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2010Piaggio Zip 50

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The 2010 Piaggio Zip 50 is an entry-level scooter ideal for urban commuters and novice riders seeking affordable, practical transportation. Its lightweight frame, automatic transmission, and efficient 49cc four-stroke engine deliver easy handling and low running costs. Best known for reliability and maneuverability in congested city environments, the Zip remains a popular choice for first-time scooter buyers.

Capacity
49.0 ccm
Engine
Single, four-stroke
Gearbox
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Dry weight
86.0 kg
Seat height
750 mm
Power
5.4 HP (4.0 kW)
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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 0Agility 66Comfort 45Off-road 5Touring 10Road manners 55
Off-road & trail5%
Cornering40%
City riding90%
Daily riding80%
Touring8%
Two-up20%
Track2%
Best for
Built purely for short-hop urban commuting, running errands, and light city transportation rather than any kind of performance or distance riding.
Built for
A practical, economical, and unintimidating little scooter that prioritizes efficiency and ease of use over excitement or speed.
Not ideal for
Not suitable for highway travel, long-distance touring, carrying a passenger comfortably, or riders seeking any real sense of speed or thrill.

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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At 750mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2010 Piaggio Zip 50, with a moderate knee angle of around 90 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, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.0628 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
40.0 x 39.6 mm
Compression
10.3:1
Cooling system
Air
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Electric & kick
Ignition
Inductive
Valves per cylinder
3
Lubrication system
Wet sump
Transmission
Transmission type
Automatic
Final drive
Belt
Clutch
Dry automatic centrifugal type
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1208 mm
Overall length
1680 mm
Overall width
655 mm
Seat height
750 mm
Dry weight
86.0 kg
Wet weight
88.0 kg
Fuel capacity
7.40 litres
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Single tube, pressed high tensile steel
Front suspension
Telescopic fork
Rear suspension
Hydraulic shock absorber
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Front brakes diameter
175 mm
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes diameter
110 mm
Front tyre
100/80-10
Rear tyre
120/70-10
Other
Color options
White, Black, Red

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 20052010201520192024
Capacity 49 cc 49 cc 49 cc 49 cc 49 cc
Dry weight 76 kg 86 kg 86 kg 86 kg 86 kg
Seat height 750 mm 750 mm 750 mm 750 mm 750 mm
Fuel capacity 7.5 L 7.4 L 7.3 L 7.3 L 6.6 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 50?

The 2010 Piaggio Zip 50 has a Capacity of 49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Piaggio Zip 50 have?

The 2010 Piaggio Zip 50 has a Power of 5.4 HP (4.0 kW).

How much does the Piaggio Zip 50 weigh?

The 2010 Piaggio Zip 50 has a Dry weight of 86.0 kg (189.6 pounds).

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