MBK Flipper vs Garelli Tiesse 50 S 2T (2009)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the MBK Flipperstacks up against the Garelli Tiesse 50 S 2T. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMBK FlipperGarelli Tiesse 50 S 2T
Model year20092009
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower3 hp3 hp
Torque4 Nm4 Nm
Weight267 kg89 kg
Seat height30 mm
Fuel capacity1.9 L1.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires70/90-M16 / 80/90-M16 120/70-12 / 130/70-12

MBK Flipper vs Garelli Tiesse 50 S 2T — which should you buy?

Picking between the MBK Flipper and the Garelli Tiesse 50 S 2T usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the MBK Flipper brings 3 hp in a 267 kg package, while the Garelli Tiesse 50 S 2T counters with 3 hp at 89 kg.

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: