Scooter · 2006

People

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MotoLibrary Score

32 /100 Commuter

Power/Weight

0.05 hp/kg

Torque

6 Nm

Engine

50 ccm

2008 2006 2005

Technical Overview

2006 Kymco People Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 2006 Kymco People scooter motorcycle, Kymco relies on a 49.5 cc (3 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 5.1 HP (3.7 kW) at 7,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 5.5 Nm (4.1 lb-ft) at 6,500 rpm.

On the scales, the People measures 95.5 kg (211 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.05 HP/kg (18.73 kg per horsepower).

Within MotoLibrary's Kymco archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2005 to 2008, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Power-to-Weight

0.05 HP/kg (18.73 kg/HP)

Power Band Window

6,500–7,000 rpm

Engine

Displacement 49.5 ccm (3.02 cubic inches)

Engine Type Single cylinder, two-stroke

Engine Details Single cylinder, two-stroke

Power 5.1 HP (3.7 kW)) @ 7000 RPM

Torque 5.5 Nm (0.6 kgf-m or 4.1 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM

Fuel System Carburettor

Cooling Air

Wheels & Brakes

Front Tyre 80/80-16

Rear Tyre 100/80-16

Front Brakes Single disc

Rear Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)

Dimensions & Weight

Dry Weight 95.5 kg (210.5 pounds)

Power/Weight 0.0533 HP/kg

Overall Height 1075 mm (42.3 inches)

Overall Length 1850 mm (72.8 inches)

Overall Width 685 mm (27.0 inches)

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Who Is This Bike For?

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Beginner

A2 license compatible, manageable power.

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Best For

City & Commuting

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Handling

Very lightweight — easy to handle

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