Modern Vespa

was looking at getting the gts 125 but was wondering if it is worth doing the DAS so that I can ride the gts 250 straight away instead of waiting 2 years. What I mean is will i regret buying the 125 and want a 250 anyway in a few months any help appreciated.

Not necessarily. The 125cc GTS is fairly quick and will sustain a cruise at 63 mph. It has the most powerful engine allowed at 15bhp.

That said, I would always recommend the test. For DAS you will have to use a geared bike as I am sure no-one will do lessons on a 500cc scooter.

I did my CBT, bought a GT 125 rode it for six months, took my test on it and bought a 250 the day I passed my test.

I didn't have any lessons apart from the CBT and I'm not for a minute suggesting that that is a good thing. If you do your test in the next six months it will be easier. Gets much harder next year.

PS You don't have to do DAS to ride a GTS. An A2 restricted licence with a two year restriction will do fine.

I'm always surprised when people hesitate when it comes to getting a full license. It sounds like it'll make you a better rider, may save your life at some point, and could even be kind of fun. And you can still ride as small a bike/scooter as you decide later.

If you can afford the time and money, go for it.

cheers

Iam looking to do full bike licence asap anyway but the DAS means when/if test is passed riding any bike is possible. If the standard test is done which is £150 cheaper I am restricted to 125's for 2 years.

No you arent! You can ride up to 15 hp nothing to do with CC at all.

yes which would mean the gts 125 as this is 14.3hp where as the 250 is 22hp

OK you two. Both of you are wrong. If you do your test on a bike or scooter which is 125cc and is OFFICIALLY capable of 100km/h (62.5mph) then you get a licence with a two year restriction of 33bhp, which in real terms covers you up to 400cc. You could get a Fuoco 500 and have it restricted if you wanted.

Therefore doing the test on an LX 125 would NOT get you an A2 licence, but a GT(s) 125 would. An A1 licence would restrict you to 125s forever.

I did my test on a GT125 and was riding an MP3 400 within six months. I am still restricted to 33bhp until July next year. Am I bothered? No.

whoops another reminder to always check facts before I post them!

Why is it all so complicated? Just shows everyone has a different take on it. Thanks for the confirmation mate. What does the DAS entitile you to then is this anything you want?