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2009Honda Monkey 50
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The 2009 Honda Monkey 50 is a tiny, iconic minibike with a cult following. Its air-cooled 49cc four-stroke single makes 3.4 hp and 3.4 Nm through a four-speed gearbox and chain. A very low 660 mm seat, 68 kg wet weight and 4.3-litre tank make it a fun runabout.
- Capacity
- 49.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 4-speed
- Dry weight
- 58.0 kg
- Seat height
- 660 mm
- Power
- 3.4 HP (2.5 kW)
What’s new for the 2009 Honda Monkey 50
vs the 2007| Spec | 2007 | 2009 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 3.1 HP (2.3 kW) | 3.4 HP (2.5 kW) |
| Torque | 3.1 Nm (0.3 kgf-m or 2.3 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM | 3.4 Nm (0.3 kgf-m or 2.5 ft.lbs) @ 5000 RPM |
| Fuel capacity | 4.50 litres (1.19 US gallons) | 4.30 litres (1.14 US gallons) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's designed for short, playful rides around town, backyard fun, and being an eye-catching novelty bike rather than serious transportation.
- Built for
- The Monkey has a charming, go-kart-like personality that prioritizes grins and style over outright performance.
- Not ideal for
- It's not for riders who need highway speeds, long-distance touring capability, or serious off-road 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?
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- Capacity
- 49.0 ccm
- Power
- 3.4 HP (2.5 kW)
- Torque
- 3.4 Nm (0.3 kgf-m) @ 5000 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0586 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 39.0 x 41.4 mm
- Compression
- 10.0:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Kick
- Ignition
- Full transistor type battery ignition
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 4-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet, multiplate
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 895 mm
- Overall length
- 1360 mm
- Overall width
- 600 mm
- Overall height
- 850 mm
- Seat height
- 660 mm
- Dry weight
- 58.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 68.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 4.30 litres
- Ground clearance
- 150 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Swing arm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.0°
- Trail
- 42 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Expanding brake
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake
- Front tyre
- 3.50-8
- Rear tyre
- 3.50-8
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 | 2004 | 2006 | 2009 | 2011 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc |
| Dry weight | 58 kg | 58 kg | 58 kg | 58 kg | 58 kg |
| Seat height | 660 mm | 660 mm | 660 mm | 660 mm | 660 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.5 L | 4.5 L | 4.5 L | 4.3 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 Monkey 50?
The 2009 Honda Monkey 50 has a Capacity of 49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda Monkey 50 have?
The 2009 Honda Monkey 50 has a Power of 3.4 HP (2.5 kW).
How many gears does the Honda Monkey 50 have?
The 2009 Honda Monkey 50 has a Gearbox of 4-speed.
What is the torque of the Honda Monkey 50?
The 2009 Honda Monkey 50 has a Torque of 3.4 Nm (0.3 kgf-m or 2.5 ft.lbs) @ 5000 RPM.
How much does the Honda Monkey 50 weigh?
The 2009 Honda Monkey 50 has a Dry weight of 58.0 kg (127.9 pounds).
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