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2011Kymco People 50

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The 2011 Kymco People 50 is a large-wheeled moped-class scooter from Taiwan's Kymco. Its air-cooled 49cc two-stroke single makes 3.8 hp at 6,500 rpm through an automatic belt transmission. A 787 mm seat, 95.5 kg dry weight and a 5.8-litre tank make it stable and practical.

Capacity
49.0 ccm
Engine
Single, two-stroke
Gearbox
Not on record
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Dry weight
95.5 kg
Seat height
787 mm
Power
3.8 HP (2.8 kW) @ 6500 RPM
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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 14Agility 69Comfort 55Off-road 5Touring 15Road manners 50
Off-road & trail5%
Cornering40%
City riding85%
Daily riding70%
Touring15%
Two-up30%
Track5%
Best for
Designed purely for short-distance urban commuting and running errands around town.
Built for
A practical, no-frills 50cc scooter that prioritizes ease of use and fuel efficiency over performance.
Not ideal for
Not suitable for highway riding, long-distance touring, or riders seeking any real sense of speed or excitement.

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 787mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2011 Kymco People 50, 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
49.0 ccm
Power
3.8 HP (2.8 kW) @ 6500 RPM
EPA CO Emissions
0.6 CO g/km
Engine type
Single, two-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.0398 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
39.0 x 41.4 mm
Compression
8.0:1
Cooling system
Air
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Electric & kick
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Lubrication system
Oil injected
Transmission
Transmission type
Automatic
Final drive
Belt
Clutch
Wet, multiplate
Dimensions & weight
Overall length
1850 mm
Overall width
685 mm
Overall height
1075 mm
Seat height
787 mm
Dry weight
95.5 kg
Fuel capacity
5.80 litres
Chassis & suspension
Front suspension
Telescopic forks
Rear suspension
Single shock
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front tyre
70/90-17
Rear tyre
80/90-17
Other
Color options
Black/Ivory, Blue/Ivory, Green/White, Wineberry, Silver
Fuel Tank Material
Plastic

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 20072008201020112012
Capacity 50 cc 50 cc 49 cc 49 cc 49 cc
Dry weight 96 kg 96 kg 96 kg 96 kg 96 kg
Seat height 787 mm 787 mm 787 mm 787 mm 787 mm
Fuel capacity 5.8 L 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 50?

The 2011 Kymco People 50 has a Capacity of 49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Kymco People 50 have?

The 2011 Kymco People 50 has a Power of 3.8 HP (2.8 kW) @ 6500 RPM.

How much does the Kymco People 50 weigh?

The 2011 Kymco People 50 has a Dry weight of 95.5 kg (210.5 pounds).

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