Built around Nipponia's scooter motorcycle platform, the 2012 Nipponia NC 90 relies on a 90 cc (5.5 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 6.7 HP (4.9 kW) at 8,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 6 Nm (4.4 lb-ft) at 6,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox. With a specific output of 74.4 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (6,000 rpm) and peak power (8,000 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 NC 90 measures 96 kg (212 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.07 HP/kg (14.33 kg per horsepower). The 4-liter (1.1 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 1.45 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 276 km (171 miles) between fill-ups, while factory top speed is listed at 80 km/h (50 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's Nipponia archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2009 to 2012, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
74.4 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.07 HP/kg (14.33 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,000–8,000 rpm
Theoretical Range
~276 km (171 mi)
Engine
Displacement90.0 ccm (5.49 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power6.7 HP (4.9 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Torque6.0 Nm (0.6 kgf-m or 4.4 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Fuel SystemCarburettor
IgnitionCDI
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox4-speed
Driveline4-gear reinforced
Performance
Top Speed80.0 km/h (49.7 mph)
Fuel Consumption1.45 litres/100 km (69.0 km/l or 162.22 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases33.6 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Emission DetailsEuro 2
Chassis
Frame TypeSteel
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre2.50-17
Rear Tyre2.75-17
Front BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
WheelsSpoke wheels
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight92.0 kg (202.8 pounds)
Weight incl.96.0 kg (211.6 pounds)
Power/Weight0.0729 HP/kg
Fuel Capacity4.00 litres (1.06 US gallons)
Other
StarterKick
Color OptionsRed, Black, Metallic Blue
Notes
Nipponia is a Greek brand sold in Greece, Japan, Brazil, Dominican Republic, Venezuela and China.
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Transmission
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