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31/100Commuter
Power/Weight
0.02 hp/kg
Top Speed
40 km/h
Engine
49 ccm
Technical Overview
2023 Tao Motor Racer 50 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Tao's allround motorcycle lineup, the 2023 Tao Motor Racer 50 relies on a 49 cc (3 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 1.8 HP (1.3 kW), transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and belt final drive.
On the scales, the Motor Racer 50 measures 84.8 kg (187 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 175 mm (6.9 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,397 mm (55 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 6.43-liter (1.7 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 40 km/h (25 mph).
Standover Height
175 mm (6.9 in)
Engine
Displacement49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power1.8 HP (1.3 kW))
Fuel SystemCarburettor
IgnitionCDI
CoolingAir
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
DrivelineCVT
Performance
Top Speed40.2 km/h (25.0 mph)
Chassis
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Rear SuspensionMonoshock
Wheelbase1397 mm (55.0 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre80/90-17
Rear Tyre120/70-12
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight84.8 kg (187.0 pounds)
Power/Weight0.0212 HP/kg
Seat Height175 mm (6.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Alt. Seat Height991 mm (39.0 inches) If adjustable, highest setting.
Overall Height813 mm (32.0 inches)
Overall Length1829 mm (72.0 inches)
Overall Width508 mm (20.0 inches)
Fuel Capacity6.43 litres (1.70 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric & kick
Color OptionsRed, white, blue
LightLED headlight
Notes
Chinese brand, sometimes called TaoTao. Bike sold in the US and Canada.
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