Sportbikes
2026Tao Motor Racer 50
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The 2026 Tao Motor Racer 50 is a lightweight sport bike for riders who want sharp handling and spirited performance. Its 49cc air-cooled single makes 1.8 hp, with an 85 kg dry weight, a 6.4-litre tank and a 40 km/h top speed.
- Capacity
- 49.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 84.8 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 1.8 HP (1.3 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for spirited road riding and the occasional track day, trading some comfort for sharper performance and handling.
- Built for
- A sport bike from Tao Motor with a 49cc engine; its character is easy-going and economical, with 2 hp on tap.
- Not ideal for
- Not for riders who want touring comfort, a passenger-friendly seat or off-road ability.
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
- 1.8 HP (1.3 kW)
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0212 HP/kg (dry)
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric & kick
- Ignition
- CDI
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
Performance
- Top speed
- 40.2 km/h (25.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1397 mm
- Overall length
- 1829 mm
- Overall width
- 508 mm
- Overall height
- 813 mm
- Dry weight
- 84.8 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 6.40 litres
- Seat height
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Monoshock
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Front tyre
- 80/90-17
- Rear tyre
- 120/70-12
Other
- Color options
- Red, white, blue
- Comments
- Chinese brand, sometimes called TaoTao. Bike sold in the US and Canada.
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 | 2023 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc |
| Dry weight | 85 kg | 85 kg | 85 kg |
| Fuel capacity | 6.4 L | 6.4 L | 6.4 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 Tao Motor Racer 50?
The 2026 Tao Motor Racer 50 has a Capacity of 49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Tao Motor Racer 50 have?
The 2026 Tao Motor Racer 50 has a Power of 1.8 HP (1.3 kW).
How much does the Tao Motor Racer 50 weigh?
The 2026 Tao Motor Racer 50 has a Dry weight of 84.8 kg (187.0 pounds).
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