Scooters
2012Kymco Super 8 150
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The 2012 Kymco Super 8 150 is an accessible entry-level scooter ideal for urban commuters and new riders seeking affordable, reliable transportation. Its compact 150cc air-cooled engine delivers modest but adequate performance for city riding, while the automatic transmission and lightweight steel frame make it easy to handle. Known for practicality and low maintenance costs, it excels as a budget-friendly daily commuter.
- Capacity
- 149.7 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 117.0 kg
- Seat height
- 787 mm
- Power
- 9.4 HP (6.9 kW) @ 7500 RPM
What’s new for the 2012 Kymco Super 8 150
vs the 2011| Spec | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 12.0 HP (8.8 kW) | 9.4 HP (6.9 kW) @ 7500 RPM |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Wavy |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for short urban hops, errands, and commuting rather than performance or distance riding.
- Built for
- A practical, unassuming city scooter that prioritizes convenience and economy over excitement.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for highway travel, long-distance touring, or riders seeking spirited performance.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usRange and running costs
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the published US (EPA-style) fuel economy estimate and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Engine
- Capacity
- 149.7 ccm
- Power
- 9.4 HP (6.9 kW) @ 7500 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 67 CO2 g/km
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 2.85 L/100km (82.5 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 6.7 CO g/km
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0803 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 57.4 x 57.4 mm
- Compression
- 8.0:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric & kick
- Ignition
- Electric w/kickstart back up
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Wet, multiplate
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1364 mm
- Overall length
- 1940 mm
- Overall width
- 745 mm
- Seat height
- 787 mm
- Dry weight
- 117.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 5.00 litres
- Carrying capacity
- Lockable Storage Box Under Seat.
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Steel
- Front suspension
- Telescopic forks
- Rear suspension
- Dual shocks
- Front wheel travel
- 80 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 25 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Wavy
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Front tyre
- 100/80-14
- Rear tyre
- 100/80-14
Other
- Color options
- Red/White, Blue/White, Black/Silver
- Warranty
- 24
- Fuel Tank Material
- Plastic
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 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 150 cc | 150 cc | 150 cc | 151 cc |
| Dry weight | 117 kg | 117 kg | 117 kg | 117 kg |
| Seat height | 787 mm | 787 mm | 787 mm | 787 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 5 L | 5 L | 5 L | 5 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 Kymco Super 8 150?
The 2012 Kymco Super 8 150 has a Capacity of 149.7 ccm (9.14 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kymco Super 8 150 have?
The 2012 Kymco Super 8 150 has a Power of 9.4 HP (6.9 kW) @ 7500 RPM.
How much does the Kymco Super 8 150 weigh?
The 2012 Kymco Super 8 150 has a Dry weight of 117.0 kg (257.9 pounds).
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