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AP 50

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35 /100 Commuter
Power/Weight
0.06 hp/kg
Top Speed
89 km/h
Engine
49 ccm

1976 Suzuki AP 50 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Suzuki's classic motorcycle platform, the 1976 Suzuki AP 50 utilizes a 49 cc (3 cu in) single cylinder, two-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 4.8 HP (3.5 kW), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive.

On the scales, the AP 50 measures 74 kg (163 lbs) dry. The 6.05-liter (1.6 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 4.7 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 129 km (80 miles) between fill-ups, while factory top speed is listed at 89 km/h (55 mph).

Theoretical Range
~129 km (80 mi)
Engine
Displacement 49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, two-stroke
Engine Details Single cylinder, two-stroke
Power 4.8 HP (3.5 kW))
Fuel System Carburettor
Fuel Control Rotary valves
Ignition Magneto Flywheel
Lubrication wet sump
Transmission
Gearbox 5-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch dry plate, i think
Performance
Top Speed 88.5 km/h (55.0 mph)
Fuel Consumption 4.70 litres/100 km (21.3 km/l or 50.05 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases 109.0 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Exhaust single pipe
Chassis
Frame Type steel of some description
Wheels & Brakes
Front Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake). rubbish
Rear Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 74.0 kg (163.1 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.0649 HP/kg
Fuel Capacity 6.05 litres (1.60 US gallons)
Other
Starter Kick
Color Options Blue, Red
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