Vespa GTS Coolant Flush / Change Tutorial | Mitch's Scooter Stuff

In this video I show you how to do a coolant change on Vespa GTS300 scooter, same method for GTS250, GT200... Check out vespa accessories / tools here : amzn.to/2CbqQku
Tools I used:
Coolant - amzn.to/2KrkT2y
1/4” clear tubing - amzn.to/2wHDyVU
Phillips #2 screwdriver - amzn.to/2fgdZDL
Torx T25 screwdriver - amzn.to/2FoTZtv
5/16 wrench - amzn.to/2rFSZbw
Funnel (short) - amzn.to/2HY4m6g
Water Distilled - get at grocery store
Pan - cut half off of drink jug
Plastic bag / garbage bag
Paint / electrical tape - amzn.to/2FEeQH2
Old sock / rag
Bleeder valve o-ring #297027 af1racing.com
Water pump cover o-ring #485080 af1racing.com
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Tools I used: Coolant - amzn.to/2KrkT2y 1/4” clear tubing - amzn.to/2wHDyVU Phillips #2 screwdriver - amzn.to/2fgdZDL Torx T25 screwdriver - amzn.to/2FoTZtv 5/16 wrench - amzn.to/2rFSZbw Funnel (short) - amzn.to/2HY4m6g Water Distilled - get at grocery store Pan - cut half off of drink jug Plastic bag / garbage bag Paint / electrical tape - amzn.to/2FEeQH2 Old sock / rag Bleeder valve o-ring #297027 af1racing.com Water pump cover o-ring #485080 af1racing.com SHOP MY SCOOTER STUFF: amzn.to/2CbqQku Want more free Scooter Tip / Tutorial videos - Please support MicBergsma! Paypal donation: bit.ly/2fghrwN

[@rosewell1983]

Have you ever made a video about protecting your vespa/mc/mopeds against theft? Handlebar locks and so on...I am too lazy to search through your videos =D

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Hey Rosewell, I don't have one but thought about making one... I should soon!

[@rosewell1983]

Thanks for the reply. What about rust problems? There is alot of steel on a Vespa and rust is enemy number one. I guess you live in california where salt and corrosion is not a big problem. For someone who lives in a colder climate a less expensive Piaggio might be a better option. More plastic on a Piaggio. But, have you ever felt the need to do any anti-rust work on your scooters?

[@ahmedfazzaa5573]

Hi Mitch , can I use the rain 🌧 water instead of distilled water ? Thanks 😊

[@chetankumarr8084]

@@ahmedfazzaa5573 I wouldn't recommend using rain water because when rain falls through our atmosphere it gathers up all the minerals and pollutants in the air which can start forming crystals inside the engine and ultimately cause issues so its always better to use pure distilled water to flush out coolant

[@IceAge20017]

Easy to follow, to the point, good camera angles. This is how every repair channel should make their videos. 10/10

[@christiancutler9988]

I've watched other coolant change videos on YT and yours is the best! I had the sound off by accident and god EVERYTHING I needed! Thank you!

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

😄🙌🏼

[@actionman67]

Thanks Mitch! The passion for Vespas is in you and it’s contagious!!!

[@johnnewton1540]

My Piaggio X7 has the same motor, so this has been a good intro for an imminent change. Looks like the bleeding process is the most involved part of the job. Thanks for the clear and simple explanation. Well done and useful to all as its not reliant on language.

[@johnnewton1540]

Well done Mitch. The bleeding process is a pain, but you explained the important role this plays. Many thanks.

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

You’re welcome! 🙌🏼

[@bexraphaela]

Thank you for these clear videos, im now confident enough to try it myself 🤗

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Yay that's awesome!! 😄👍🏼👍🏼

[@Qwcgvv]

Did a coolant change a couple of years ago but my memory failed me on the bleeding process,but a quick watch of you video and I'm back in business again 👍

[@davidtehr2993]

Excellent vid! Thanks so much! (I used to own a "normal" motorcycle and had *completely forgotten* to watch the coolant levels on my 250cc Vespa... managed to run it dry!)

[@everettmaddox4715]

Thanks for your method of showing without talking. I grow weary of the yak of some that demo techniques. You were completely understood in any language!

[@warrentran4015]

Hello Mitch, Vespa newcomer, search tutorial on coolant change; landed here, love it, subscribed; will continue to follow & support your valuable inputs. Thanks & God bless.

[@honeymle]

He makes it look so easy!!

[@joulicyou7637]

You are the best. Support from France. Thank you for your tips

[@michaelmanalo5065]

Another impressive video Mitch.Thank you

[@brmelectric]

Annother fine job with video to share. Great stuff Mitch.

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

😄👍🏼👍🏼

[@jthaneyphotographer]

Love your videos Mitch !!

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Thank you Solavoxdeus!!

[@markaceves233]

Nicely shown and explained 👍🏼

[@pedroflores9205]

Excellent video Mitch🙌

[@GlennsSpeedShop]

Every time I watch on of your videos, I go straight to Craigs List and hunt for another scooter... They are adictive!

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

😂😂👍🏼

[@MinhNguyen-wy5vv]

Cool vid. It was helpful and detailed. Really appreciate it 👍🏼

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Welcome !

[@deepkendo]

Great tutorial as usual with Mitch....Thank you.

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

My pleasure!

[@700tbm]

Awesome, thank you for making these videos!!!

[@davidkvs7775]

Great movie ! Thanks for this :) Greeting from Belgium

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

No problem! 😎

[@moss8448]

that is something i need to do with my GT200...the coolant being about the only thing I've neglected (although it still looks nice an green) the 200 has to be bled near the carb as it doesn't have that handy dandy valve...just enough to get all the air out....👍

[@jonathan-th2bg]

Thank you…..love the no talking approach

[@marcus007d]

very good vid mate and very clear good job :P

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Thanks Mark!

[@Cali3077]

Hi Mitch, thank you for this Video! I love your work :-) more and more i dare myself to screw something on my gts 300 and do the service.

[@DrAlexCullison]

Thank you for this very helpful video!

[@janetgreenslade9281]

Great channel for learning, fair play to you Mitch! Nice work.

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Thank you!

[@janetgreenslade9281]

@@MitchsScooterStuff 🤘👊

[@jazzmed7579]

Hi, your video is helpful, i would like to ask you is, do you need to always replace "O" rings whenever you open the filter or coolant pump or any such equipment..? or is it okay that we don't replace if not needed, please advise

[@garethkeemore31]

Excellent video, thanks bro.

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

You’re welcome ! 🙌🏼

[@fabiopunk1661]

excellent. Thanks! Two comments: th original cooling fluid was red, you used a yellow one - do you mind the difference? that is, how should one care of using the same type of fluid? Then, I would just leave the clear hose on the bleeder, and run the engine with the bleeder open. Have you tried that? I would just expect air and fluid to come out, more quickly then tightening and loosening the bleeder several times. What do you think? Thanks again

[@tpv59]

THANK YOU. VERY MUCH APPRECIATED. 10/10. Very well done.

[@TheClambeard]

great editing too!

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Thank you!

[@GunNut37086]

Perfect tutorial, thank you.

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

You're very welcome!

[@MariuszMiejko]

Great movie, thanks man. Cheers

[@BorisMazyrko]

So cute clean Vespa :) Lovely scoot! All the same is with MP3 250, except that I insert tube's other end to coolant reservoir's neck, so when it pumps, I have no reason to spill it on a towel, it just returns to the reservoir.

[@gbmike1xx565]

Is the coolant color really important or the right coolant.

[@BorisMazyrko]

@@gbmike1xx565 Really important is coolant type. For two reasons: 1. Wrong coolant causes corrosion on aluminum parts 2. Mixed different coolants could cause weird chemical reactions

[@gbmike1xx565]

So going from pink to yellow is ok as long as the coolants are the same type?

[@BorisMazyrko]

@@gbmike1xx565 Sure. More: some of them, as G12+ or ++, are compatible both with G11 and G12. But it is always better to replace it totally, so do that if you can. BTW the best way to get rid of all the coolant is to push compressed air into expansion tank's neck.

[@gbmike1xx565]

@@BorisMazyrko I did the coolant change and I used Honda coolant type 2 it's blue. The coolant that came out was blue also so far it's running great. I just got two new tires for the front perelli angel scoot tires.

[@suzana0liveira170]

Thank you for this video! Great!!

[@titahmalik6209]

Thanks for the tips. Very much appreciated :)

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Anytime 😎

[@abcd-wg2iq]

Perfect videos. Thank you. Good man

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

You're welcome! ☺️

[@mapiajoey5746]

Hey Mitch, thanks for this video, does 2021 or new model vespa gts 300 hpe also have a bleed valve?

[@Elmotero_justiciero.]

Thank you, my friend!

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Anytime! 😎

[@wakakotahi]

Hi, what are the part numbers for the parts that are replaced?

[@Jimo368]

A shame they didn’t just put a drain plug in.

[@laclairierefoodtruck6201]

Haloa j’adore tes vidéos c’est vraiment super bravo il faut plus de personé comme toi dans le monde pense tu pouvoir faire des vidéo sur les vespa gts 125 et les vidange de liquide de refroidissement mahalo pour tou ce que tu fait 💪🏾🤩

[@AutoMotohowto46]

hello sir, do you know what problems scarabeo 400 year 2007 can have, it stops at a speed of 120-100 km/h, if I stop and wait a bit then start again everything is ok, charging ok, new RPM sensor.

[@ericuhler3407]

hwo do I access and change the solenoid on a 2008 vespa 250ie?

[@francescoconti9100]

Bravo ottimo lavoro 👍😁

[@westcoasthockeybias37]

Hey Mitch! Thanks for the clear explanation. I'm gathering everything I need right now, but I was wondering about the Torx T25 screwdriver on your list. When do you use that? I've watched the video 4x and can only see the need for a Phillips #2 & a 5/16 wrench. Please advise & thanks for walking us through this!

[@bobh6960]

I think he uses it when he takes the knee pad cover off :)

[@tr4nsporter]

Hi sir. I figured that hose what goes to variator side will be full of old fluid. There is aprox 25% old fluid. If u spool it via water there will be water on system. And motocool expert is not suitable with water? I opened hose from other side and blowed air to system on top of filling cap to get all fluid out. No spool needed and every drop of old fluid is out.

[@mauropatamia6693]

Complimenti bel lavoro ;-)

[@TroyGabe]

Hi do you have a video flushing changing the coolant on a honda relfex?

[@giannicandela3638]

grazie amico, bravissimo!!!

[@greenberet8950]

What u thing about scooter wmoto ES250i from malaysia that engine is ok or not for long ride? And i don't no what brand that engine?

[@Alex-io6ky]

good and clear

[@altaycani]

you are the best!

[@gbmike1xx565]

Hi from Florida Mitch. Can I do this the same way on my mp3 250. Is keeping the coolant color the same really important? Thanks long time subscriber.

[@alemt287]

Muchas gracias!

[@robertpaschal7645]

Love this kid

[@useribp]

The air can be out only leting the coolant deposid open ?

[@No-ku9ku]

Leaking gas on a 125cc Yamaha vino scooter. Any videos on that ?

[@pavel5Afonasiev]

СУПЕР КАНАЛ !!!! РЕСПЕКТ !!!!!

[@Murat1982turkey]

I have commented to you before. Above... I renewed the antifreeze 1 year ago. I make additions from time to time. When I just checked, it's at max level. I don't use Vespa right now. The weather here is snowy and rainy. I will only provide electricity in December, January, February and March. Do I still need to check antifreeze? Or what should I do? Thanks

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Hey, you don’t have to worry about antifreeze in this type of weather with correct antifreeze in scooter. It can turn into ice if remix with too much water

[@johnnyringo.]

The first plus I have seen when I compare it to the potential hpe

[@malnatt1715]

Molto istruttivo, bravo👍Iscritto😉 Buona giornata un saluto🇮🇹☝️

[@phantung6871]

nice video

[@agmotoventure]

I am completely you to vespa do you have already saved me $400 thank you very much.

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Glad I could help!

[@docalexander2853]

Great Video. I wonder if a shop would be as meticulous as this man.

[@westcoasthockeybias37]

They'd meticulously charge you $90 for labor (at least).

[@vox4494]

super quality

[@marcoscruvinel4731]

Gostaria muito de falar seu idioma mais não sei rsrs, tenho uma SH 150 adoro scooter principalmente das vespas um dia quem sabe terei uma, sou das vespas antigas tenho tbm uma vespa 86.

[@akarsuerba]

Hi Mitch, how often should I apply this process to my vespa

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Hi, 2 to 3 years

[@oldmanjim2376]

A better way to guarantee you get most of the old out: close up the system, then fill with distilled water, drive for a little while (a mile or two at most, running pure distilled water for a short time will NOT harm the system), let cool, then drain and fill with coolant.

[@alansorano4834]

Merci 🙏

[@kratos4967]

Please tutorial yamaha xmax 300🙏

[@jawdatjm948]

hi bro , I have one question (( I have 50cc scooter I didn't use it for 4months ago , last week I tried to turn it on but it didn't work, how can I fix this problem ? thanks and much love

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Hey, sounds like the battery is bad, check on it

[@jawdatjm948]

Mitch's Scooter Stuff yes i will try this. thank you so much

[@bwanabwana9523]

Jawdat Jm , buy a new one

[@harrytillwich245]

Was kostet diese stahlblaue Vespa seegefeld uns sehr gibt es sie in Berlin und in welchem Stadtteil würde sie geben

[@jansvendsen5486]

My Vespa GT 200L (2006) do not have a vent valve. What can I do?

[@VulcanJedi2006]

Suck out dee poison.

[@fazilt01]

Coolant capacity 1 or 2 lt?

[@Brando5858]

From pink coolant to green???

[@RamenOnWheels]

oh vespa, my vespa. will you be mine?

[@jurym3059]

Hi fantastic my form italy 🙂🖐🇮🇹

[@oldmanjim2376]

Seeing the coolant going over the exhaust is cringy. Yeah, it won't hurt anything, but it will smell of it burning briefly. (reminds me of Harley Davidson putting the oil filters high so oil drains onto the front cylinder) Vespa should have made the pump lower, OR a bleeder valve you can attach a bit of hose to so you can direct the flow into a catch jar.

[@Fb6.Nan0]

Coolant won’t mess up paint just wipe it off

[@dokesz530]

Yeah but its sticky and messy must clean it good.

[@hsh.rlph.leblanc.131]

Easy....No??...So Easy. But minimum 2 hrs. for a good job. Thanks for your video.

[@giannitoni1348]

👍💪

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

😄👍🏼👍🏼

[@thechamberlain2204]

IF that is standard fluid it should be Agip Organic coolant.

[@Arhnegatif]

Vespa gts 250ie de de aynı mı lütfen cevap ver

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Yes

[@maxspies8908]

omg i forgot to remove the air tank u so mutch for this video

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

😄👍🏼👍🏼

[@Brando5858]

From pink to green coolant? Possible?

[@hsh.rlph.leblanc.131]

Coolant Orgánic Pink GL12 or GL12+ Use Ready. Don't never mix with Coolant Inorganic Paraflú 11, or GL13. (Coolant Organic Vw Groupe). In emergency, use Water Distilled only.

[@user-yc4dk2tw3h]

👍👍👍❤❤❤🛵🏋‍♂️мне 75 лет катаюсь на Vespa-300👍❤🛵

[@tuenguyen6667]

rất tốt

[@RobertCarrizal]

That’s was new bike???

[@jrweaver]

That bike is a 2015. Piaggio recommends replacing the coolant (I think brake fluid too) every two years regardless of mileage, per the service manual.

[@ducnguyenminh6165]

doesn't this model have radiator?

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Yes behind the front wheel

[@ducnguyenminh6165]

@@MitchsScooterStuff if so I think you should drain the coolant from the radiator and then flush it for few times, there's old coolant in it

[@westcoasthockeybias37]

@@ducnguyenminh6165 Wouldn't the distilled water flush out what was left in the radiator?

[@ducnguyenminh6165]

@@westcoasthockeybias37 yes they would. but normally I flush the radiator and drain the coolant out of the engine. the tank has smaller line so it takes longer to do the same procedure

[@shannon9487]

I would have thought a Vespa Muffler would' significantly better ascetics than your average Chinese scooter I guess not.

[@misha19541]

надо было не помпу откручивать, а шланг просто снять...

[@RKalos]

these hose connectors are crap....you must change them or else they will start to leak eventually

[@stevetaylor8698]

Useful tip: Don't do this on grass, if you drop a screw you will never find it again.

[@Mybwain]

I will do this sober, no worries.

[@oldmanjim2376]

You can always put cardboard under the scoot. If doing anything with fluids, a large drip pan (the ones with very low sides) or even a low sided cookie sheet will work.

[@nocommentnoname1111]

too much hassle. should just out an electric motor in it.

[@iLanFrid]

That was a long story.

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

😆

[@bwanabwana9523]

That is a fucked up design if you have to bleed it 4 times !