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2006Kymco People

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The 2006 Kymco People is a lightweight 50cc scooter ideal for urban commuters and novice riders seeking economical, easy-to-handle transportation. Known for its practical design, comfortable seating, and reliable air-cooled engine, this compact scooter excels in city navigation and daily short-distance travel with minimal maintenance requirements.

Capacity
49.5 ccm
Engine
Single
Gearbox
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Dry weight
95.5 kg
Seat height
800 mm
Power
5.1 HP (3.8 kW) @ 7000 RPM
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Other years 2005 2006 2007 2008

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 10Agility 66Comfort 55Off-road 5Touring 15Road manners 40
Off-road & trail5%
Cornering25%
City riding82%
Daily riding70%
Touring12%
Two-up25%
Track3%
Best for
Built purely for short urban hops, errands, and light commuting rather than any kind of performance riding.
Built for
A modest, practical 50cc automatic scooter that prioritizes convenience, economy, and easy maneuverability over excitement.
Not ideal for
Not suitable for highway travel, long-distance touring, carrying a passenger comfortably, or riders seeking any real 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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At 800mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2006 Kymco People, with a moderate knee angle of around 100 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
49.5 ccm
Power
5.1 HP (3.8 kW) @ 7000 RPM
Torque
5.5 Nm (0.6 kgf-m)
Engine type
Single
Power/weight ratio
0.0534 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
39.0 x 41.4 mm
Compression
7.2:1
Cooling system
Air
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Electric & kick
Ignition
CDI
Transmission
Transmission type
Automatic
Final drive
Shaft
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1270 mm
Overall length
1850 mm
Overall width
685 mm
Overall height
1075 mm
Seat height
800 mm
Dry weight
95.5 kg
Fuel capacity
5.80 litres
Ground clearance
145 mm
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Pine under bone
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Front brakes diameter
226 mm
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes diameter
130 mm
Front tyre
80/80-16
Rear tyre
100/80-16

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 2005200620072008
Capacity 50 cc 50 cc 50 cc 49 cc
Dry weight 96 kg 96 kg 96 kg 96 kg
Seat height 800 mm 800 mm 800 mm 800 mm
Fuel capacity 5.8 L 5.8 L 5.8 L 5.8 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 People?

The 2006 Kymco People has a Capacity of 49.5 ccm (3.02 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Kymco People have?

The 2006 Kymco People has a Power of 5.1 HP (3.8 kW) @ 7000 RPM.

What is the torque of the Kymco People?

The 2006 Kymco People has a Torque of 5.5 Nm (0.6 kgf-m or 4.1 ft.lbs).

How much does the Kymco People weigh?

The 2006 Kymco People has a Dry weight of 95.5 kg (210.5 pounds).

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