Piaggio Ciao vs TGB R50X (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Piaggio Ciaostacks up against the TGB R50X. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecPiaggio CiaoTGB R50X
Model year20062008
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Weight40 kg95 kg
Fuel capacity0.7 L1.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires130/60-13 / 130/60-13

Piaggio Ciao vs TGB R50X — which should you buy?

Picking between the Piaggio Ciao and the TGB R50X 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 TGB R50X counters with its own power figure at 95 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: