The 2006 Macbor XC 512 S is a lightweight minibike designed for beginner riders and youth enthusiasts seeking an affordable entry into off-road cycling. Its compact dimensions and low 650mm seat height make it ideal for smaller riders, while the simple air-cooled single-cylinder engine delivers reliable performance for trail riding and casual cross-country use.
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Off-road & trail40%
Cornering20%
City riding15%
Daily riding10%
Touring3%
Two-up2%
Track5%
Best for
It's a small-capacity cross-style minibike designed for casual play riding, backyard fun, and introductory dirt riding rather than serious competition or transport.
Built for
With drum brakes, a kick starter, and a tiny air-cooled two-stroke engine, it has a simple, low-tech, playful character rather than a refined or powerful one.
Not ideal for
It is not suitable for taller or heavier adult riders, highway use, touring, or anyone expecting real speed or long-distance comfort.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Full specifications
Engine
Capacity
49.8 ccm
Power
5.4 HP (4.0 kW)
Engine type
Single
Bore x stroke
39.0 x 41.7 mm
Cooling system
Air
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Kick
Ignition
Electronic
Transmission
Transmission type
Automatic
Final drive
Chain
Clutch
Automatic
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1035 mm
Overall length
1490 mm
Seat height
650 mm
Fuel capacity
3.30 litres
Chassis & suspension
Front suspension
Mechanical fork
Rear suspension
Single shock absorber
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
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
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
Capacity
50 cc
50 cc
50 cc
50 cc
50 cc
50 cc
Dry weight
41 kg
41 kg
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Seat height
650 mm
650 mm
650 mm
650 mm
650 mm
650 mm
Fuel capacity
3.9 L
3.9 L
3.3 L
3.3 L
3.3 L
3.3 L
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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