What category is the 2018 Aprilia RX 50?

General information
Year	2018

Engine and Transmission Specifications
Emission details	Catalytic converter. Euro 2
Clutch	Multi-plate
Transmission type,final drive	Chain
Gearbox	6-speed
Cooling system	Liquid
Lubrication system	Automatic mixer
Ignition	Electronic C.D.I
Fuel system	Carburettor. Dell’Orto PVHA 17.5
Bore x Stroke	39.9 x 40.0 mm (1.6 x 1.6 inches)
Engine details	Light alloy cylinder
Engine type	Single cylinder, two-stroke
Capacity:	49.90 ccm (3.04 cubic inches)

Category	Enduro / offroad
Model	Aprilia RX 50

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Wheels	Spoked wheels with aluminium rims
Rear brakes diameter	180 mm (7.1 inches)
Rear brakes	Single disc
Front brakes diameter	260 mm (10.2 inches)
Front brakes	Single disc. Stainless steel disc; floating caliper
Rear tyre	110/80-18
Front tyre	80/90-21
Rear wheel travel	180 mm (7.1 inches)
Rear Suspension	High strength steel swingarm, hydraulic monoshock.
Front wheel travel	195 mm (7.7 inches)
Front Suspension	40 mm hydraulic fork with leading axle.
Frame type	Steel beam
Physical measures and capacities
Fuel capacity	7.00 litres (1.85 gallons)
Wheelbase	1,412 mm (55.6 inches)
Overall width	825 mm (32.5 inches)
Overall length	2,100 mm (82.7 inches)
Seat height	880 mm (34.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Starter	Kick

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

Best For

Track15%

City70%

Cornering55%

Daily Riding40%

Touring15%

Passenger10%

Rider Profile

Best For	This is a learner-legal 50cc machine best suited to new or younger riders taking their first steps on two wheels.
Purpose	It's designed as a supermoto-styled commuter and playbike for short urban and suburban trips rather than serious performance riding.
Rider Fit	Its low 132 kg weight and 860 mm seat height make it easy to handle and confidence-inspiring for smaller or less experienced riders.
Character	Nimble, light, and eager-revving, it rewards flicking through traffic and tight corners rather than outright straight-line speed.
Not Ideal For	It's not the right choice for highway touring, carrying a passenger comfortably, or riders wanting real power on tap.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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At 880mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with cannot reach comfortably on the 2018 Aprilia RX 50, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and an upright riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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