Scooters
2009Gilera Nexus 300
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The 2009 Gilera Nexus 300 is a practical maxi-scooter engineered for commuters and urban riders seeking comfort and reliability. Its liquid-cooled 292cc single-cylinder engine delivers consistent performance for daily transportation, while the automatic transmission and lightweight frame make it accessible for riders of varying experience levels. Known for its balanced handling and fuel efficiency, the Nexus 300 excels in city riding and moderate highway speeds.
- Capacity
- 292.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Wet weight
- 174.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 29.2 HP (21.5 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed as a maxi-scooter for comfortable urban commuting with enough capability for occasional longer rides or motorway stretches.
- Built for
- A practical and composed maxi-scooter that blends everyday usability with a touch of sporty styling and respectable performance for its class.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders seeking genuine sport-bike performance, off-road capability, or a purely spec-driven track machine.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 292.0 ccm
- Power
- 29.2 HP (21.5 kW)
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1678 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 75.0 x 63.0 mm
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Electronic inductive discharge
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Dry centrifugal type
Dimensions & weight
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Double cradle trellis made of high-strength steel tubes
- Front suspension
- Telescopic hydraulic fork with 35 mm shafts;
- Rear suspension
- Double hydraulic shock absorber with four-position spring preload
- Front wheel travel
- 94 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 76 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Stainless steel disk, two-piston floating caliper
- Front brakes diameter
- 260 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Stainless steel disk, caliper with two opposite pistons
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-14
- Rear tyre
- 140/60-14
Other
- Color options
- Red
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 292 cc | 292 cc | 292 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 15 L | 15 L | 15 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Gilera Nexus 300?
The 2009 Gilera Nexus 300 has a Capacity of 292.0 ccm (17.82 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Gilera Nexus 300 have?
The 2009 Gilera Nexus 300 has a Power of 29.2 HP (21.5 kW).
How much does the Gilera Nexus 300 weigh?
The 2009 Gilera Nexus 300 has a Wet weight of 174.0 kg (383.6 pounds).
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