Honda Metropolitan II vs Gilera Runner Racing Replica (2006)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda Metropolitan IIstacks up against the Gilera Runner Racing Replica. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda Metropolitan IIGilera Runner Racing Replica
Model year20062006
Price$1,849
Engine49 cc49 cc
Weight71 kg
Seat height28 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity1.3 L2.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Double disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Double disc
Tires90/90-10 / 90/90-10 120/70-12 / 130/70-12

Honda Metropolitan II vs Gilera Runner Racing Replica — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda Metropolitan II and the Gilera Runner Racing Replica usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda Metropolitan II brings its published horsepower in a 71 kg package, while the Gilera Runner Racing Replica 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: