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Piaggio Zip 50 - 2024 Specifications and Reviews
The 2024 Piaggio Zip 50 is an entry-level scooter designed for urban commuters and new riders seeking an economical, nimble city runabout. Its compact 49cc four-stroke engine delivers modest but adequate power for congested streets, while the automatic transmission and lightweight frame make it exceptionally easy to ride. Best known for reliability and low running costs, the Zip represents practical mobility for first-time scooter buyers.
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Emission details | Euro 5 |
| Greenhouse gases | 55.7 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Fuel consumption | 2.40 litres/100 km (41.7 km/l or 98.01 mpg) |
| Driveline | CVT. Automatic |
| Transmission type | Belt (final drive) |
| Gearbox | Automatic |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Lubrication system | Wet sump |
| Fuel control | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Valves per cylinder | 3 |
| Bore x stroke | 39.0 x 41.4 mm (1.5 x 1.6 inches) |
| Torque | 2.8 Nm (0.3 kgf-m or 2.1 ft.lbs) @ 6100 RPM |
| Effect | 2.8 HP (2.1 kW)) @ 7250 RPM |
| Type of engine | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches) |
| Type | Scooter |
| Year model | 2024 |
| Model name | Piaggio Zip S 50 |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Diameter | 175 mm (6.9 inches) |
| Front brakes | Single disc |
| Rear tire | 120/70-10 |
| Front tire | 100/80-10 |
| Rear suspension | Hydraulic shock absorber |
| Front suspension | Telescopic fork |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 6.60 litres (1.74 US gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1230 mm (48.4 inches) |
| Overall width | 670 mm (26.4 inches) |
| Overall length | 1700 mm (66.9 inches) |
| Alternate seat height | 780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, highest setting. |
| Seat height | 750 mm (29.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 95.0 kg (209.4 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Carrying capacity | Underseat storage, glove box |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Grey, green, blue |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
2.8 hp
Peak Power
Best For
Track2%
City90%
Cornering40%
Daily Riding80%
Touring8%
Passenger20%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Ideal for beginners, new riders, or anyone with only a moped or basic scooter license, requiring minimal mechanical skill or riding experience. |
| Purpose | Built purely for short-hop urban commuting, running errands, and light city transportation rather than any kind of performance or distance riding. |
| Rider Fit | Very light and low seat height make it extremely easy to handle and manage at a stop for riders of almost any size or strength. |
| Character | 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. |
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