TGB 101S vs Vespa LX 50 (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the TGB 101Sstacks up against the Vespa LX 50. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecTGB 101SVespa LX 50
Model year20082008
Price$3,199
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower5 hp4 hp
Torque4 Nm
Weight81 kg102 kg
Seat height30 mm
Fuel capacity1.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/70-12 / 120/70-12 110/70-11 / 120/70-11

TGB 101S vs Vespa LX 50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the TGB 101S and the Vespa LX 50 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the TGB 101S brings 5 hp in a 81 kg package, while the Vespa LX 50 counters with 4 hp at 102 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: