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Enduro - Offroad · 2021

Motor DB17

US$ 999. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
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33 /100 Commuter
Torque
7 Nm
Engine
124 ccm

2021 Tao Motor DB17 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Tao's enduro - offroad motorcycle platform, the 2021 Tao Motor DB17 relies on a 124 cc (7.6 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 6.5 Nm (4.8 lb-ft) at 5,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox and chain final drive.

On the scales, the Motor DB17 measures 69.9 kg (154 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,250 mm (49.2 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry.

Engine
Displacement 124.0 ccm (7.57 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Torque 6.5 Nm (0.7 kgf-m or 4.8 ft.lbs) @ 5000 RPM
Fuel System Carburettor
Cooling Air
Transmission
Gearbox 4-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Chassis
Front Suspension Dual shock absorber
Rear Suspension Single shock absorber
Wheelbase 1250 mm (49.2 inches)
Ground Clearance 284 mm (11.2 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 70/100-17
Rear Tyre 90/100-14
Front Brakes Single disc
Rear Brakes Single disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 69.9 kg (154.0 pounds)
Overall Height 1092 mm (43.0 inches)
Overall Length 1778 mm (70.0 inches)
Overall Width 762 mm (30.0 inches)
Other
Starter Kick
Color Options Black
Notes

Chinese brand, sometimes called TaoTao. Bike sold in the US and Canada.

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