At the heart of the 2005 Gilera Runner SP 50 scooter motorcycle, Gilera relies on a 49.3 cc (3 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke powerplant. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 40.0 x 39.3 mm (1.6 x 1.5 inches) with a 10.5:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Runner SP 50 measures 89 kg (196 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 780 mm (30.7 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,290 mm (50.8 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 12-liter (3.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Gilera archive, this model family spans 8 indexed model years from 2005 to 2012, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
780 mm (30.7 in)
Engine
Displacement49.3 ccm (3.01 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Compression10.5:1
Bore x Stroke40.0 x 39.3 mm (1.6 x 1.5 inches)
LubricationSeparate with automatic mixer
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
ClutchAutomatic centrifuge type
Chassis
Front SuspensionFork with upside down shafts with double effect hydraulic damper
Rear SuspensionHydraulic single damper, co-axial helicoidal spring
Wheelbase1290 mm (50.8 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-12
Rear Tyre120/70-12
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø175 mm (6.9 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight89.0 kg (196.2 pounds)
Seat Height780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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