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32 /100 Commuter
Power/Weight
0.05 hp/kg
Torque
5 Nm
Engine
50 ccm

2008 Honda Zoomer Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in Honda's scooter motorcycle lineup, the 2008 Honda Zoomer utilizes a 50 cc (3.1 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 4 HP (2.9 kW) at 7,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 4.5 Nm (3.3 lb-ft) at 5,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 80 HP per liter and a 2,500 rpm working window between peak torque (5,000 rpm) and peak power (7,500 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 Zoomer measures 84 kg (185 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 735 mm (28.9 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,265 mm (49.8 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 5-liter (1.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 9 indexed model years from 2002 to 2015, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
80 HP/L
Power Band Window
5,000–7,500 rpm
Standover Height
735 mm (28.9 in)
Engine
Displacement 50.0 ccm (3.05 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Engine Details Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power 4.0 HP (2.9 kW)) @ 7500 RPM
Torque 4.5 Nm (0.5 kgf-m or 3.3 ft.lbs) @ 5000 RPM
Compression 12.0:1
Bore x Stroke 38.0 x 44.0 mm (1.5 x 1.7 inches)
Fuel System Injection. PGM-FI electronic fuel injection
Fuel Control Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Ignition Digital transistorised with electronic advance
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 4-speed
Final Drive Belt (final drive)
Chassis
Front Suspension 27mm telescopic fork, 49mm axle travel
Rear Suspension Unit swingarm, 65mm axle travel
Wheelbase 1265 mm (49.8 inches)
Ground Clearance 145 mm (5.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front Brake Ø 95 mm (3.7 inches)
Rear Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brake Ø 95 mm (3.7 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 84.0 kg (185.2 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.0476 HP/kg
Seat Height 735 mm (28.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length 1860 mm (73.2 inches)
Fuel Capacity 5.00 litres (1.32 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric & kick
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Beginner
A2 license compatible, manageable power.
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City & Commuting
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Seat Height
73.5 cm / 28.9 in
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Handling
Very lightweight — easy to handle
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