Gilera Runner
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 Gilera Runner SP FXR180 | |
| Manufacturer | Gilera |
|---|---|
| Parent company | Piaggio & Co. SpA |
| Production | 1997–2020 |
| Class | Scooter |
| Engine | Two-stroke water cooled 50 cc (3.1 cu in), 125 cc (7.6 cu in), 180 cc (11 cu in), single Four-stroke water cooled 125 cc (7.6 cu in), 180 cc (11 cu in), 200 cc (12 cu in) four valve SOHC single |
| Ignition type | Capacitor discharge ignition |
| Transmission | Belt-driven continuously variable transmission (CVT) |
| Related | Gilera DNA |
The Gilera Runner is a scooter manufactured by Italian company Piaggio under the Gilera brand, designed by Luciano Marabese of Marabese Design Srl.[1] It is noted for its unusual style, high performance and good handling.[2] The Runner was initially only available with two stroke engines with 125 cc and 180 cc four stroke versions arriving in 1998 and the larger two stroke versions phased out. The model range was revised in 2005 with an all new model introduced in 2009. All 50 cc Runner models were restricted to 28 mph (45 km/h) to comply with European law.[3] The 125, 180 and 200cc models were not restricted.
The first incarnation of the Gilera Runner was a 50 cc that was released in 1997 in Europe. The 50cc model went through a number of revisions; in 1998, a rear disc brake was added with the Gilera Runner 50DD (Double Disc). The colour scheme was also revised with the release of the Runner 50SP. The direct injection Runner Purejet 50 was released in 2003 with lower emissions.[4]
In 1998, the 125 cc (7.6 cu in) FX Runner was introduced which had the same styling as the 50cc. In 1999, the SP model was released. The biggest difference between the FX (FXR) and the SP is the FX had a 9 L (2.0 imp gal; 2.4 US gal) petrol tank and battery stowed near the spark plug and a rear drum brake. The SP has a 12 L (2.6 imp gal; 3.2 US gal) petrol tank, the battery is stowed under the seat and it has a rear disc brake.[4]
In 1999, the FXR 180 cc (11 cu in) was introduced and was by far the fastest of the Runners including the new generation 200 cc (12 cu in) four strokes.[4][failed verification] It was noted for its high performance and great handling. Unfortunately it has a high fuel consumption.[2]
| 50/DD/SP[5] | Purejet | FX125[6] | FXR180[6] | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||||
| Engine Type | 49.3 cc (3.01 cu in) single cylinder two stroke | 123.5 cc (7.54 cu in) single cylinder two stroke | 175.8 cc (10.73 cu in) single cylinder two stroke | |
| Bore/Stroke | 40.0 mm × 39.3 mm (1.57 in × 1.55 in) | 55.0 mm × 52.0 mm (2.17 in × 2.05 in) | 65.6 mm × 52 mm (2.58 in × 2.05 in) | |
| Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 (±0.9) | 9.8:1 | 9.9:1 | |
| Fuel system | Carburetor | PHVA 17.5mm Dell'Orto Carburetor | Fuel injection | Carburetor | PHVB 20.5mm Dell'Orto / Mikuni VM 20mm | Carburetor | PHVB 20.5mm Dell'Orto / Mikuni VM 20mm |
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Transmission | CVT | |||
| Front Suspension | Upside-down telescopic forks | Upside-down forks with double acting hydraulic damper; 83 mm (3.3 in) travel | ||
| Rear Suspension | Swingarm and hydraulic monoshock | Swingarm and hydraulic monoshock | Hydraulic monoshock and coiler spring with four position rate adjustment
Engine frame linkage with swinging arm; 60 mm (2.4 in) travel | |
| Front Brakes | Single disc | Ø 220 mm (8.7 in) disc brake with hydraulic linkage | ||
| Rear Brakes | Drum (50)
Single disc (DD/SP) |
Single disc | Ø 140 mm (5.5 in) drum brake with mechanical linkage
Ø 240 mm (9.4 in) disc brake with hydraulic linkage (1999-on) | |
| Front Tire | 120/70-12" | |||
| Rear Tire | 130/70-12" | 130/70-12" for rear drum brake models (1998)
130/60-13" for rear Disc brakes models (1999-on) | ||
| Ignition | Electronic CDI with internal H.T. coil | Electronic ignition with H.T. coil controlled by the ECU | Variable ignition timing electronic CDI module with separate H.T. coil | |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Trail | 71 mm (2.8 in) | |||
| Wheelbase | 1,290 mm (51 in) | 1,303 mm (51.3 in) | ||
| Length | 1,780 mm (70 in) | 1,800 mm (71 in) | 1,780 mm (70 in) | |
| Width | 720 mm (28 in) | |||
| Seat Height | 815 mm (32.1 in) | 830 mm (33 in) | 815 mm (32.1 in) | |
| Kerb weight | 98 kg (216 lb) (50)
93 kg (205 lb) (DD/SP) |
89 kg (196 lb) | 115 kg (254 lb)[7] | |
| Liquids capacity | ||||
| Fuel | 8.5 L (1.9 imp gal; 2.2 US gal) (50/DD)
12 L (2.6 imp gal; 3.2 US gal) (SP) |
12 L (2.6 imp gal; 3.2 US gal) | 9 L (2.0 imp gal; 2.4 US gal) (1998) 12 L (2.6 imp gal; 3.2 US gal) (1999–on) | |
| Fuel reserve | 1.5 L (0.33 imp gal; 0.40 US gal) (50/DD)
3 L (0.66 imp gal; 0.79 US gal) (SP) |
3 L (0.66 imp gal; 0.79 US gal) | 1.5 L (0.33 imp gal; 0.40 US gal) (1998)
3 L (0.66 imp gal; 0.79 US gal) (1999-on) | |
| Engine oil | 1.8 L (0.40 imp gal; 0.48 US gal) | |||
| Engine oil reserve | 0.4 L (0.088 imp gal; 0.11 US gal) | |||
| Cooling system | 0.9 L (0.20 imp gal; 0.24 US gal) | 1.7 L (0.37 imp gal; 0.45 US gal)[7] | ||
Four stroke models
The first generation of Gilera Runner had four-stroke variants added initially in VX 125 (124 cc) and VXR 180 guises. The VXR 180 was replaced by the larger capacity VXR 200 (198 cc) in mid 2002.[8] The four-stroke Runner was equipped with a liquid cooled, four valve version of Piaggio's LEADER engine. All of these models came with an immobiliser with programmed keys.
| VX[9] | VXR[9] | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 124.2 cc (7.58 cu in) single cylinder four-stroke | 181.7 cc (11.09 cu in) & 197.7 cc (12.06 cu in)
single cylinder four-stroke |
| Bore/Stroke | 57.0 mm × 72.0 mm (2.24 in × 2.83 in) | 69.0 mm × 72.0 mm (2.72 in × 2.83 in) (180)
73.0 mm × 72.0 mm (2.87 in × 2.83 in) (200) |
| Compression ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT | |
| Front suspension | Conventional telescopic forks | |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm and adjustable twin shock | |
| Front brakes | Ø 220 mm (8.7 in) disc brake with hydraulic linkage | |
| Rear brakes | Ø 220 mm (8.7 in) disc brake with hydraulic linkage | |
| Front Tire | 120/70-12" | |
| Rear Tire | 130/70-12" | |
| Ignition | Electronic CDI module | |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase | 1,350 mm (53 in) | |
| Length | 1,900 mm (75 in) | |
| Width | 750 mm (30 in) | |
| Seat height | 815 mm (32.1 in) | |
| Kerb weight | 132 kg (291 lb) | |
| Liquids capacity | ||
| Fuel | 12 L (2.6 imp gal; 3.2 US gal) | |
| Fuel reserve | 3 L (0.66 imp gal; 0.79 US gal) | |
| Engine oil | 1 L (0.22 imp gal; 0.26 US gal) | |
| Cooling system | 0.9 L (0.20 imp gal; 0.24 US gal) | |
