MBK Waap vs Garelli Tiesse 50 S 2T (2009)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the MBK Waapstacks up against the Garelli Tiesse 50 S 2T. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMBK WaapGarelli Tiesse 50 S 2T
Model year20092009
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower9 hp3 hp
Torque4 Nm4 Nm
Weight106 kg89 kg
Seat height29 mm
Fuel capacity1.5 L1.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires100/90-10 / 100/90-10 120/70-12 / 130/70-12

MBK Waap vs Garelli Tiesse 50 S 2T — which should you buy?

Picking between the MBK Waap and the Garelli Tiesse 50 S 2T usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the MBK Waap brings 9 hp in a 106 kg package, while the Garelli Tiesse 50 S 2T counters with 3 hp at 89 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: