Yamaha BWs MotoGP vs Piaggio Ciao (2006)

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

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha BWs MotoGPPiaggio Ciao
Model year20062006
Price
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower3 hp
Torque4 Nm
Weight75 kg40 kg
Seat height30 mm
Fuel capacity1.4 L0.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/90-10 / 150/80-10

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

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