Gilera Runner VX 125 vs Piaggio X8 125 (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Gilera Runner VX 125stacks up against the Piaggio X8 125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecGilera Runner VX 125Piaggio X8 125
Model year20082007
Price
Engine124 cc124 cc
Horsepower15 hp
Torque12 Nm
Weight119 kg81 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity2.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc. Ø 220 mm stainless steel floating disc with dual piston calliperSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Ø 220 mm stainless steel disc, calliper with two opposed pistonsSingle disc
Tires120/70-12 / 130/70-12 120/70-14 / 130/70-12

Gilera Runner VX 125 vs Piaggio X8 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Gilera Runner VX 125 and the Piaggio X8 125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Gilera Runner VX 125 brings its published horsepower in a 119 kg package, while the Piaggio X8 125 counters with 15 hp at 81 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: