Gilera Runner PureJet 50 vs Malaguti Phantom 50 Capirex (2007)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Gilera Runner PureJet 50stacks up against the Malaguti Phantom 50 Capirex. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecGilera Runner PureJet 50Malaguti Phantom 50 Capirex
Model year20072007
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Weight91 kg
Seat height31 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity2.6 L2.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesDouble discSingle disc
Rear brakesDouble discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/70-12 / 130/70-12 120/70-12 / 130/70-12

Gilera Runner PureJet 50 vs Malaguti Phantom 50 Capirex — which should you buy?

Picking between the Gilera Runner PureJet 50 and the Malaguti Phantom 50 Capirex usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Gilera Runner PureJet 50 brings its published horsepower, while the Malaguti Phantom 50 Capirex counters with its own power figure at 91 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: