Gilera Runner ST 125 vs Benelli Velvet 125 (2012)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Gilera Runner ST 125stacks up against the Benelli Velvet 125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Gilera Runner ST 125 | Benelli Velvet 125 |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 124 cc | 124 cc |
| Horsepower | 15 hp | — |
| Torque | 12 Nm | — |
| Weight | — | 122 kg |
| Seat height | 32 mm | 32 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 2.3 L | 3.2 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Stainless steel floating disc with dual piston calliper | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Stainless steel disc, calliper with two opposed pistons | Single disc |
| Tires | 120/70-14 / 140/60-13 | 120/70-13 / 140/70-13 |
Gilera Runner ST 125 vs Benelli Velvet 125 — which should you buy?
Picking between the Gilera Runner ST 125 and the Benelli Velvet 125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Gilera Runner ST 125 brings 15 hp, while the Benelli Velvet 125 counters with its own power figure at 122 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:

