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LF50QGY

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31 /100 Commuter
Top Speed
50 km/h
Torque
3 Nm
Engine
50 ccm

2009 Lifan LF50QGY Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Lifan for the allround motorcycle segment, the 2009 Lifan LF50QGY pairs a 49.5 cc (3 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 2.5 Nm (1.8 lb-ft) at 5,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 39.0 x 41.4 mm (1.5 x 1.6 inches) with a 10.0:1 compression ratio.

On the scales, the LF50QGY measures 65 kg (143 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 900 mm (35.4 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, while factory top speed is listed at 50 km/h (31 mph).

Engine
Displacement 49.5 ccm (3.02 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Engine Details Single cylinder, four-stroke
Torque 2.5 Nm (0.3 kgf-m or 1.8 ft.lbs) @ 5000 RPM
Compression 10.0:1
Bore x Stroke 39.0 x 41.4 mm (1.5 x 1.6 inches)
Ignition C.D.I
Lubrication Pressure/splash
Cooling Air
Transmission
Gearbox 4-speed
Clutch Wet multi-plate
Performance
Top Speed 50.0 km/h (31.1 mph)
Chassis
Wheelbase 900 mm (35.4 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Brakes Single disc
Rear Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 65.0 kg (143.3 pounds)
Overall Height 680 mm (26.8 inches)
Overall Length 1355 mm (53.3 inches)
Overall Width 600 mm (23.6 inches)
Fuel Capacity 4.00 litres (1.06 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric & kick
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