Positioned in Cobra's minibike, cross motorcycle lineup, the 2013 Cobra CX50 BW relies on a 50 cc (3.1 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke powerplant. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 39.0 x 41.7 mm (1.5 x 1.6 inches).
On the scales, the CX50 BW measures 41 kg (90 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 680 mm (26.8 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,020 mm (40.2 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry.
Within MotoLibrary's Cobra archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2011 to 2013, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
680 mm (26.8 in)
Engine
Displacement50.0 ccm (3.05 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Engine DetailsCase Reed / V-Force® Reed Valve
Bore x Stroke39.0 x 41.7 mm (1.5 x 1.6 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor. 19 mm
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchCobra 4G x 3-Shoe
DrivelinePatented Cobra Friction Driv
Chassis
Frame TypeTwin Spar Oval HSLA
Front SuspensionCARD VSTC 30mm USD
Front Travel210 mm (8.3 inches)
Rear SuspensionCARD piggyback rear shock with adjustable rebound, adjustable high speed compression, and adjustable low speed compression
Rear Travel248 mm (9.8 inches)
Wheelbase1020 mm (40.2 inches)
Ground Clearance245 mm (9.6 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre60/100-14
Rear Tyre2.75-12
Front BrakesSingle disc. Hydraulic
Front Brake Ø160 mm (6.3 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Hydraulic
Rear Brake Ø140 mm (5.5 inches)
WheelsSpoke wheels
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight41.0 kg (90.4 pounds)
Seat Height680 mm (26.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Brakes
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Suspension
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