2012 Kymco Super 8 150 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Kymco's scooter motorcycle lineup, the 2012 Kymco Super 8 150 pairs a 149.7 cc (9.1 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 9.4 HP (6.9 kW) at 7,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 62.8 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the Super 8 150 measures 117 kg (258 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.08 HP/kg (12.45 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 787 mm (31 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,364 mm (53.7 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry.
Within MotoLibrary's Kymco archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2010 to 2013, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
62.8 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.08 HP/kg (12.45 kg/HP)
Standover Height
787 mm (31 in)
Engine
Displacement149.7 ccm (9.13 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power9.4 HP (6.9 kW)) @ 7500 RPM
Bore x Stroke57.4 x 57.4 mm (2.3 x 2.3 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionElectric w/kickstart back up
CoolingAir
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
DrivelineC.V.T.
Chassis
Frame TypeSteel
Front SuspensionTelescopic forks
Rear SuspensionDual shocks
Wheelbase1364 mm (53.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre100/80-14
Rear Tyre100/80-14
Front BrakesSingle disc. Wavy
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight117.0 kg (258.0 pounds)
Power/Weight0.0802 HP/kg
Seat Height787 mm (31.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length1940 mm (76.4 inches)
Overall Width745 mm (29.3 inches)
Other
StarterElectric & kick
Color OptionsRed/White, Blue/White, Black/Silver
Carrying CapacityLockable Storage Box Under Seat.
Warranty2 years
Notes
Kymco is made by Kwang Yang Motor Company, Taiwan.
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