Positioned in Gilera's scooter motorcycle lineup, the 2005 Gilera Runner VXR 200 features a 198 cc (12.1 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 21 HP (15.3 kW), transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 106.1 HP per liter, the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
On the scales, the Runner VXR 200 measures 123 kg (271 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.17 HP/kg (5.86 kg per horsepower). 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 1,340 mm (52.8 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 12.2-liter (3.2 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 2005 to 2008, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
106.1 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.17 HP/kg (5.86 kg/HP)
Standover Height
780 mm (30.7 in)
Engine
Displacement198.0 ccm (12.08 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power21.0 HP (15.3 kW))
Compression10.5:1
Bore x Stroke72.0 x 48.6 mm (2.8 x 1.9 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
LubricationLiquid
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
ClutchCradled in steel tubes with pressed steel
Chassis
Frame TypeCradled in steel tubes with pressed steel
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork with Ø 35 mm
Rear SuspensionTwo dual effect hydraulic dampers, helicoidal spring adjustable to four positions
Wheelbase1340 mm (52.8 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-12
Rear Tyre130/70-12
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight123.0 kg (271.2 pounds)
Power/Weight0.1707 HP/kg
Seat Height780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Weight
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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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