| Gilera DNA | |
| Production: | 1996–2009 |
| Class: | Motorcycle/Scooter sport moped |
| Engine: | 50 cc (two-stroke liquid cooled) 125 cc (four-stroke liquid cooled) 180 cc (four-stroke liquid cooled) |
| Transmission: | Automatic |
| Related: | Gilera Runner |
The Gilera DNA was a motorcycle produced by Gilera from 1996 to 2009.
The Gilera DNA is available in 50 cc, 125 cc, and 180 cc variants. It features a continuously variable transmission along with an electronic start. The 50 cc bike is limited to a top speed of 29mph;[1] the 125 cc is capable of 72mph; and the 180 cc bike has a maximum speed of 88mph. The 50 cc engine is a 2-stroke, while the 125 cc and 180 cc models are 4-stroke, all are single cylinder.
In 2005 Gilera released the 'RST' model which replaced the handlebars with a different design and featured a new colour scheme.[2] This model was discontinued by Gilera in 2009].
The 125 cc bike was nominated for the "Machine of the Year" award by Motorcycle News in 2001.[3]
| 50 cc | 125 cc | 180 cc | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||||
| Engine Type | 49.4cc single cylinder two-stroke | 124.2cc single cylinder four-stroke | 181.7cc single cylinder four-stroke | |
| Bore/Stroke | 40mm39.3mm | 57mm48.6mm | 69mm48.6mm | |
| Compression Ratio | 12:1 (±0.7) | |||
| Carburation | Carburetor Dell'Orto PHVA 17.5 | |||
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Transmission | Automatic speed variation system by means of variable diameter pulleys, vee belt, centrifugal clutch and gear final drive | |||
| Front Suspension | Hydraulic telescopic fork | Telescopic forks | ||
| Rear Suspension | Single hydraulic shock absorber, coaxial helical spring, frame engine attachment with swinging arm | Swing arm and adjustable twin shock | ||
| Front Brakes | Ø 240mm brake disc with dual piston calliper Ø 25 mm | |||
| Rear Brakes | Ø 200 mm disc brake, caliper with 28 mm opposed pistons | Ø 240mm disc brake, caliper with two opposed pistons Ø 30 mm | ||
| Front Tire | 120/70-14" | |||
| Rear Tire | 140/70-14" | 140/60-14" | ||
| Electricity | ||||
| Ignition | Electronic, a capacitor discharge microprocessor device, with built-in HV coil. | Electronic CDI with variable timing | ||
| Battery | 12V 4Ah | |||
| Dimensions | ||||
| Wheelbase | 1330mm | 1355mm | ||
| Length | 1940mm | |||
| Width | 780mm | |||
| Saddle Height | 770mm | |||
| Weight (dry) | 112kg (247lb) | 137kg (302lb) | ||
| Liquids capacity | ||||
| Fuel | 9L, including approximately 1.2L reserve | |||
| Engine oil | 1.3L, including approximately0.4L reserve | 1L (approximately) | ||
| Cooling system | 0.9L (approximately) | |||
| Performance | ||||
| Power Output | 3.3kW | 11kW @ 9700 rpm | 14kW @ 8500 rpm | |
| Torque | 4.7 N-m @ 6000 rpm | |||