Scooters
2008Keeway Matrix 50
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The 2008 Keeway Matrix 50 is a lightweight scooter ideal for urban commuters and new riders seeking affordable, practical transportation. Powered by a modest 49cc two-stroke engine producing 3.44 horsepower, it excels in city traffic with its automatic transmission and excellent fuel economy of 50 km/l. The scooter is best known for its reliability and low operating costs, making it a popular entry-level choice in developing markets.
- Capacity
- 49.3 ccm
- Engine
- Single, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 75.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 3.4 HP (2.5 kW)
What’s new for the 2008 Keeway Matrix 50
vs the 2007| Spec | 2007 | 2008 |
|---|---|---|
| Torque | 3.9 Nm (0.4 kgf-m or 2.9 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM | 3.9 Nm (0.4 kgf-m or 2.9 ft.lbs) |
| Dry weight | 93.0 kg (205.0 pounds) | 75.0 kg (165.3 pounds) |
| Wheelbase | 1270 mm (50.0 inches) | 1170 mm (46.1 inches) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed purely for short, low-speed errands and commuting around town, not for any kind of performance riding.
- Built for
- A basic, economical 50cc runabout that prioritizes simplicity, low running costs, and easy urban maneuverability over excitement.
- Not ideal for
- Not suitable for highway travel, long trips, carrying a passenger comfortably, or anyone wanting a spirited or fast ride.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Range and running costs
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the maker's published fuel consumption 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
- 49.3 ccm
- Power
- 3.4 HP (2.5 kW)
- CO2 Emissions
- 46 CO2 g/km
- Torque
- 3.9 Nm (0.4 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Single, two-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 2.00 litres/100 km (50.0 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0453 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 40.3 x 39.0 mm
- Compression
- 6.9:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric & kick
- Ignition
- CDI
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Automatic
Performance
- Top speed
- 45.0 km/h (28.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1170 mm
- Overall length
- 1695 mm
- Overall width
- 685 mm
- Overall height
- 1120 mm
- Dry weight
- 75.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 96.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 4.80 litres
- Ground clearance
- 150 mm
- Seat height
- Not on record - add it
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Front tyre
- 120/70-12
- Rear tyre
- 130/70-12
Other
- Color options
- Mulitcolored
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 | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc |
| Dry weight | 86 kg | 93 kg | 75 kg | 93 kg | 93 kg |
| Fuel capacity | 4.8 L | 4.8 L | 4.8 L | 4.8 L | 4.8 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 Keeway Matrix 50?
The 2008 Keeway Matrix 50 has a Capacity of 49.3 ccm (3.01 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Keeway Matrix 50 have?
The 2008 Keeway Matrix 50 has a Power of 3.4 HP (2.5 kW).
What is the torque of the Keeway Matrix 50?
The 2008 Keeway Matrix 50 has a Torque of 3.9 Nm (0.4 kgf-m or 2.9 ft.lbs).
How much does the Keeway Matrix 50 weigh?
The 2008 Keeway Matrix 50 has a Dry weight of 75.0 kg (165.3 pounds).
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