Positioned in Kymco's scooter motorcycle lineup, the 2010 Kymco Downtown utilizes a 124.8 cc (7.6 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 15.2 HP (11.1 kW) while maximum torque reaches 11.6 Nm (8.6 lb-ft), transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 121.8 HP per liter, the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
On the scales, the Downtown measures 107 kg (236 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.14 HP/kg (7.04 kg per horsepower). 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 1,545 mm (60.8 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 12.5-liter (3.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Kymco archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2009 to 2010, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
121.8 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.14 HP/kg (7.04 kg/HP)
Standover Height
775 mm (30.5 in)
Engine
Displacement124.8 ccm (7.62 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power15.2 HP (11.1 kW))
Torque11.6 Nm (1.2 kgf-m or 8.6 ft.lbs)
Compression11.2:1
Bore x Stroke54.0 x 54.5 mm (2.1 x 2.1 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Fuel ControlOverhead Cams (OHC)
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Chassis
Wheelbase1545 mm (60.8 inches)
Ground Clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/80-14
Rear Tyre150/70-13
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø260 mm (10.2 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø240 mm (9.4 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight107.0 kg (235.9 pounds)
Power/Weight0.1416 HP/kg
Seat Height775 mm (30.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Power
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.