Scooters
2010Piaggio Typhoon 50
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The 2010 Piaggio Typhoon 50 is a lightweight automatic scooter ideal for urban commuters and novice riders. Powered by a nimble 49cc two-stroke engine, it delivers easy handling and fuel efficiency for daily city riding. Known for its sporty styling and reliable performance, it's a practical choice for first-time scooter users seeking affordability and simplicity.
- Capacity
- 49.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single single, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Wet weight
- 80.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 5.4 HP
What’s new for the 2010 Piaggio Typhoon 50
vs the 2009| Spec | 2009 | 2010 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 49.00 ccm (2.99 cubic inches) | 49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches) |
| Power | 5.36 HP (estimated - EU/UK 50cc power-restricted class, 4kW legal cap) | 5.4 HP |
| Cooling | — | Air |
| Compression | — | 10.3:1 |
Other years
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- 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.
Engine
- Capacity
- 49.0 ccm
- Power
- 5.4 HP
- Engine type
- Single single, two-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0675 HP/kg
- Compression
- 10.3:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric & kick
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
Dimensions & weight
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- Upside down telescopic hydraulic fork
- Rear suspension
- Hydraulic shock absorber
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 190 mm
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Rear brakes diameter
- 100 mm
Other
- Color options
- Silver, Black
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 | 2010 | 2015 | 2019 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 49.30 ccm (3.01 cubic inches) | 49.00 ccm (2.99 cubic inches) | — | — | 49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches) |
| Dry weight | 81.0 kg (178.6 pounds) | — | — | — | — |
| Seat height | 775 mm (30.5 inches) | — | — | — | 789 mm (31.1 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.50 litres (1.45 gallons) | — | 7.00 litres (1.85 gallons) | 7.00 litres (1.85 gallons) | 7.00 litres (1.85 US gallons) |
| Color options | — | Silver, Black | Neptune Blue, Shiny Black | Blue, Black | White, Black, Yellow, Grey |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Piaggio Typhoon 50?
The 2010 Piaggio Typhoon 50 has a Capacity of 49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Piaggio Typhoon 50 have?
The 2010 Piaggio Typhoon 50 has a Power of 5.4 HP.
How much does the Piaggio Typhoon 50 weigh?
The 2010 Piaggio Typhoon 50 has a Wet weight of 80.0 kg (176.4 pounds).
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