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Gilera DNA

The Gilera DNA was a motorcycle produced by Gilera from 1996 to 2009.

DNA 180, front view

Description

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 29 mph (47 km/h);[1] the 125 cc is capable of 72 mph (116 km/h); and the 180 cc bike has a maximum speed of 88 mph (142 km/h). 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].[when?]

The 125 cc bike was nominated for the "Machine of the Year" award by Motorcycle News in 2001.[3]

References

  1. ^ Mesure, Susie (2005-11-22). "Gilera DNA 50 - Road Tests". The Independent. Retrieved 2015-03-25.
  2. ^ "Gilera updates DNA". Motorcycle News. 2005-06-10. Retrieved 2015-03-25.
  3. ^ "Overall Machine of the Year". Motorcycle News. 2001-10-21. Retrieved 2015-03-25.

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