Gilera Nexus 500 - 2005 Specifications and Reviews
The 2005 Gilera Nexus 500 is a modern commuter scooter powered by a fuel-injected 460cc single-cylinder engine delivering 40 horsepower. Engineered for practical urban transportation, it combines automatic transmission convenience with responsive performance. Best suited for daily riders seeking reliable, efficient mobility with contemporary technology and comfortable ergonomics.
General information | |
| Category | Scooter |
| Year | 2005 |
| Model | Gilera Nexus 500 |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Clutch | Automatic dry centrifuge type |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Gearbox | Automatic |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Lubrication system | Wet sump |
| Starter | Electric |
| Ignition | Electronic inductive discharge, variable spark advance controlled by electronic injection |
| Fuel control | SOHC |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Fuel system | Injection. Electronic system - Magneti Marelli IAV. |
| Bore x stroke | 92.0 x 69.0 mm (3.6 x 2.7 inches) |
| Compression | 10.5:1 |
| Torque | 43.00 |
| Power | 40.12 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | Single cylinder |
| Capacity: | 460.00 ccm (28.07 cubic inches) |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 1,515 mm (59.6 inches) |
| Overall width | 765 mm (30.1 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,090 mm (82.3 inches) |
| Seat height | 780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 216.0 kg (476.2 pounds) |
| Dry weight | 101.0 kg (222.7 pounds) |
Gilera Nexus 500 dimensions and frame | |
| Exhaust system | Two-way catalytic converter |
| Rear brakes diameter | 240 mm (9.4 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes diameter | 260 mm (10.2 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 160/60-14 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 120/70-15 |
| Rear suspension | Progressive POWER DRIVE, Kayaba gas shock absorber with spring preload |
| Front suspension travel | 41 mm (1.6 inches) |
| Front suspension | Kayaba telehydraulic fork |
| Frame type | Double cradle, high-tensile steel tubes |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.3972 HP/kg |
Other specs | |
| Fuel capacity | 15.00 litres (3.96 gallons) |






































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