Piaggio Ciao vs Yamaha BWs MotoGP (2006)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Piaggio Ciaostacks up against the Yamaha BWs MotoGP. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecPiaggio CiaoYamaha BWs MotoGP
Model year20062006
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower3 hp
Torque4 Nm
Weight40 kg75 kg
Seat height30 mm
Fuel capacity0.7 L1.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/90-10 / 150/80-10

Piaggio Ciao vs Yamaha BWs MotoGP — which should you buy?

Picking between the Piaggio Ciao and the Yamaha BWs MotoGP usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Piaggio Ciao brings its published horsepower in a 40 kg package, while the Yamaha BWs MotoGP counters with 3 hp at 75 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: