CPI Formula R vs PGO BuBu 50 (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the CPI Formula Rstacks up against the PGO BuBu 50. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecCPI Formula RPGO BuBu 50
Model year20082008
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower3 hp5 hp
Torque5 Nm
Fuel capacity1.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/70-12 / 130/70-12

CPI Formula R vs PGO BuBu 50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the CPI Formula R and the PGO BuBu 50 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the CPI Formula R brings 3 hp, while the PGO BuBu 50 counters with 5 hp.

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: