Built around Suzuki's naked motorcycle platform, the 1989 Suzuki PV 50 features a 50 cc (3.1 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 2 HP (1.5 kW) at 4,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 40 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
On the scales, the PV 50 measures 64 kg (141 lbs) dry.
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Brakes
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Transmission
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