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2009Cobra CX50 JR

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The 2009 Cobra CX50 Jr is a lightweight minibike designed for young riders and beginners seeking an affordable entry into off-road riding. Its compact 50cc liquid-cooled engine delivers manageable power suitable for learning basic motorcycle skills on trails and dirt tracks. Known for durability and ease of maintenance, this bike excels as a training platform for aspiring riders transitioning to larger machines.

Capacity
50.0 ccm
Engine
Single, two-stroke
Gearbox
Not on record
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Dry weight
36.7 kg
Seat height
607 mm
Power
5.4 HP (4.0 kW)
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Other years 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 5Agility 75Comfort 30Off-road 85Touring 5Road manners 10
Off-road & trail85%
Cornering70%
City riding5%
Daily riding5%
Touring5%
Two-up0%
Track60%
Best for
It's a pint-sized cross/minibike designed for motocross-style practice tracks and off-road play rather than any road use.
Built for
Playful, nimble, and toy-like in scale, yet fitted with genuinely serious adjustable suspension and disc brakes for real off-road performance.
Not ideal for
This is not suitable for adult riders, highway travel, passengers, or anyone seeking speed, comfort, or long-distance capability.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
50.0 ccm
Power
5.4 HP (4.0 kW)
Engine type
Single, two-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.1471 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
39.0 x 41.7 mm
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Kick
Lubrication system
Mixture lubrication
Transmission
Transmission type
Automatic
Final drive
Chain
Clutch
Cobra 3Gx 3-Shoe
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
908 mm
Seat height
607 mm
Dry weight
36.7 kg
Ground clearance
216 mm
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Double Cradle 4130 ChrMo Steel
Front suspension
Marzocchi 32mm
Rear suspension
Öhlins Piggyback
Front wheel travel
160 mm
Rear wheel travel
170 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Front brakes diameter
160 mm
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front tyre
2.50-12
Rear tyre
2.75-10

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 20092013201720202024
Capacity 50 cc 50 cc 50 cc 50 cc 50 cc
Dry weight 37 kg 37 kg 37 kg 37 kg 37 kg
Seat height 607 mm 607 mm 607 mm 607 mm 607 mm
Fuel capacity — 2.6 L 2.6 L 2.6 L 2.6 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 Cobra CX50 JR?

The 2009 Cobra CX50 JR has a Capacity of 50.0 ccm (3.05 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Cobra CX50 JR have?

The 2009 Cobra CX50 JR has a Power of 5.4 HP (4.0 kW).

How much does the Cobra CX50 JR weigh?

The 2009 Cobra CX50 JR has a Dry weight of 36.7 kg (80.9 pounds).

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