2006 DB Motors Pirat LC Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in DB Motors's minibike, cross motorcycle lineup, the 2006 DB Motors Pirat LC pairs a 49.8 cc (3 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 12 HP (8.8 kW) at 14,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 39.0 x 41.7 mm (1.5 x 1.6 inches) with a 15.5:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Pirat LC measures 44.5 kg (98 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.27 HP/kg (3.71 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 957 mm (37.7 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 3.5-liter (0.9 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's DB Motors archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2006 to 2010, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Power-to-Weight
0.27 HP/kg (3.71 kg/HP)
Engine
Displacement49.8 ccm (3.04 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Power12.0 HP (8.8 kW)) @ 14500 RPM
Compression15.5:1
Bore x Stroke39.0 x 41.7 mm (1.5 x 1.6 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Dell’Orto PHBG 19
IgnitionElectronic
LubricationEURO unleaded
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
ClutchAutomatic centrifugal
Performance
ExhaustRacing-type with aluminium muffler
Chassis
Frame TypeSingle steel beam frame
Front SuspensionMagnum 32mm hydraulic telescopic fork
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