Gilera Runner VX 125 vs Malaguti Phantom Max 125 (2008)

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

Spec comparison

SpecGilera Runner VX 125Malaguti Phantom Max 125
Model year20082007
Price
Engine124 cc124 cc
Horsepower13 hp
Torque11 Nm
Weight119 kg131 kg
Seat height32 mm31 mm
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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
Tires120/70-12 / 130/70-12 130/70-13 / 130/60-13

Gilera Runner VX 125 vs Malaguti Phantom Max 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Gilera Runner VX 125 and the Malaguti Phantom Max 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 Malaguti Phantom Max 125 counters with 13 hp at 131 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: