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Variant Sport

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31 /100 Commuter
Power
6 HP
Engine
50 ccm

2012 Derbi Variant Sport Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Derbi's scooter motorcycle platform, the 2012 Derbi Variant Sport features a 49.9 cc (3 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 5.8 HP (4.2 kW) at 7,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 39.9 x 40.0 mm (1.6 x 1.6 inches) with a 9.5:1 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 1,200 mm (47.2 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 4-liter (1.1 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Standover Height
775 mm (30.5 in)
Engine
Displacement 49.9 ccm (3.04 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, two-stroke
Engine Details Single cylinder, two-stroke
Power 5.8 HP (4.2 kW)) @ 7500 RPM
Compression 9.5:1
Bore x Stroke 39.9 x 40.0 mm (1.6 x 1.6 inches)
Fuel System Carburettor. Arbeo Sha 12-12
Cooling Air
Transmission
Gearbox Automatic
Final Drive Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Chassis
Frame Type Open cradle, steel piping
Front Suspension Telescopic fork
Front Travel 85 mm (3.3 inches)
Rear Suspension Single shock
Rear Travel 50 mm (2.0 inches)
Wheelbase 1200 mm (47.2 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/70-14
Rear Tyre 120/70-14
Front Brakes Single disc
Front Brake Ø 220 mm (8.7 inches)
Rear Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brake Ø 140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheels Black rims
Dimensions & Weight
Seat Height 775 mm (30.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height 1065 mm (41.9 inches)
Overall Length 1820 mm (71.7 inches)
Fuel Capacity 4.00 litres (1.06 US gallons)
Other
Starter Kick
Color Options Red/white
Notes

Spannish made scooter.

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A2 license compatible, manageable power.
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City & Commuting
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Seat Height
77.5 cm / 30.5 in
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