Vespa GTV 250ie vs Honda Helix (2009)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Vespa GTV 250iestacks up against the Honda Helix. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Vespa GTV 250ie | Honda Helix |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2009 | 2007 |
| Price | — | $5,349 |
| Engine | 259 cc | 244 cc |
| Weight | 146 kg | 159 kg |
| Seat height | 31 mm | 26 mm |
| Fuel capacity | — | 3.2 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic | — |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Tires | 120/70-12 / 120/70-12 | 110/90-12 / 120/90-10 |
Vespa GTV 250ie vs Honda Helix — which should you buy?
Picking between the Vespa GTV 250ie and the Honda Helix usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Vespa GTV 250ie brings its published horsepower in a 146 kg package, while the Honda Helix counters with its own power figure at 159 kg.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: