The Piaggio Ciao is a pedal moped — step-through frame, 49cc two-stroke, and actual pedals. It is not a Vespa scooter (PX, Primavera, etc.). Piaggio also made scooters; we cover those on our moped vs scooter page only to explain the difference.
Millions were sold across Europe as commuter transport. The Ciao and related Bravo models are increasingly collectible — especially original paint examples.
Why Collectors Want Them
- True pedal moped architecture
- Piaggio and Minarelli engine variants depending on year — verify before ordering parts
- Iconic Italian commuter design — distinct from scooter culture