@@PAsteamer Much appreciated, Steamer. I’m sure you’ve gotten to know the folks at Kissells pretty well over the years, definitely a quality crew. They’ve taken good care of me since I bought my first GTS in 2016. Thanks for the kind words about my videos, I do enjoy making them!
It’s always exciting to get new bike🎉 and heartbroken to say goodbye to old one😢 Enjoy your ride in beautiful state with new Vespa and I’m expecting your video!
So true, Perfectly. I'm hoping to get my old one fixed up, but in the meantime, I will be enjoying the new SS. Thanks for the kind words and for following along!
@@IowaLR4 Thanks! My first impulse was to twist the button, but have since learned to slow down…push it in…wait for the hello on the dash…hold the fob to the front panel…and THEN I get message saying I can twist the button. I was being impatient, as usual.
@@heckadude Ya.. that is true, but my point is that the key fob with two buttons can be activated or deactivated. You currently have it deactivated which is why you have to touch it to the knee panel. If you activate it, it will work from like 5 feet away.. or in your pocket, etc without touching it to that sensor pad area. (So, "passive recognition" is what you have now vs "piaggio keyless" once you turn it on. From the manual: To activate or deactivate the remote control, press the Bike Finder button "A" and within 5 seconds also the seat opening button "B" until the color of the LED on the remote control changes. When the LED on the remote control turns green, the authentication of the "Piaggio Keyless" system can be performed. If the LED turns red, authentication cannot be performed. If the remote control is not recognized, it is recommended to repeat the activation and authentication procedure. If the lock persists, it is necessary to make a new attempt with passive recognition.
@@IowaLR4 Thanks for the explanation, Iowa. You are exactly right. I was beginning to think this keyless thing would be a major PITA. As it turns out, not having to pull the keys out each time is kind of nice, especially if I'm already wearing gloves or my keys are zipped up in a hard-to-reach spot. Thanks for your comments and for following along!
@@heckadude I don’t really make videos, so maybe a good quick video you could make so people know about it. Or at least maybe a mention on your next video. I love my 2023 GTS 300 Super. I have a rear rack and vespa top case. Very comfortable back rest for 2 up rides. We also have a 2023 Primavera 150 that my wife rides. Ride safe!
Congrats on the new bike. I look forward to new videos of the area- I will be in the Belleville area over Labor day weekend (and Friday the 23rd to take my son back to PSU).
@@joeln6861 thanks, Joel. Exploring and appreciating the beauty of central Pennsylvania was an unexpected benefit when I began riding. Now it’s something that’s become an integral part of my life. I hope you and your son have a wonderful trip back to PSU this week and that he has great semester. WE ARE!
@@peaceandcalm-paulruby9304 And here I was patting myself on the back for such an original spot…I chuckled to myself that only the eye of an artist could identify such a photogenic locale! Those aesthetic pretenders don’t stand a chance against a spot like this! And then, Paul, you go and burst my bubble! 🤪
@@stevewzorn hey there, Steve. I don’t do much commentary if at all on my videos. So far, the biggest differences I’ve noticed so far are 1) how buttery smooth the new SS is on both the turns and the suspension 2) the keyless ignition. So far, I’d prefer a traditional key but I’m open to the possibility that I need to expand my horizons. Thanks for watching and I hope you come back in the future!
@@lomate1963 I’m not sure what accommodations Piaggio may make for disabled riders. Great question, though. This bay is where my new bike was parked for me to pick up. You’re literally watching my first ride, just like it says in the title. Thanks for watching!
Congrats on the new Vespa....love the color 🤩
The soundtrack makes the video like a 1960s TV show.
Yeah, I’m a child of the 70’s and those cop shows were my favorite. 😂
very nice landscape, America outside city is beautyful, also in small towns.
Congrats on the new Vespa! I bought my last 5 bikes from Kissell. You make really cool videos and I hope you start getting more views.
@@PAsteamer Much appreciated, Steamer. I’m sure you’ve gotten to know the folks at Kissells pretty well over the years, definitely a quality crew. They’ve taken good care of me since I bought my first GTS in 2016. Thanks for the kind words about my videos, I do enjoy making them!
Felicitation! It is a fantastic bike. Already out over 5k on my 2024. Brilliant fun. ❤
Outstanding, Hedgehog! You are really racking up the miles. I'm glad you are enjoying yourself and appreciate the kind words about my new SS.
It’s always exciting to get new bike🎉 and heartbroken to say goodbye to old one😢
Enjoy your ride in beautiful state with new Vespa and I’m expecting your video!
So true, Perfectly. I'm hoping to get my old one fixed up, but in the meantime, I will be enjoying the new SS. Thanks for the kind words and for following along!
best of luck on your new ride. May you have many miles of safe happiness.
@@iggyzorro2406 thanks, Iggy. I’m hoping a laid back approach and good fortune will allow just that. Much appreciated!
Love the colour scheme!
@@andru9102 thanks, Andru. Me too! I like the blacked out chrome and matte finish!
Congratulations! I couldn't be any happier for you! 🛵
@@KrakensGarageandAdventures thanks so much, Eric. You’ll have to take it for a spin sometime soon!
Awesome. Congrat on the new GTS SS. Just picked up my new GTS a few weeks back. First one for me. Loving it.
@@shawnbrown557 outstanding, Shawn. Congratulations to you as well. There’s nothing like it and I hope you enjoy every minute of it!
That’s one handsome machine.
For a moment I thought you were going to to work!😂
@@ScooterintheSticks thanks, Steve. I considered it until I remembered Ruby’s words of wisdom: SCREW WORK! 😂
Congrats on the new scoot, dude!
@@WorkInProgress139 thanks, WIP! Much appreciated!
Enjoy. I sold mine really fast because of the steering wobble and not so smooth engine at high speed.
Thanks, Max. Sorry to hear the GTS isn’t for you. Any other bikes you prefer?
@@heckadude Yes. The new BMW R12 is the next thing im buying with two wheels.
Nice video
Thanks!
You need to enable/turn on the key fob. It will work in your pocket just fine once you do that. The tiny rfid key requires being close always
I think you just hold the two buttons on the fob and the light blinks or something
@@IowaLR4 Thanks! My first impulse was to twist the button, but have since learned to slow down…push it in…wait for the hello on the dash…hold the fob to the front panel…and THEN I get message saying I can twist the button. I was being impatient, as usual.
@@heckadude Ya.. that is true, but my point is that the key fob with two buttons can be activated or deactivated. You currently have it deactivated which is why you have to touch it to the knee panel. If you activate it, it will work from like 5 feet away.. or in your pocket, etc without touching it to that sensor pad area. (So, "passive recognition" is what you have now vs "piaggio keyless" once you turn it on.
From the manual:
To activate or deactivate the remote control, press the Bike Finder button "A" and within 5 seconds also the seat opening button "B" until the color of the LED on the remote control changes.
When the LED on the remote control turns green, the authentication of the "Piaggio Keyless" system can be performed. If the LED turns red, authentication cannot be performed.
If the remote control is not recognized, it is recommended to repeat the activation and authentication procedure. If the lock persists, it is necessary to make a new attempt with passive recognition.
@@IowaLR4 Thanks for the explanation, Iowa. You are exactly right. I was beginning to think this keyless thing would be a major PITA. As it turns out, not having to pull the keys out each time is kind of nice, especially if I'm already wearing gloves or my keys are zipped up in a hard-to-reach spot. Thanks for your comments and for following along!
@@heckadude I don’t really make videos, so maybe a good quick video you could make so people know about it. Or at least maybe a mention on your next video. I love my 2023 GTS 300 Super. I have a rear rack and vespa top case. Very comfortable back rest for 2 up rides. We also have a 2023 Primavera 150 that my wife rides. Ride safe!
I have the same exact one I love it. I hope you enjoy yours.
@@AngelTorres-zf7dd outstanding, Angel. We obviously have great taste! Thank you and I hope you do as well!
Congrats on the new bike. I look forward to new videos of the area- I will be in the Belleville area over Labor day weekend (and Friday the 23rd to take my son back to PSU).
@@joeln6861 thanks, Joel. Exploring and appreciating the beauty of central Pennsylvania was an unexpected benefit when I began riding. Now it’s something that’s become an integral part of my life. I hope you and your son have a wonderful trip back to PSU this week and that he has great semester. WE ARE!
@@heckadude PENN STATE! and thanks!
Enjoy the new machine.
@@kz1000st1 thanks, Jimmy. It’s lived up to the hype so far!
The keyless key should stay in your pocket 😂
Right you are, turns out I had to do the unthinkable and read the manual. 🤪
Oooee! We can't talk to you! I stopped in that exact spot under the bridge two weeks ago to take photo of the bridge.
@@peaceandcalm-paulruby9304 And here I was patting myself on the back for such an original spot…I chuckled to myself that only the eye of an artist could identify such a photogenic locale! Those aesthetic pretenders don’t stand a chance against a spot like this! And then, Paul, you go and burst my bubble! 🤪
were you screaming yahoooooooooo all the way in you helmet ?
You know it!!! 😂
very nice
@@ctmac9404 thanks, Mac!
What is different from the old one, no commentary at all.
@@stevewzorn hey there, Steve. I don’t do much commentary if at all on my videos. So far, the biggest differences I’ve noticed so far are 1) how buttery smooth the new SS is on both the turns and the suspension 2) the keyless ignition. So far, I’d prefer a traditional key but I’m open to the possibility that I need to expand my horizons. Thanks for watching and I hope you come back in the future!
Is it for disabled riders as you’re parked in a disabled bay ☺️
@@lomate1963 I’m not sure what accommodations Piaggio may make for disabled riders. Great question, though. This bay is where my new bike was parked for me to pick up. You’re literally watching my first ride, just like it says in the title. Thanks for watching!
Get real your joke
❤ good luck, drive safe. Greetings @vespaonderweg Belgium
@@vespaonderweg thanks so much, and thanks for watching!