Gilera Runner VX 125 vs Sym Megalo 125 (2008)

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

Spec comparison

SpecGilera Runner VX 125Sym Megalo 125
Model year20082008
Price
Engine124 cc124 cc
Weight119 kg105 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity1.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
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 pistonsExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/70-12 / 130/70-12

Gilera Runner VX 125 vs Sym Megalo 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Gilera Runner VX 125 and the Sym Megalo 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 Sym Megalo 125 counters with its own power figure at 105 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: