Piaggio Ciao vs Hyosung SF 50 (2006)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Piaggio Ciaostacks up against the Hyosung SF 50. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecPiaggio CiaoHyosung SF 50
Model year20062006
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower7 hp
Weight40 kg88 kg
Fuel capacity0.7 L1.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires110/70-12 / 100/70-12

Piaggio Ciao vs Hyosung SF 50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Piaggio Ciao and the Hyosung SF 50 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Piaggio Ciao brings its published horsepower in a 40 kg package, while the Hyosung SF 50 counters with 7 hp at 88 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: