| Gilera Runner | |
| Manufacturer: | Gilera |
| Production: | 1997–2020 |
| Parent Company: | Piaggio & Co. SpA |
| Class: | Scooter |
| Engine: | Two-stroke water cooled,,, single Four-stroke water cooled,, four valve SOHC single |
| Ignition: | Capacitor discharge ignition |
| Transmission: | Belt-driven continuously variable transmission (CVT) |
| Related: | Gilera DNA |
| Sp: | uk |
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 to comply with European law.[3] The 125, 180 and 200cc models were not restricted.
The first incarnation of the Gilera Runner was a 50cc 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 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 petrol tank and battery stowed near the spark plug and a rear drum brake. The SP has a petrol tank, the battery is stowed under the seat and it has a rear disc brake.[4]
In 1999, the FXR was introduced and was by far the fastest of the Runners including the new generation four strokes.[4] 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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | |||||
| Engine Type | single cylinder two stroke | single cylinder two stroke | single cylinder two stroke | ||
| Bore/Stroke | |||||
| Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 (±0.9) | 9.8:1 | 9.9:1 | ||
| Fuel system | Carburetor | Fuel injection | PHVB 20.5mm Carburetor Weber / Dell'Orto | VM 20mm Carburetor Mikuni / Dell'Orto | |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Transmission | CVT | ||||
| Front Suspension | Upside-down telescopic forks | Upside-down forks with double acting hydraulic damper; travel | |||
| Rear Suspension | Hydraulic monoshock | Swingarm and hydraulic monoshock | Hydraulic monoshock and coiler spring with four position rate adjustmentEngine frame linkage with swinging arm; travel | ||
| Front Brakes | Single disc | Ø disc brake with hydraulic linkage | |||
| Rear Brakes | Drum (50)Single disc (DD/SP) | Single disc | Ø drum brake with mechanical linkage | ||
| Front Tire | 120/70-12" | ||||
| Rear Tire | 130/70-12" | 130/70-12"(130/60-13" for Rear Disc brakes) | |||
| Ignition | Electronic CDI module with separate H.T. coil | ||||
| Dimensions | |||||
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| Kerb weight | 98kg (216lb) (50)93kg (205lb) (DD/SP) | 89kg (196lb) | 115kg (254lb)[7] | ||
| Liquids capacity | |||||
| Fuel | 8.5L (50/DD)12L (SP) | 12L | (through 1998) (1999–) | ||
| Fuel reserve | 1.5L (50/DD) 3L (SP) | 3L | |||
| Engine oil | |||||
| Engine oil reserve | |||||
| Cooling system | |||||
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | single cylinder four-stroke | & single cylinder four-stroke | |
| Bore/Stroke | (180) (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 disc brake with hydraulic linkage | ||
| Rear brakes | Ø disc brake with hydraulic linkage | ||
| Front Tire | 120/70-12" | ||
| Rear Tire | 130/70-12" | ||
| Ignition | Electronic CDI module | ||
| Dimensions | |||
| Wheelbase | |||
| Length | |||
| Width | |||
| Seat height | |||
| Kerb weight | 132kg (291lb) | ||
| Liquids capacity | |||
| Fuel | |||
| Fuel reserve | |||
| Engine oil | |||
| Cooling system | |||
| Engine: | Two-stroke water cooled Piaggio Hi-PER2 PRO 49.4 cc (50SP) Four-stroke water cooled 124.0 cc (125), 198.0 cc (200) |
| Transmission: | Belt-driven continuously variable transmission (CVT) |
A second generation of the Runner saw the first major redesign since its original introduction. The revised models were launched in 2005 with a line up of three models which consisted of the two-stroke carburetor SP 50, fuel injected Purejet 50 and the four-stroke VX 125.[10] A revised VXR 200 became available in spring 2006.[11]
The current model line up consists of Runner ST 125 and Runner ST 200 which utilize the LEADER 4-valve engine. Now Runner has an analog-digital board, bigger wheels, the seat opens by pressing the steering wheel lock.
On two-stroke models the oil filler hole has now been moved under the front of the seat, and there is a basic tool in the small compartment at the back.
The 2008 models had minor updates.
| 50SP[12] | Purejet[13] | VX/ST[14] | VXR/ST | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | single cylinder two-stroke | single cylinder four-stroke | single cylinder four-stroke | ||
| Bore × stroke | |||||
| Compression ratio | 12:1 (±0.7) | 11.5:1 (±0.9) | 12:1 (±0.5) | 11.5:1 (±0.5) | |
| Carburation | Carburetor Dell'Orto PHVA 17.5 ID | N/A | 30mm Keihin CVK30 Carburetor | ||
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Transmission | CVT | ||||
| Front suspension | Upside-down telescopic forkswith Ø 30 mm stanchion and dual-effect damper | Hydraulic double-acting telescopic forkswith Ø 35 mm stems | |||
| Rear suspension | Single hydraulic shock absorber, coaxial helical spring, frame engine attachment with swinging arm | Coaxial spring and hydraulic shock absorber.Chassis to engine support with swinging arm | |||
| Front brake | Ø disc brake with hydraulic linkage (r.h. brake lever) | Ø disc brake with hydraulic control activated by handlebar right lever | |||
| Rear brake | Ø disc brake (hydraulically controlled via lever on left hand side of handlebar) | Ø disc brake with twin plunger calipers, with hydraulic control by a handlebar left lever. | |||
| Front tire | 120/70-14" | ||||
| Rear tire | 140/70-13" | ||||
| Ignition | Electronic CDI module with incorporated HV coil | Electronic ignition with H.V. coil controlled by the ECU | Electronic CDI and variable advance, with separate HV coil | ||
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