitch's Scooter Stuff:
Website - bit.ly/Scooteronly
Instagram - bit.ly/2fB8gay
Facebook - bit.ly/2gEsYpt
My other KZbin channel - bit.ly/2g4i5d5
Filmed by Mitch Bergsma
Edited on Final Cut Pro X on Mac
Scooter Intro edit by Erik Lauritzen
Check out his websites: bit.ly/2gQe8d4
Like the music? Check out this great library for KZbin videos here:
bit.ly/MICTUNES (try it for FREE!)
#MitchsScooterStuffVespaGTS #MitchsScooterStuff #MicBergsma #vespascooter
******************************************************
IMPORTANT
Please only use and share this embed code of the original video.
Third party downloads and distribution is not permitted.
If you are interested in buying footage or for booking information please contact: [e-mail]
******************************************************
About Mitch's Scooter Stuff:
This channel is all about scooters! Tutorials, How to, DIY Maintenance, Reviews, Mods, Vlogs, Just for Fun, and more!
Vespa GTS CVT Removal / Installation (belt/variator/rollers) | Mitch's Scooter Stuff
• Vespa GTS CVT Removal ...
Mitch's Scooter Stuff
/ mitchsscooterstuff

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

*** Tools I used in this video: Ratchet 1/4 drive - amzn.to/2xcJEu1 Ratchet 3/8 drive - amzn.to/2hhmnUs 3” / 6” extension set 1/4 drive - amzn.to/2wDuzzW 8mm socket 1/4 drive - amzn.to/2xMhsBl 10mm socket / wrench - amzn.to/2hqqYDW 19mm socket 3/8 drive - amzn.to/2CiXNqo Long Phillips screwdriver #2 - amzn.to/2fwGABn Flathead screwdriver - amzn.to/2jN7lpE Magnet stick - amzn.to/2CkmFhx Variator / Clutch holder tool - amzn.to/2ZuYJEA Two bolts 3/8-24x2 Breaker bar 3/8 drive - amzn.to/3lrjIWj Torque wrench 0-150 lb/ft 3/8 drive - amzn.to/2Crqq4R Towel / rag Old toothbrush Hi temp grease - amzn.to/2wXw8Zy

[@KatanaRIDERS.]

Hey love you man ❤️❤️❤️🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@Dniaprians]

Roni

[@Jepson07]

💯❣👍

[@teckshengtay166]

Really enjoy all your videos! No power tools, no loud music, clear, precise and those comforting pigeon call! I have been servicing my scooter for the last 8 years and are still learning something new! Thank you!

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Thank you!! Thanks for stopping by! You're welcome!

[@ranxer0n954]

The video has an almost meditative effect on me - no silly music, no superfluous information, just the facts presented in a perfect way. 10 out of 10 possible points! PS: Have I already praised the chilling atmosphere - I love the chirping birds in the background. 👍👍👍🦜

[@giuseppecancemi8686]

Perhaps the best video tutorial, clear, slow... dummy proof..! Thank you!

[@christoff8750]

Great video...I followed it step by step and the procedure went flawlessly. Much appreciated!!

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Glad it helped! 😄👍🏼

[@mantasriauka1035]

I would consider buying a scooter model based on what videos you have. This is amazing! :D

[@ddvan5947]

The knowledge shared regarding how to disassemble and assemble a Vespa CVT is very clear and detailed, friends

[@josephmuglia4204]

The best, clearest video I’ve seen yet on this. Thank you so much!!

[@SultaNNNNNNNNN]

I am so happy i found this channel ❤ i am hooked 😀 i just got my Vespa 300 GTS

[@tobyfoster1899]

super informative, and great production value on the video! Thanks for the obvious extensive effort to make this so easy to follow.

[@dankinsler1930]

Thanks for the time and effort to make such a detailed video. I have a Buddy 125 and love your Buddy videos.

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Happy to help!

[@1speedbrian]

Thanks so much, I was just contemplating taking on this job, seeing it step by step is so much better than reading about it.

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

😄🙌🏼

[@kevenchen8144]

Wow,the Italian schtoor has much more complex design at cvt case than made in Taiwan! In Taiwan country side, every family has several schoors for family guys. It's so conveient and useful in our daily life. Thanks for your job and great work.

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Interesting! Thank you! Ride safe!

[@lanceferraro3781]

Thanks, Mitch. I hear light, metal scraping sounds from the clutch. Thanks for showing me what is in there. Time to put the Vespa on the lift.

[@Gapri3474]

Fantastic video. Super easy to follow. I especially love the Jurassic Park background sound effects!

[@kylehandyman]

Done about 20 just this year. Mitch rocks 👍👍👍

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Awesome Kyle!!

[@cesardea.castro2313]

Muito bom o vídeo, bem explicativo sem correria. Nem precisa de áudio para entender. Parabéns...

[@deepkendo]

The best maintenance video on a Vespa that I have seen! THANKS

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Wow, thanks!

[@willvapes301]

Hey mitch love the maintenance vids and it's been a while but much worth it I just made a payment on a used 2010 vespa 250ie I'm so excited ty for the tips and can't wait for me and blue to hit the road

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Thank you Will! Awesome!! You will love it!

[@mpampispinakis738]

Τά κάνεις όλα τόσο όμορφα , καί πολύ προσεκτικά 👍👍, σίγουρα στα συνεργεία δεν γίνονται ετσι, όσο μπορούμε μακριά από τά συνεργεία

[@plankthomas5997]

Super Anleitung und für jeden leicht verständlich 👍👍

[@user-yc4dk2tw3h]

Очень хорошо видно, спасибо, ❤❤❤👍👍🛵🏋‍♂️ мне 75 лет катаюсь на Vespa-300, Москва...👍

[@jeffreyhurst9552]

Excellent instructions. I think that even I could do this. Thank you Mitch. Wish you were here in Tampa, Florida.

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

😄🙌🏼 you’re welcome! Same here! Let’s see if lightning will win another cup!

[@bungaloboynes]

You maid me the mechanic I am today your videos are no 1 on KZbin for scooter repair thanks again

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Glad to help

[@h.teomanince4310]

Mitch your tutorials are the best.Thank you so much mate😊

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Glad you like them!

[@mdmotorcycles10]

Thanks for the video as i have to change the drive belt and rollers on my x8 125 keep up the good work 👍

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

👍🏼👍🏼

[@bryanyoutubechannel]

The best hot to video ever, perfection. Thank you!!! I’ll do this job tomorrow.

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

😄🙌🏼

[@markoleary1601]

BEST ive seen so far dude....

[@sergio0159]

Bravo, il linguaggio internazionale dei gesti è migliore di qualsiasi parlato......👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@salva6318]

Dear Mitch you have very nice and so informative videos, thank you so much , these are really the very best Maintenance Videos , best wishes from Sardinia.

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

You are very welcome😄🙌🏼

[@davidpost6902]

That's Mitch, another well put together Video Most helpful !

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@sandwaves5642]

Your clip makes this job look like FUN ☝☝😃😃👍👍

[@abhimonnubiswas2334]

while opening of scooter parts like shown on the video make sure to clean the parts with wd 40 and clean the clutch pad using 80 grit emery paper it will work better

[@scotttaggart]

Excellent! Well done!

[@wojciechs.4278]

Very clear, perfect instruction.

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Thank you!

[@youssefidbella5979]

perfect and so clean job, thanks!

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Our pleasure!

[@patriot4359]

Speechless best tutorial ever for driving belt many thanks man 🔥🔥🔥how often do you replace the belt? Its about 15000km If im not wrong? Thanks again

[@kevinchapman4408]

Superb tutorial thanks

[@DH-ns5lh]

Cheers mate - really easy to follow

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

😄🤙🏼 Thank you, great to hear!

[@fabiopinzani3044]

Bellissimo video, bravo.

[@onemanmob6756]

Quality tutorial! Will use it when working on my Aprilia!

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

😄👍🏼🙌🏼

[@onemanmob6756]

@@MitchsScooterStuff what weight sliders by Dr Pulley do you use with the 300cc (OK - it is 278cc in reality)? There are four or five different weights ranging from 11 to 22grams available for this (and the 200cc) engine. Also: do the lighter weight sliders give better acceleration/higher rpm at a given speed while the heavier ones provide lower rpm at a given speed and thus better fuel economy? Do you know the weight of the original roller/slider?

[@sbirulino3548]

complimenti e grazie per il video ! ✌🏻

[@bizcom75]

Respect to you really you explain it very well thanks bro

[@IceAge20017]

You saved me $100's. Thanks.

[@waynefoster2875]

Great video keep them coming👍👍🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Thanks, yup!

[@moss8448]

Excellant as usual 👍

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@cedricbottom2932]

Wow this video has really helped me out I would say I was a bit scared thinking about changing my belt on my gilera Nexus 300 ie think this has the same engine well looks the same my one is silver to 😅 this video is amazing thanks now subscribed

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Glad to hear!! Enjoy your ride! 😄🤙🏼

[@robf5550]

Great TUT!!!! thanks mate!

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Thanks!

[@vladanpesic5804]

Thank you. Excellent video..

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

You are welcome!

[@MrNessuno61]

Excellent job👍

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

😄👍🏼

[@muhamadhamami3811]

Saat penggantian roller sehrs nya pully primer & scunder nya bersihkan dan kasih Grease/gemuk pd sliding pully secunder (maks 3 bln).

[@arcadia5607]

Fricken awesome video bro.

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Thank you!

[@MrHydromarine]

Danke! Greetings from Rosenheim Bavaria Germany

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Thank you for the big support! 🙌🏼❤️

[@taskor5756]

Hi! thank, geat video! One question: Is the placement of washer in the variator necessary?I have longjia xdv 300 (lexmoto,keeway vieste 300 xdv etc, with piaggio engine) and this washer makes scooter starts at high rpm's

[@jacu255]

Exactly the same CVT as in Gilera Runner 125 ST, you can add in tags, thanks so much!

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Thanks for the info!

[@the_fearless_explorer1213]

High great video do you think on a 125 vespa GTS super that it might seize the scooter the heat not sure how true this is. Your videos are bang on..

[@glennwood6141]

Changed my rollers it’s still rattling so I’ve ordered the bearing , and new pulley someone said it should help now .

[@Cali3077]

Hi Mitch, once again i love your videos and i do the same job on my GTS 300 after i study your video :-) do you also have a video where you chnged the silent block!? Greeting from Germany

[@andrewfitzman]

Hi Mitch. Any recommendations on getting some more power/speed out of a pre leader 125 LX?

[@francescoconti9100]

Bravo bravo bravo 👍 ciao dalla Sicilia 😁

[@petergatial4427]

Perfect 👍!

[@maxromero6066]

Excelente video

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Thank you!

[@capthook8066]

Have a 2010 GTS 300 with 5000 miles. Original belt but seems quiet and smooth. Do I need to replace it because of age? It’s ridden somewhat mildly with no highway use. Would appreciate your thoughts.

[@rafaelcolon6991]

Good job.

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Thank you 👍🏼

[@emiliobersani4521]

19/10 molto chiaro fatto bene

[@user-rm7fl2un7z]

Bravo....

[@Monkeybongoes]

Would graphite powder be a suitable substitute for the high temp grease?

[@Mrcustomwerkz]

dudeeee u are awesomeeeee

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

You are!

[@lastairhead]

Thank you sir. I want the 300gts Vespa. I owned only Japanese X-max so far, how reliable would you say vespa is? would you do a long trip with this one? My x-max is 50K and had no issues with it all those years.

[@mahyogym77]

Does removing the pulley between the two discs affect the motorcycle

[@rob_scooter6199]

Top! This video shows that the variator must be tightened with the correct torque! If the torque of the vario is incorrect, there can be performance problems when cold/hot. With Minarelli engines, for example, this is about 30-40 NM. Threadlocker would be good too. 👍👍

[@dacallins0884]

Should you use high temperature grease on the spacer?

[@kiriltsabalas9195]

Best scouter

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

😄👍🏼👍🏼

[@liviudodo]

Hello from Romania . Quick question : i have a 2023 Vespa GTS 300 HPE Super Sport with 4000 km , and i recently upgraded it with a Polini Speed Bell Evolution , Polini Black Rollers 13 grams , but also changed the belt with a Piaggio original belt and also a new original Piaggio V-Belt Pulley . The clutch remained the original one , but at some low speed acceleration and then braking , or when i release the throttle at low speeds , i can hear a metallic rattling sound coming from the transmission , It sounds like some keys are dangling in your pocket over some coins , something like that , for a short period of time , maybe 1 second . Have you experienced this sound after changing things at transmission ? Many thanks

[@baskanahmet61]

Türkiye istanbul SEN ÇOK SAYGIDEĞER BİR İNSANSIN 💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙 istanbula gelirsen seni misafir etmekten gurur duyarım 🙏🙏🙏

[@giuseppecancemi8686]

One question: I had the belt replaced at 20,000 km, now I have 29,000 and when I accelerate at the start it whistles, but it responds well to acceleration. Then warming up he doesn't do it anymore. Can it be solved with some spray or do I have to replace it already? thank you.

[@Mckscooter]

is it recommended to apply degreaser and clean heavily soiled parts or best not to? i noted here you did a dry only cleaning perhaps on purpose? If cleaners can be used, what kinds? Awesome videos. Thank you.

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Yes you can if it’s hard to clean off dust and dirt, just careful not spray in hole where grease are… I use gunk engine cleaner “foamy” Thank you!

[@geraldscott4302]

I don't recommend using 2 bolts to lock the clutch bell to remove the cover. I cracked a cover that way. You can get a very inexpensive tool for doing that, or if you have a picture of it, you can make one.

[@nagypedro]

I cracked it too

[@nickvas19]

how much nm force we need for cvt cover 10 bolts?!

[@DH-ns5lh]

Thanks

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Thank you for being a big support! 🙏🏼❤️

[@allskoolguru]

best part of the video is he didnt even use any special vespa tools to remove the cvt

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

❤️🙏🏼

[@qualityreno9689]

@ Mitch's Scooter Stuff: Hi Mitch. I'm an avid watcher of your videos. just a quick question, please. why are some CVT belts grooved from both sides, inner and outer? inner, its understood, to give more grip with the pulleys, just like in cars. but why does the outer side have to be grooved too? thanks in advance.

[@bachnguyenvanbang8846]

According to Honda, in esp+ generation, dual teeth vbelt will reduce vibration and enhance fuel consumption: Double cog belt The drive belt used for shifting gears is a double cog belt with cogs on both the outside and inside. Compared to the single cog structure, the double cog belt is softer in the direction of bending and has higher rigidity against pressure from the sides. This characteristic reduces the resistance generated while bending and suppresses friction. The deformation caused by the pressure applied from the pulleys to the sides of the belt is suppressed, resulting in highly efficient output transmission with less loss of driving force, and low fuel consumption

[@qualityreno9689]

@@bachnguyenvanbang8846 Much appreciated. You'd be surprised of how many motorcycle mechanics don't know that. Thank you sir.

[@thephotomatic]

¡Gracias!

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

You're welcome!! Thank you for the support!

[@thephotomatic]

@@MitchsScooterStuff my pleasure, thanks YOU!!

[@user-lk8lq1vx4t]

10/10

[@IceAge20017]

Would it be a good idea to grease the spacer and rollers? Or would that make the belt slip?

[@paulgoodwin9753]

No! No! No! (No grease on sintered bushes.)

[@claudiotolardo3368]

lavoro ben fatto!

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@nikoesko9225]

No grease to the front?

[@lassetapani69]

Loistava video 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@AeroFlip]

Do you k ow the cvt tightening torque spec for vespa GTS150??

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Oh no :( maybe same like lx 150, I have lx 150 video with torque setting on my channel

[@madisonscott4677]

You can damage fan propellers

[@glennwood6141]

What is the outside casing called ? I wanna spray it black

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

I called it "CVT cover"

[@Patrick82.]

Top

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Thanks

[@user-ki6ub9tu9v]

👍

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@abnerbjorn1106]

Shouldn't you clean the CVT air intake filter when you do this?

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Yes can do that, easy to service that part alone too

[@konnakonstoulia7352]

its the same setup to a gillera runner st 200

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Awesome, good to know, thanks! I want a runner so bad! 😄

[@noydooms1598]

how many grams (dr.pulley) you recommend for gts300? thanks

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

11.5-12.5

[@noydooms1598]

thank you . . I'm a fan of yours and a subscriber. keep it up. still waiting for a great result from your VW.

[@mohdhifzi7024]

​@@MitchsScooterStuff how about gts250? How many gram u recommend brother?

[@srikichaa]

Can u ship these cvt rollers to india

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

I don’t sell parts but you could try eBay or Amazon?

[@paololaurozeta2339]

Not good but very good....👋👌✌👍👏💪(from Italy)

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Thank you!

[@NshsShdh-jx9ob]

🥰🥰👍👍👍👍👍

[@Evgeny1012]

Hello 👋 . How many miles run? to make a service

[@JDMz]

It tells you in your manual book what you should of got with the scooter.

[@abnerbjorn1106]

9,000 miles if you drive a lot of freeway, 12,000 miles if mostly city.

[@Evgeny1012]

@@abnerbjorn1106 thank you very much 👍