TGB 203 50 vs Sachs 49er 12 (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the TGB 203 50stacks up against the Sachs 49er 12. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecTGB 203 50Sachs 49er 12
Model year20082008
Price$999
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower5 hp3 hp
Weight81 kg79 kg
Seat height30 mm29 mm
Fuel capacity1.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/70-12 / 120/70-12 90/90-12 / 90/90-12

TGB 203 50 vs Sachs 49er 12 — which should you buy?

Picking between the TGB 203 50 and the Sachs 49er 12 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the TGB 203 50 brings 5 hp in a 81 kg package, while the Sachs 49er 12 counters with 3 hp at 79 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: