Yamaha BWs Next Generation vs Piaggio Liberty 50 2T (2010)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha BWs Next Generationstacks up against the Piaggio Liberty 50 2T. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha BWs Next GenerationPiaggio Liberty 50 2T
Model year20102010
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower4 hp
Torque4 Nm
Seat height32 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity1.7 L1.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. Calliper with opposed pistons
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/90-10 / 130/90-10 90/80-16 / 110/80-14

Yamaha BWs Next Generation vs Piaggio Liberty 50 2T — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha BWs Next Generation and the Piaggio Liberty 50 2T usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha BWs Next Generation brings 4 hp, while the Piaggio Liberty 50 2T counters with its own power figure.

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: