Honda Giorno vs Linhai St. Marlo 50 (2017)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda Giornostacks up against the Linhai St. Marlo 50. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda GiornoLinhai St. Marlo 50
Model year20172017
Price$1,699
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower3 hp
Torque3 Nm
Weight91 kg
Seat height28 mm
Fuel capacity1.2 L1.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake). Combined braking systemSingle disc. Hydraulic.
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires80/100-10 / 80/100-10 120/70-12 / 120/70-12

Honda Giorno vs Linhai St. Marlo 50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda Giorno and the Linhai St. Marlo 50 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda Giorno brings its published horsepower, while the Linhai St. Marlo 50 counters with 3 hp at 91 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: