Positioned in Cargobike's scooter motorcycle lineup, the 2009 Cargobike AS250 relies on a 250 cc (15.3 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 22.1 HP (16.1 kW) at 8,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 21 Nm (15.5 lb-ft) at 6,250 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox. With a specific output of 88.4 HP per liter and a 1,750 rpm working window between peak torque (6,250 rpm) and peak power (8,000 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the AS250 measures 166 kg (366 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.13 HP/kg (7.51 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 820 mm (32.3 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,360 mm (53.5 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 9-liter (2.4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Cargobike archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2009 to 2013, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
88.4 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.13 HP/kg (7.51 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,250–8,000 rpm
Standover Height
820 mm (32.3 in)
Engine
Displacement250.0 ccm (15.26 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power22.1 HP (16.1 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Torque21.0 Nm (2.1 kgf-m or 15.5 ft.lbs) @ 6250 RPM
Compression11.0:1
Bore x Stroke72.0 x 60.0 mm (2.8 x 2.4 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlOverhead Cams (OHC)
IgnitionElectronic inductive discharge ignition with variable advance.
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
ClutchAutomatic centrifugal dry clutch
Chassis
Frame TypeDouble tube single cradle frame in high tensile strength steel
Front SuspensionHydraulic telescopic fork with 35 mm stanchions
Front Travel100 mm (3.9 inches)
Rear SuspensionEngine unit acting as swinging arm. Double hydraulic shock absorber with 4 preload settings.
Rear Travel80 mm (3.1 inches)
Wheelbase1360 mm (53.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-15
Rear Tyre130/80-15
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø260 mm (10.2 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight166.0 kg (366.0 pounds)
Power/Weight0.1333 HP/kg
Seat Height820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length1985 mm (78.1 inches)
Overall Width880 mm (34.6 inches)
Fuel Capacity9.00 litres (2.38 US gallons)
Reserve Fuel1.50 litres (0.40 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsLight grey, grey, black
Notes
Cargo bike with a loading volume of 150 liter and 80 kg. French made.
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