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2012 GTS 300 Super (Charlene) 1832cc cruiser (The Lambo)
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Location: Tigard, OR
 
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2012 GTS 300 Super (Charlene) 1832cc cruiser (The Lambo)
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Posts: 112
Location: Tigard, OR
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After doing a modest amount of homework I came to a conclusion.
I wanted a used Vespa (vs another brand)
Large frame
Biggest engine
Sporty model
Manly color
Great condition
Good price
I found "Charlene" and she satisfied all of the above. 2012 GTS300 Super in titanium color. When I got her home I began cleaning her from wheel to wheel. Then I began considering what mods I'd make to further satisfy me. I noticed photos of other same model scooters and realized the bonus. This scoot has a Paioli RS24 front shock! The seller didn't identify this mod and at that time I didn't know enough to spot it. Not a huge deal but an unexpected bonus is always welcome. Photos coming soon! Hoping things in Oregon dry up enough for some winter rides soon. Ride safe my new friends.
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2007 250 GTS, 1980 P200E, 2010 ThunderFly 190 (SOLD) 2015 Yamaha SMax (SOLD)
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Location: Springboro, OH
 
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2007 250 GTS, 1980 P200E, 2010 ThunderFly 190 (SOLD) 2015 Yamaha SMax (SOLD)
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Location: Springboro, OH
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Paoli makes the RS24 shocks sold by Malossi. I've got these front and back.

If replacing the rears, consider upgrading to polyurethane bushings. Clauss Studios makes a set and are very affordable; really tightens up the ride.

Congrats and Welcome to MV.
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Gts 300 notte
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Location: Toronto
 
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Gts 300 notte
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whats a "manly color"?

Congratulations, welcome to MV
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2010 S50 Modified "Punkin"; 2003 ET4 Malossi 187 "ISO"
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Location: Deepinnaharta, Texas
 
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2010 S50 Modified "Punkin"; 2003 ET4 Malossi 187 "ISO"
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Location: Deepinnaharta, Texas
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Greetings:


Nice close-up of the RS24 shock. I just put one on my ET4, with a subtle but tangible improvement in ride and especially resistance to bottom-out. But what about a Full Scootal Nudity pic of the cleaned-up bike?
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2012 GTS 300 Super (Charlene) 1832cc cruiser (The Lambo)
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Posts: 112
Location: Tigard, OR
 
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2012 GTS 300 Super (Charlene) 1832cc cruiser (The Lambo)
Joined: UTC
Posts: 112
Location: Tigard, OR
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Photos on the way as soon as the Pacific Northwest downpour quits. Titanium paint on ol' Charlene 8)
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