Scooters
2005Piaggio Zip SP
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The 2005 Piaggio Zip SP is a lightweight 50cc scooter designed for urban commuters and young riders seeking affordable, nimble city transport. Its automatic clutch and low seat height make it accessible to novice riders, while the liquid-cooled engine and electronic ignition deliver reliable daily performance. The Zip SP is best known for its practical design and economical operation in congested city environments.
- Capacity
- 49.4 ccm
- Engine
- Single
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 76.0 kg
- Seat height
- 750 mm
- Power
- 5.4 HP (4.0 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built purely for short urban hops, commuting, and running errands rather than any kind of performance riding.
- Built for
- A cheerful, practical little runabout that prioritizes simplicity, low running costs, and easy maneuverability over speed or thrills.
- Not ideal for
- Not suitable for highway travel, long-distance touring, carrying a passenger comfortably, or any rider seeking real performance.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 49.4 ccm
- Power
- 5.4 HP (4.0 kW)
- Engine type
- Single
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0711 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 40.0 x 39.3 mm
- Compression
- 10.3:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric & kick
- Ignition
- CDI
- Lubrication system
- Separate automatic
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Twist and Go' automatic dry centrifugal type
Performance
- Top speed
- 48.3 km/h (30.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1180 mm
- Overall length
- 1670 mm
- Overall width
- 700 mm
- Seat height
- 750 mm
- Dry weight
- 76.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 7.50 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Single tube frame, pressed high strenght steel
- Front suspension
- Single arm with hydraulic damper and coil spring
- Rear suspension
- Single arm with dual effect hydraulic damper and coil spring
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Rear brakes diameter
- 110 mm
- Front tyre
- 100/80-10
- Rear tyre
- 120/70-10
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 | 2006 | 2007 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc |
| Dry weight | 76 kg | — | 95 kg |
| Seat height | 750 mm | 750 mm | 750 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 7.5 L | 7.5 L | 7.5 L |
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 Zip SP?
The 2005 Piaggio Zip SP has a Capacity of 49.4 ccm (3.01 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Piaggio Zip SP have?
The 2005 Piaggio Zip SP has a Power of 5.4 HP (4.0 kW).
How much does the Piaggio Zip SP weigh?
The 2005 Piaggio Zip SP has a Dry weight of 76.0 kg (167.6 pounds).
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