Scooters

2008Gilera Nexus 500

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The 2008 Gilera Nexus 500 is a practical maxi-scooter designed for urban commuters and riders seeking comfortable, efficient transportation. Its 460cc single-cylinder engine delivers 40 horsepower with excellent torque for city riding and highway cruising. Best known for combining scooter convenience with motorcycle-like performance and handling, it suits riders prioritizing comfort and fuel efficiency over sportiness.

Capacity: 460.0 ccm
Engine: Single
Gearbox: Not on record
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Wet weight: 216.0 kg
Seat height: 780 mm
Power: 40.1 HP (29.5 kW) @ 7500 RPM

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What’s new for the 2008 Gilera Nexus 500

vs the 2007

Spec	2007	2008
Front suspension	Kayaba telehydraulic fork	Kayaba telehydraulic fork, and #1440;41 mm shafts
Front brakes	Double disc	Single disc. Stainless steel double disc, 260 mm, with floating calliper and two Brembo pistons 28 mm front left and two Brembo pistons 26 mm front right
Rear brakes	Single disc	Single disc. Stainless steel disk, 240 mm, fixed calliper, two 34 mm opposed pistons

Other years 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering55%

City riding82%

Daily riding85%

Touring65%

Two-up70%

Track15%

Best for: Designed as a maxi-scooter for comfortable daily commuting and light touring, blending car-like convenience with genuine highway capability.
Built for: A practical, composed and comfort-oriented scooter that prioritizes smooth power delivery, stability and everyday usability over outright sportiness.
Not ideal for: Not the right choice for riders seeking aggressive sport performance, off-road capability, or a lightweight, flickable machine for tight technical riding.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Units

At 780mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2008 Gilera Nexus 500, with a moderate knee angle of around 110 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 460.0 ccm
Power: 40.1 HP (29.5 kW) @ 7500 RPM
Torque: 43.0 Nm (4.4 kgf-m)
Engine type: Single
Power/weight ratio: 0.1856 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke: 92.0 x 69.0 mm
Compression: 10.5:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Electronic inductive discharge, variable spark advance controlled by electronic injection
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Wet sump

Transmission

Transmission type: Automatic
Final drive: Belt
Clutch: Automatic dry centrifuge type

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1515 mm
Overall length: 2090 mm
Overall width: 765 mm
Seat height: 780 mm
Wet weight: 216.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 15.00 litres
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Double cradle trellis made of high-strength steel tubes
Front suspension: Kayaba telehydraulic fork, and #1440;41 mm shafts
Rear suspension: Progressive POWER DRIVE, Kayaba gas shock absorber with spring preload
Rear wheel travel: 76 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc. Stainless steel double disc, 260 mm, with floating calliper and two Brembo pistons 28 mm front left and two Brembo pistons 26 mm front right
Front brakes diameter: 260 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. Stainless steel disk, 240 mm, fixed calliper, two 34 mm opposed pistons
Rear brakes diameter: 240 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-15
Rear tyre: 160/60-14