Scooters
2008Gilera Runner VX 125
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The 2008 Gilera Runner VX 125 is a practical urban scooter designed for commuters and novice riders seeking economical, easy-to-ride transportation. Its liquid-cooled four-stroke engine and automatic transmission deliver reliable performance with minimal maintenance demands. Best known for combining affordability with everyday dependability, it remains a popular choice for city commuting.
- Capacity
- 124.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 119.0 kg
- Seat height
- 820 mm
- Power
- 15.0 HP (11.0 kW)
What’s new for the 2008 Gilera Runner VX 125
vs the 2007| Spec | 2007 | 2008 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 20.1 HP (14.8 kW) @ 9700 RPM | 15.0 HP (11.0 kW) |
| Seat height | 780 mm (30.7 inches) | 820 mm (32.3 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Single disc. 220 mm stainless steel floating disc with dual piston calliper |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. 220 mm stainless steel disc, calliper with two opposed pistons |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed primarily for zipping around urban streets and handling short commutes with ease.
- Built for
- A sporty-styled 125cc scooter that prioritizes nimble handling and easy city usability over outright performance.
- Not ideal for
- Not suitable for riders seeking highway touring capability, high top speed, or off-road versatility.
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
- 124.0 ccm
- Power
- 15.0 HP (11.0 kW)
- Engine type
- Single
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1261 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 57.0 x 48.6 mm
- Compression
- 10.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric & kick
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump lubrication
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
Performance
- Top speed
- 108.0 km/h (67.1 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1340 mm
- Overall length
- 1900 mm
- Overall width
- 750 mm
- Seat height
- 820 mm
- Dry weight
- 119.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 12.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Cradled in steel tubes with pressed steel
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork with 35 mm
- Rear suspension
- Two dual effect hydraulic dampers, helicoidal spring adjustable to four positions
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. 220 mm stainless steel floating disc with dual piston calliper
- Front brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. 220 mm stainless steel disc, calliper with two opposed pistons
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-12
- Rear tyre
- 130/70-12
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 | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 124 cc | 124 cc | 124 cc | 124 cc |
| Dry weight | 119 kg | 119 kg | 119 kg | 119 kg |
| Seat height | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm | 820 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 12 L | 12 L | 12 L | 12 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 VX 125?
The 2008 Gilera Runner VX 125 has a Capacity of 124.0 ccm (7.57 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Gilera Runner VX 125 have?
The 2008 Gilera Runner VX 125 has a Power of 15.0 HP (11.0 kW).
How much does the Gilera Runner VX 125 weigh?
The 2008 Gilera Runner VX 125 has a Dry weight of 119.0 kg (262.3 pounds).
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