Gilera Runner 125 SP (updated) (Gilera Runner 125)

Member Name: winsoar

Product:	Gilera Runner 125
Date:	04/05/01 (5746 review reads)
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Advantages: Fast, Economical

Disadvantages: Strange styling - although I like it

I love my Gilera Runner! Its got a few scratches on at the moment because of a little accident I had in the snow, but maybe one day I will replace the panels. It certainly doesnt affect the performance though.

It can outrun even the fastest sports cars from stationary, although it cannot keep up at high speed. Its top speed is about 65mph on a flat road.

When I first got it it took a couple of months to get used to the handling. If the wind is very strong you have to ride carefully, especially when the road is wet.

Also if you are getting one, be very careful riding over sand in the road as you can easily lose grip of the road surface and fall off - as I found out!

Fortunately though I invested in a proper jacket and a good helmet so I came through unharmed.

There are a lot of new imitation motorcycles though now that are 124cc so it might also be worth exploring what else is available.

Fuel economy is good. It costs around £7 to fill the tank up, and that lasts around 100 miles.

*** Update ***

It was really sunny and warm today so I cleaned my scooter for the first time in about a year. Its all shiny and new again. I have been riding around town for a couple of hours racing other people with scooters. Its definately a lot of fun and useful too. One extra star added!

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