Minibikes
2009CH Racing CH 515 Basic
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The 2009 CH Racing CH 515 Basic is a lightweight minibike designed for young riders and beginners seeking an affordable entry into motorcycling. With its compact 49.7cc single-cylinder engine producing 3.5 horsepower and minimal 40kg weight, it excels as a training tool for developing fundamental riding skills. The bike's low 735mm seat height and simple air-cooled design make it ideal for children and novice riders learning bike control.
- Capacity
- 49.7 ccm
- Engine
- Single, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 40.0 kg
- Seat height
- 735 mm
- Power
- 3.5 HP (2.6 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's designed for casual backyard and off-road play riding rather than any serious performance or transportation use.
- Built for
- A simple, low-powered automatic minibike that prioritizes fun and easy handling over speed or capability.
- Not ideal for
- It is not suitable for adult commuting, highway use, touring, or any rider seeking real off-road performance or a passenger.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 49.7 ccm
- Power
- 3.5 HP (2.6 kW)
- Engine type
- Single, two-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0875 HP/kg (dry)
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Kick
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1100 mm
- Overall length
- 1500 mm
- Overall width
- 630 mm
- Overall height
- 940 mm
- Seat height
- 735 mm
- Dry weight
- 40.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 2.80 litres
- Ground clearance
- 280 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Steel
- Front suspension
- Mechanical fork
- Rear suspension
- Single shock absorber
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 175 mm
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Front tyre
- 2.50-14
- Rear tyre
- 3.00-12
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2009 | 2010 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 50 cc | 50 cc |
| Dry weight | 40 kg | 40 kg |
| Seat height | 735 mm | 735 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 2.8 L | 2.8 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the CH Racing CH 515 Basic?
The 2009 CH Racing CH 515 Basic has a Capacity of 49.7 ccm (3.03 cubic inches).
What engine power does the CH Racing CH 515 Basic have?
The 2009 CH Racing CH 515 Basic has a Power of 3.5 HP (2.6 kW).
How much does the CH Racing CH 515 Basic weigh?
The 2009 CH Racing CH 515 Basic has a Dry weight of 40.0 kg (88.2 pounds).
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