Scooters
2009Garelli Tiesse R 50 2T
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The 2009 Garelli Tiesse R 50 2T is a lightweight Italian scooter designed for urban commuters seeking affordable, practical city transportation. Its compact 49cc two-stroke engine delivers modest performance ideal for novice riders and casual short-distance travel. Known for reliability and fuel efficiency, this entry-level scooter excels in congested urban environments where maneuverability matters most.
- Capacity
- 49.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 89.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 3.5 HP (2.6 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built purely for short, low-speed urban commuting and running errands around town rather than any kind of performance riding.
- Built for
- A simple, no-frills small-wheel scooter that prioritizes nimble city agility and affordability over speed, comfort, or long-distance capability.
- Not ideal for
- Not suitable for highway riding, touring, carrying a passenger any real distance, or anyone seeking meaningful acceleration or top speed.
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
- 3.5 HP (2.6 kW)
- Torque
- 3.9 Nm (0.4 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Single
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0393 HP/kg (dry)
- Compression
- 8.0:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric & kick
- Ignition
- CDI
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1285 mm
- Overall length
- 1855 mm
- Overall width
- 680 mm
- Overall height
- 1130 mm
- Dry weight
- 89.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 5.00 litres
- Seat height
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- Telecopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Monoshock
- Front wheel travel
- 70 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 50 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 170 mm
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Front tyre
- 120/70-12
- Rear tyre
- 130/70-12
Other
- Color options
- Black, silver
Specs last verified against published sources: .
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Garelli Tiesse R 50 2T?
The 2009 Garelli Tiesse R 50 2T has a Capacity of 49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Garelli Tiesse R 50 2T have?
The 2009 Garelli Tiesse R 50 2T has a Power of 3.5 HP (2.6 kW).
What is the torque of the Garelli Tiesse R 50 2T?
The 2009 Garelli Tiesse R 50 2T has a Torque of 3.9 Nm (0.4 kgf-m or 2.9 ft.lbs).
How much does the Garelli Tiesse R 50 2T weigh?
The 2009 Garelli Tiesse R 50 2T has a Dry weight of 89.0 kg (196.2 pounds).
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