MBK Booster X vs CPI Formula R 50 (2009)

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

Spec comparison

SpecMBK Booster XCPI Formula R 50
Model year20092009
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower4 hp3 hp
Torque4 Nm
Weight267 kg
Seat height30 mm
Fuel capacity1.1 L1.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/90-10 / 120/90-10 120/70-12 / 130/70-12

MBK Booster X vs CPI Formula R 50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the MBK Booster X and the CPI Formula R 50 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the MBK Booster X brings 4 hp in a 267 kg package, while the CPI Formula R 50 counters with 3 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: