Yamaha XF50 Giggle (2009 - present) review

Yamaha says:

One ride on this unique retro-styled scooter will bring a smile to your face. Exposed, mid-rise handlebars offer a comfortable, laid-back ride, while the all-weather 10inch wheels enhance handling and agility. And the funky analogue instruments on the unique bodywork complete the retro look.

The Giggle's 4-stroke, fuel-injected, liquid-cooled 50cc engine delivers smooth, economical performance with low emissions, so it's cheap to run and environmentally friendly. It's practical too - flip up the sideways opening seat and you'll find a huge 33 litres of luggage space to stow away essentials.

For a unique modern scooter that's as individual as you, it has to be a Giggle.

Yamaha says:

One ride on this unique retro-styled scooter will bring a smile to your face. Exposed, mid-rise handlebars offer a comfortable, laid-back ride, while the all-weather 10inch wheels enhance handling and agility. And the funky analogue instruments on the unique bodywork complete the retro look.

The Giggle's 4-stroke, fuel-injected, liquid-cooled 50cc engine delivers smooth, economical performance with low emissions, so it's cheap to run and environmentally friendly. It's practical too - flip up the sideways opening seat and you'll find a huge 33 litres of luggage space to stow away essentials.

For a unique modern scooter that's as individual as you, it has to be a Giggle.

Engine typeSingle cylinder, air-cooled, 4-stroke
Displacement49.0cc
Bore x stroke38.0 mm x 43.6 mm
Compression ratio12.0 : 1
Maximum Power2.77 kW @ 7,500 rpm
Maximum Torque3.66 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Lubrication systemWet sump
Fuel systemFuel Injection
Ignition systemTCI
Starter systemElectric and kick
Transmission systemV-Belt Automatic
Chassis
Front suspension systemTelescopic forks
Front Travel65 mm
Rear suspension systemUnit Swing
Rear Travel56 mm
Front brakeDrum, Ø 110 mm
Rear brakeDrum, Ø 110 mm
Front tyre120/90-10
Rear tyre120/90-10
Dimensions
Overall length1,915 mm
Overall width695 mm
Overall height1,040 mm
Seat height750 mm
Wheelbase1,280 mm
Minimum ground clearance115 mm
Wet Weight93 kg
Fuel tank capacity4.5 litres