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Sherco SM 50 Black Panther - 2012 Specifications and Reviews
The 2012 Sherco SM 50 Black Panther is a lightweight enduro machine ideal for young riders and beginners seeking an affordable entry into off-road motorcycling. Powered by a Minarelli AM6 two-stroke engine with automatic oil injection and liquid cooling, it delivers nimble handling and reliable performance across varied terrain. Known for its durability and low maintenance requirements, this 50cc dirt bike excels in trail riding and competitive youth racing.
2012
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Exhaust system | Steel exhaust system with aluminum silencer |
| Driveline | Gear primary drive. |
| Clutch | Wet, multidisc |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Lubrication system | Nikasil coated cylinder with automatic oil injection (unleaded gasoline) |
| Ignition | Electronic 12v 85 w |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Dellorto |
| Bore x stroke | 40.3 x 39.0 mm (1.6 x 1.5 inches) |
| Engine details | Minarelli AM6 engine. Nikasil coated cylinder with automatic oil injection . |
| Engine type | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Capacity: | 49.70 ccm (3.03 cubic inches) |
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| Category | Enduro / offroad |
| Year | 2012 |
| Model | Sherco SM 50 Black Panther |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 180 mm (7.1 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. AJP |
| Front brakes diameter | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Front brakes | Single disc. AJP, floating |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 3.50-17 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 2.50-17 |
| Rear suspension | Olle single shock absorber, adjustable spring preload |
| Front suspension | Gold Paioli Upside down 37mm dia hydraulic telescopic fork |
| Frame type | Chrome-molybdenum tubing main frame with a removable sub-frame |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 7.00 litres (1.85 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,360 mm (53.5 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 260 mm (10.2 inches) |
| Seat height | 850 mm (33.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 89.0 kg (196.2 pounds) |
| Dry weight | 83.0 kg (183.0 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Comments | Italian brand. |
| Factory warranty | 3 years |
| Instruments | Electronic/analogical rev counter and speedometer with multifunctional LCD display |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 4.50 litres (1.19 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,470 mm (57.9 inches) |
| Overall width | 865 mm (34.1 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,170 mm (85.4 inches) |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.5909 HP/kg |
| Wheels | Excel spoke rims with aluminium channel |
| Rear tyre | 180/55-R17 |
| Front tyre | 120/70-R17 |
| Rear wheel travel | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Oval steel tube swin arm. Single lateral shock absorber with fully adjustable pibby tank |
| Front wheel travel | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Front Suspension | Marzocchi upside-down fork |
| Trail | 100 mm (3.9 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 24.5° |
| Emission details | Euro 3. |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x Stroke | 107.0 x 66.0 mm (4.2 x 2.6 inches) |
| Torque | 102.00 Nm (10.4 kgf-m or 75.2 ft.lbs) @ 6700 Revolutions">RPM |
| Power | 117.00 Horsepower">HP (85.4 Kilowatt">kW)) @ 8500 Revolutions">RPM |
| Capacity: | 1187.00 ccm (72.43 cubic inches) |
| Model | Moto Morini 9 1-2 |
| Color options | Black |
| Starter | Kick |
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