Piaggio Zip Special Edition vs Aprilia SR 50 R Street (2012)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Piaggio Zip Special Editionstacks up against the Aprilia SR 50 R Street. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecPiaggio Zip Special EditionAprilia SR 50 R Street
Model year20122012
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity1.9 L1.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires2.15-10 / 3.50-10 130/60-13 / 130/60-13

Piaggio Zip Special Edition vs Aprilia SR 50 R Street — which should you buy?

Picking between the Piaggio Zip Special Edition and the Aprilia SR 50 R Street usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Piaggio Zip Special Edition brings its published horsepower, while the Aprilia SR 50 R Street counters with its own power figure.

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: