Vespa LX 50cc 2T vs Gilera Runner Pure Jet (2006)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Vespa LX 50cc 2Tstacks up against the Gilera Runner Pure Jet. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecVespa LX 50cc 2TGilera Runner Pure Jet
Model year20062006
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Weight96 kg123 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity2.3 L2.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discDouble disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Double disc
Tires110/70-11 / 120/70-10 120/70-12 / 130/70-12

Vespa LX 50cc 2T vs Gilera Runner Pure Jet — which should you buy?

Picking between the Vespa LX 50cc 2T and the Gilera Runner Pure Jet usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Vespa LX 50cc 2T brings its published horsepower in a 96 kg package, while the Gilera Runner Pure Jet counters with its own power figure at 123 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: