2012 Gilera Runner ST 200 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
At the heart of the 2012 Gilera Runner ST 200 scooter motorcycle, Gilera relies on a 198 cc (12.1 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 18.8 HP (13.7 kW) at 8,750 rpm while maximum torque reaches 17 Nm (12.5 lb-ft) at 7,250 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 94.9 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (7,250 rpm) and peak power (8,750 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the Runner ST 200 measures 138 kg (304 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.14 HP/kg (7.34 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,340 mm (52.8 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 7-liter (1.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Gilera archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 2009 to 2012, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
94.9 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.14 HP/kg (7.34 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
7,250–8,750 rpm
Engine
Displacement198.0 ccm (12.08 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power18.8 HP (13.7 kW)) @ 8750 RPM
Torque17.0 Nm (1.7 kgf-m or 12.5 ft.lbs) @ 7250 RPM
Bore x Stroke72.0 x 48.6 mm (2.8 x 1.9 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
DrivelineAutomatic twist and go with C.V.T
Performance
Emission DetailsEuro III
Chassis
Frame TypeCradled in steel tubes with pressed steel
Front SuspensionTelescopic hydraulic fork
Rear SuspensionTwo dual effect hydraulic dampers, helicoidal spring adjustable to four positions
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Power
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Torque
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
