2008Piaggio Typhoon 50

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The 2008 Piaggio Typhoon 50 is a lightweight scooter ideal for urban commuters and beginner riders seeking practicality and maneuverability. Its nimble two-stroke engine and compact 80kg frame make it perfect for navigating city traffic with ease. Known for reliability and fuel efficiency, this scooter excels in stop-and-go commuting environments.

Capacity: 49.0 ccm
Engine: Single, two-stroke
Gearbox: Not on record
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Wet weight: 80.0 kg
Seat height: 775 mm
Power: 5.4 HP (4.0 kW)

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What’s new for the 2008 Piaggio Typhoon 50

vs the 2007

Spec	2007	2008
Front suspension	Hydraulic telescopic fork with upside down shafts	Upside down telescopic hydraulic fork
Rear suspension	Hydraulic double effect single damper, co-axial helicoidal spring	Hydraulic shock absorber

Other years 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering40%

City riding88%

Daily riding70%

Touring8%

Two-up20%

Track2%

Best for: Built purely for short urban hops, running errands, and light commuting rather than any kind of performance riding.
Built for: A simple, unintimidating little scooter that prioritizes fuel efficiency and city maneuverability over excitement or speed.
Not ideal for: Not suitable for highway riding, long-distance touring, carrying a passenger comfortably, or anyone wanting real acceleration or power.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Units

At 775mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2008 Piaggio Typhoon 50, with a moderate knee angle of around 100 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 49.0 ccm
Power: 5.4 HP (4.0 kW)
Engine type: Single, two-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.0675 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke: 39.5 x 40.3 mm
Compression: 10.3:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Carburettor
Starting: Electric & kick
Ignition: Inductive
Lubrication system: Separate with automatic mixer

Transmission

Transmission type: Automatic
Final drive: Belt
Clutch: Automatic centrifuge type

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1280 mm
Overall length: 1800 mm
Overall width: 695 mm
Seat height: 775 mm
Wet weight: 80.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 4.00 litres
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Welded steel tubes with pressed steel reinforcements
Front suspension: Upside down telescopic hydraulic fork
Rear suspension: Hydraulic shock absorber
Front wheel travel: 76 mm
Rear wheel travel: 86 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 190 mm
Rear brakes: Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes diameter: 100 mm
Front tyre: 120/90-10
Rear tyre: 120/90-10

Other

Color options: Mistral Electric Blue, Black

Specs last verified against published sources: October 2026.

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2005	2008	2010	2015	2019	2024
Capacity	49 cc	49 cc	49 cc	49 cc	49 cc	49 cc
Dry weight	—	—	—	81 kg	81 kg	81 kg
Seat height	775 mm	775 mm	775 mm	775 mm	775 mm	789 mm
Fuel capacity	5.5 L	4 L	7 L	7 L	7 L	7 L