2023 Piaggio Liberty 50 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Piaggio's scooter motorcycle lineup, the 2023 Piaggio Liberty 50 utilizes a 49 cc (3 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 3 HP (2.2 kW) at 7,750 rpm while maximum torque reaches 2.9 Nm (2.1 lb-ft) at 6,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and belt final drive.
Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 780 mm (30.7 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,370 mm (53.9 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 6-liter (1.6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Piaggio archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 2008 to 2023, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Power Band Window
6,500–7,750 rpm
Standover Height
780 mm (30.7 in)
Engine
Displacement49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power3.0 HP (2.2 kW)) @ 7750 RPM
Torque2.9 Nm (0.3 kgf-m or 2.1 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Valves/Cylinder3
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
LubricationWet sump
CoolingAir
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
ClutchAutomatic centrifugal, dry
DrivelineCVT with torque server
Performance
Emission DetailsEuro 4
Chassis
Frame TypeHigh strength reinforced tubular steel
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Front Travel76 mm (3.0 inches)
Rear SuspensionSingle hydraulic shock absorber with adjustable preload with 4 settings
Rear Travel74 mm (2.9 inches)
Wheelbase1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre90/80-16
Rear Tyre100/80-14
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø240 mm (9.4 inches)
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brake Ø140 mm (5.5 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Seat Height780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length1925 mm (75.8 inches)
Overall Width690 mm (27.2 inches)
Fuel Capacity6.00 litres (1.59 US gallons)
Reserve Fuel1.50 litres (0.40 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsWhite, grey, red, black
Carrying CapacityUnderseat storage with USB socket.
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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