At the heart of the 2013 Aprilia SportCity 50 scooter motorcycle, Aprilia pairs a 49 cc (3 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 39.0 x 41.8 mm (1.5 x 1.6 inches) with a 11.5:1 compression ratio.
Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 775 mm (30.5 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,358 mm (53.5 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 7.5-liter (2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Standover Height
775 mm (30.5 in)
Engine
Displacement49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Compression11.5:1
Bore x Stroke39.0 x 41.8 mm (1.5 x 1.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Fuel ControlOverhead Cams (OHC)
IgnitionElectronic inductive discharge ignition with variable advance
LubricationWet sump. Forced circulation with mechanical pump
CoolingAir
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
ClutchAutomatic centrifugal dry clutch
DrivelineV-belt
Chassis
Frame TypeSingle cradle frame in high strength steel tube
Front SuspensionHydraulic telescopic fork with 32 mm stanchions.
Front Travel85 mm (3.3 inches)
Rear SuspensionEngine unit acting as swingarm. Single hydraulic shock absorber with adjustable spring preload. Wheel travel 84 mm
Rear Travel84 mm (3.3 inches)
Wheelbase1358 mm (53.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-14
Rear Tyre120/70-14
Front BrakesSingle disc. Stainless steel disc with twin piston floating caliper
Front Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brake Ø140 mm (5.5 inches)
WheelsLight alloy.
Dimensions & Weight
Seat Height775 mm (30.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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