GILERA: TWO RINGS IN MOTORCYCLING HISTORY - Gilera's history has its roots in the early part of the twentieth century. The first motorcycle to bear this name, the VT 317, was produced in 1909 by Giuseppe Gilera. In the years following World War I, Gilera produced the 500 cc side valve motorcycles that went on to win major international races. From the mid-Thirties the production of motorcycles with a valve in the crankcase, such as the "Quattro Bulloni 500" and the "Otto Bulloni", began. he "Rondine", a futuristic cross-racing bike with a four cylinder 500 cc engine, dates to 1936.

The motorcycle set several world records (274.181 kph on a flying run in 1937: a record that remained unbeaten for almost two decades) and won Dorino Serafini the 1939 European Championship. After the war Gilera presented the new Saturno 500 and a range of medium-high displacement motorcycles. The four cylinder 500 cc became the new winner: Umberto Masetti was world champion in 1950 and 1952, followed by Geoff Duke (three wins) and Liberati (one title). Gilera also collected six manufacturer's championship wins, three Tourist Trophies, seven Italian titles and an impressive record win by Bruno Francisci at the Milano-Taranto race.

Gilera Runner  All Runner versions come equipped with powerful disk brakes, liquid-cooled engine and sporty paintwork, features that make Runner a performance scooter which brings you the thrills of the racetrack. Runner is both 50 and over 50 cc. Runner 50 is available in SP version (liquid cooled) and Purejet (injection). Runner over 50 is available in two versions as well: Runner VX 125 and Runner VXR 200: performance, technology and low fuel consumption with L.E.A.D.E.R 125 and 200 liquid cooled 4-stroke, 4-valve engine.

Gilera DNA  A genetically modified scooter. A sturdy frame able to capture all your driving energy and give you thrills you never thought possible. The style of a motorcycle but with twist and go transmission and a helmet storage compartment - a two-wheeler truly ahead of the field!

Gilera Stalker  Fun handling. With chunky off-road style tyres, strong suspension and frame, the Gilera Stalker is ready for anything. As suited to commuting as it is to leisure-time use, no matter what you want from it, the Stalker will deliver.

Gilera Nexus 250  The new Nexus 250 SP is the ultimate expression of Gilera's passion for performance. The Nexus 250 SP combines the amazing chassis from its larger brother with the latest fuel-injected engine and a fresh new style. The 14" wheels and 250cc QUASAR engine give the package the performance credentials it deserves. As with its larger brother, the Nexus 250 SP offers performance and style but not at the expense of practicality. With a generous underseat compartment which can hold a full-face helmet, a well-padded seat and an adjustable windscreen the Nexus 250 SP can not only hold its own with smaller sports scooters around town but it can compete with the very best on the motorway.

Gilera Nexus 500  By crossing the sporty characteristics of the Gilera Brand with the performance provided by the MASTER 500cc electronic injection engine, the Gilera Nexus is the first Sport Gran-Turismo scooter.Combining motorcycle technology and maintaining the advantages of a scooter the Nexus displays several mechanical solutions, usually only seen on a motorcycle, that provide racing performance and extraordinary manoeuvrability while keeping the vehicle safe and stable at high speeds. Moreover, the engine is rigidly mounted to the frame through the "Direct Link" ensuring excellent handling and with the linked braking system, especially developed for the Nexus, the Gilera Nexus provides powerful and controllable braking in all conditions.  

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