Gilera Runner VX 125 vs UM Comet 125 SS (2008)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Gilera Runner VX 125stacks up against the UM Comet 125 SS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Gilera Runner VX 125 | UM Comet 125 SS |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2008 | 2006 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 124 cc | 124 cc |
| Weight | 119 kg | 97 kg |
| Seat height | 32 mm | 30 mm |
| Fuel capacity | — | 1.3 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic | — |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Ø 220 mm stainless steel floating disc with dual piston calliper | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Ø 220 mm stainless steel disc, calliper with two opposed pistons | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Tires | 120/70-12 / 130/70-12 | — |
Gilera Runner VX 125 vs UM Comet 125 SS — which should you buy?
Picking between the Gilera Runner VX 125 and the UM Comet 125 SS 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 UM Comet 125 SS counters with its own power figure at 97 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: