Minibikes
2005Honda Ape 50
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The 2005 Honda Ape 50 is a minibike for riders who want compact, fun and easy-to-handle transport. Its 49cc air-cooled single makes 3.7 hp and 3.6 Nm, with a 715 mm seat, an 84 kg wet weight and a 5.5-litre tank.
- Capacity
- 49.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 75.0 kg
- Seat height
- 715 mm
- Power
- 3.7 HP (2.7 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed for short-distance urban runabout duty, playful backroad puttering, and nostalgic monkey-bike style fun rather than any serious performance role.
- Built for
- It has a quirky, retro, go-kart-like charm that rewards playful low-speed riding and stands out for character rather than outright capability.
- Not ideal for
- This is not the bike for anyone wanting real highway speed, long-distance touring comfort, or off-road capability.
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
- 3.7 HP (2.7 kW)
- Torque
- 3.6 Nm (0.4 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0493 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 42.0 x 35.6 mm
- Compression
- 9.2:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Kick
- Ignition
- CDI
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet, multiplate
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1185 mm
- Overall length
- 1710 mm
- Overall width
- 770 mm
- Overall height
- 970 mm
- Seat height
- 715 mm
- Dry weight
- 75.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 84.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 5.50 litres
- Ground clearance
- 165 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Diamond
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Swing arm (Pro-link)
- Rake (fork angle)
- 28.0°
- Trail
- 89 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Expanding brake
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake
- Front tyre
- 120/80-12 54J
- Rear tyre
- 120/80-12 54J
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 | 2005 | 2006 | 2009 | 2013 | 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc |
| Dry weight | 75 kg | 75 kg | 75 kg | 75 kg | 75 kg | 75 kg |
| Seat height | 715 mm | 715 mm | 755 mm | 755 mm | 715 mm | 715 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 5.5 L | 5.5 L | 5.5 L | 5.5 L | 5.5 L | 5.5 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Honda Ape 50?
The 2005 Honda Ape 50 has a Capacity of 49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda Ape 50 have?
The 2005 Honda Ape 50 has a Power of 3.7 HP (2.7 kW).
How many gears does the Honda Ape 50 have?
The 2005 Honda Ape 50 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Honda Ape 50?
The 2005 Honda Ape 50 has a Torque of 3.6 Nm (0.4 kgf-m or 2.7 ft.lbs).
How much does the Honda Ape 50 weigh?
The 2005 Honda Ape 50 has a Dry weight of 75.0 kg (165.3 pounds).
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