PGO BuBu 50 vs TGB Laser R5 49 (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the PGO BuBu 50stacks up against the TGB Laser R5 49. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecPGO BuBu 50TGB Laser R5 49
Model year20082008
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower5 hp5 hp
Torque5 Nm
Weight122 kg
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. Hydraulic
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/70-12 / 120/70-12

PGO BuBu 50 vs TGB Laser R5 49 — which should you buy?

Picking between the PGO BuBu 50 and the TGB Laser R5 49 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the PGO BuBu 50 brings 5 hp, while the TGB Laser R5 49 counters with 5 hp at 122 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: