Gilera Runner VXR 200 vs Piaggio Carnaby 200 (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Gilera Runner VXR 200stacks up against the Piaggio Carnaby 200. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecGilera Runner VXR 200Piaggio Carnaby 200
Model year20082008
Price
Engine198 cc198 cc
Torque17 Nm
Weight123 kg
Seat height34 mm
Fuel capacity2.3 L2.5 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 pistonsSingle disc
Tires110/70-16 / 130/70-16

Gilera Runner VXR 200 vs Piaggio Carnaby 200 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Gilera Runner VXR 200 and the Piaggio Carnaby 200 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Gilera Runner VXR 200 brings its published horsepower in a 123 kg package, while the Piaggio Carnaby 200 counters with its own power figure.

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: