MBK Booster 12 Inch - 2005 Specifications and Reviews
The 2005 MBK Booster is a lightweight 49cc scooter designed for urban commuters and entry-level riders seeking practical, fuel-efficient transportation. Its compact 12-inch wheels and automatic centrifugal clutch make it ideal for navigating city streets with minimal maintenance. Known for reliability and ease of use, this air-cooled two-stroke scooter prioritizes simplicity and affordability over performance.
2005
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Clutch | Automatic centrifugal |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Lubrication system | Separate lubrication |
| Starter | Electric & kick |
| Ignition | Electronic (C.D.I.) |
| Bore x stroke | 40.0 x 39.2 mm (1.6 x 1.5 inches) |
| Compression | 7.2:1 |
| Torque | 3.60 |
| Power | 3.21 |
| Stroke | 2 |
| Engine type | In-line six |
| Capacity: | 49.00 ccm (2.99 cubic inches) |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 1,172 mm (46.1 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 124 mm (4.9 inches) |
| Seat height | 768 mm (30.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Dry weight | 75.0 kg (165.3 pounds) |
MBK Booster 12 Inch dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 110 mm (4.3 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front brakes diameter | 180 mm (7.1 inches) |
| Front brakes | Single disc |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 130/70-12 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 120/70-12 |
| Rear suspension | Hydraulic unit swing |
| Front suspension | Hydraulic and telescopic fork |
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Speed and acceleration | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0428 HP/kg |
| Category | Scooter |
| Year | 2005 |
| Model | MBK Booster 12 inch |
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Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Fuel capacity | 20.06 litres (5.30 gallons) |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
3.2 hp
Peak Power
Best For
Track10%
City88%
Cornering45%
Daily Riding70%
Touring15%
Passenger20%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Ideal for beginners or younger riders, including those on a moped license, with no prior experience needed; note the listed 'in-line six' engine appears to be a data error for what is actually a small single-cylinder 2-stroke scooter. |
| Purpose | Built purely for short urban hops, errands, and getting around town rather than any kind of performance or long-distance riding. |
| Rider Fit | Very light and low, with an easy reach to the ground and minimal physical effort required to handle or maneuver. |
| Character | A nimble, playful little city scooter with light steering thanks to its 12-inch wheels, but very limited power on offer. |
| Not Ideal For | Not suitable for highway travel, touring, carrying a passenger comfortably, or anyone seeking real acceleration or top speed. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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