Minibikes
2012Husqvarna SM50
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The 2012 Husqvarna SM50 is a lightweight minibike designed for young riders and beginners seeking an affordable entry into motorcycle sport. Powered by a nimble 50cc two-stroke engine with liquid cooling and automatic centrifugal clutch, it delivers easy handling and low maintenance. Best known for its durability and fun factor, it remains popular for learning fundamental riding skills.
- Capacity
- 49.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- 1-speed
- Dry weight
- 43.4 kg
- Seat height
- 680 mm
- Power
- 5.4 HP (4.0 kW)
What’s new for the 2012 Husqvarna SM50
vs the 2011| Spec | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Front suspension | 32mm Marzocchi | Marzocchi conventional telescopic hydraulic fork with advanced axle |
| Rear suspension | Sachs shock, adjustable for preload and rebound damping | Sachs Progressive Soft Damp type with single hydraulic shock absorber, spring pre-load adjustment |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed as a tiny supermoto-styled minibike for messing around in car parks, pits, and closed courses rather than for genuine transportation.
- Built for
- A fun, flickable, toy-like machine with premium-looking upside-down forks and disc brakes that mimic big supermoto style in miniature form, offering agility and giggles over outright performance.
- Not ideal for
- Not suitable for anyone wanting real speed, highway travel, passenger carrying, or long-distance comfort.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 49.0 ccm
- Power
- 5.4 HP (4.0 kW)
- Engine type
- Single, two-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1244 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 39.5 x 40.0 mm
- Compression
- 7.1:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Kick
- Ignition
- CDI
- Lubrication system
- Premix 50 : 1
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 1-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Dry, centrifugal type
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 995 mm
- Overall length
- 1400 mm
- Overall width
- 655 mm
- Overall height
- 880 mm
- Seat height
- 680 mm
- Dry weight
- 43.4 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 2.70 litres
- Ground clearance
- 250 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Steel single tube, steel rear frame
- Front suspension
- Marzocchi conventional telescopic hydraulic fork with advanced axle
- Rear suspension
- Sachs Progressive Soft Damp type with single hydraulic shock absorber, spring pre-load adjustment
- Front wheel travel
- 200 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 200 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 160 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 140 mm
- Front tyre
- 90/90-10
- Rear tyre
- 90/90-10
Other
- Color options
- White/black/red
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 | 2002 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 50 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc |
| Dry weight | 92 kg | 43 kg | 43 kg | 43 kg |
| Seat height | 880 mm | 680 mm | 680 mm | 680 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 11.2 L | 2.7 L | 2.7 L | 2.7 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 Husqvarna SM50?
The 2012 Husqvarna SM50 has a Capacity of 49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Husqvarna SM50 have?
The 2012 Husqvarna SM50 has a Power of 5.4 HP (4.0 kW).
How many gears does the Husqvarna SM50 have?
The 2012 Husqvarna SM50 has a Gearbox of 1-speed.
How much does the Husqvarna SM50 weigh?
The 2012 Husqvarna SM50 has a Dry weight of 43.4 kg (95.7 pounds).
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