Scooters
2008Gilera Runner SP 50
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The 2008 Gilera Runner SP 50 is an entry-level scooter ideal for new riders and urban commuters. Powered by a fuel-injected single-cylinder two-stroke engine with liquid cooling, it delivers reliable performance in a lightweight, nimble package. Known for its practical automatic transmission and dependable electric starter, the Runner SP 50 excels as an affordable, easy-to-ride city commuter.
- Capacity
- 49.3 ccm
- Engine
- Single, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 89.0 kg
- Seat height
- 815 mm
- Power
- 5.4 HP (4.0 kW)
What’s new for the 2008 Gilera Runner SP 50
vs the 2007| Spec | 2007 | 2008 |
|---|---|---|
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Hydraulic with 220 mm stainless steel disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Hydraulic with 175 mm stainless steel disc |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built purely for short urban hops, commuting, and running errands rather than any kind of performance riding.
- Built for
- A sporty-styled 50cc city scooter with premium touches like an upside-down fork and twin disc brakes, giving it flair beyond its tiny engine.
- Not ideal for
- Not suitable for highway riding, long trips, carrying a passenger comfortably, or anyone wanting real acceleration or power.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 49.3 ccm
- Power
- 5.4 HP (4.0 kW)
- Engine type
- Single, two-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0607 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 40.0 x 39.3 mm
- Compression
- 10.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric & kick
- Ignition
- CDI
- Lubrication system
- Separate with automatic mixer
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Automatic centrifuge type
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1290 mm
- Overall length
- 1830 mm
- Overall width
- 715 mm
- Seat height
- 815 mm
- Dry weight
- 89.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 103.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 12.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Cradled in welded steel tubes with pressed steel reinforcements
- Front suspension
- Fork with upside down shafts with double effect hydraulic damper
- Rear suspension
- Hydraulic single damper, co-axial helicoidal spring
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Hydraulic with 220 mm stainless steel disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Hydraulic with 175 mm stainless steel disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 175 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-12
- Rear tyre
- 120/70-12
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 | 2005 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc |
| Dry weight | 89 kg | 89 kg | 89 kg | 103 kg | 103 kg | 103 kg |
| Seat height | 780 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 12 L | 12 L | 12 L | 7 L | 7 L | 7 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Gilera Runner SP 50?
The 2008 Gilera Runner SP 50 has a Capacity of 49.3 ccm (3.01 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Gilera Runner SP 50 have?
The 2008 Gilera Runner SP 50 has a Power of 5.4 HP (4.0 kW).
How much does the Gilera Runner SP 50 weigh?
The 2008 Gilera Runner SP 50 has a Dry weight of 89.0 kg (196.2 pounds).
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