The 1989 Gilera Nuovo Saturno
The all new Saturno model was built in the late eighties. Originally aimed at the Japanese market, it was eventually sold worldwide. The Nuovo Saturno, like its namesake, is a lightweight, sporting 500cc single with all the attributes of a modern machine.
1989 Gilera Saturno Specifications
| ENGINE | Single four-stroke four valve |
| CAPACITY | 491cc |
| POWER OUTPUT | 45bhp @ 7,500rpm |
| FRAME |
Tubular triangulated frame with the engine as a stressed member. |
| SUSPENSION | Telescopic forks, rising rate monoshock |
| WEIGHT | 140kg (309 lb) |
| TOP SPEED | 185 km/h (115 mph) |