Scooters
2012Kymco RS 50
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The 2012 Kymco RS 50 is a lightweight 49cc scooter designed for new riders and urban commuters seeking affordable, economical transport. Featuring a single-cylinder four-stroke engine with automatic transmission, it delivers modest performance suited to city riding with a top speed of 48 km/h. The RS 50 is best known for its reliability, low maintenance costs, and practical design for entry-level riders navigating congested streets.
- Capacity
- 49.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 95.0 kg
- Seat height
- 780 mm
- Power
- 3.5 HP (2.6 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's designed for very short, low-speed urban errands rather than any kind of performance or long-distance riding.
- Built for
- It has a modest, unassuming personality focused on simple, economical, easygoing transportation rather than excitement.
- Not ideal for
- It is not suitable for highway riding, touring, carrying a passenger comfortably, or anyone seeking speed or 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
- 3.5 HP (2.6 kW)
- Torque
- 3.2 Nm (0.3 kgf-m) @ 4000 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0368 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 39.0 x 41.0 mm
- Compression
- 8.0:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric & kick
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Shaft
Performance
- Top speed
- 48.3 km/h (30.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1325 mm
- Overall length
- 1940 mm
- Overall width
- 685 mm
- Seat height
- 780 mm
- Dry weight
- 95.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 3.50 litres
- Ground clearance
- 140 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Single shock
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Rear brakes diameter
- 110 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/80-16
- Rear tyre
- 120/80-16
Other
- Color options
- Yellow, black
Specs last verified against published sources: .
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kymco RS 50?
The 2012 Kymco RS 50 has a Capacity of 49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kymco RS 50 have?
The 2012 Kymco RS 50 has a Power of 3.5 HP (2.6 kW).
What is the torque of the Kymco RS 50?
The 2012 Kymco RS 50 has a Torque of 3.2 Nm (0.3 kgf-m or 2.4 ft.lbs) @ 4000 RPM.
How much does the Kymco RS 50 weigh?
The 2012 Kymco RS 50 has a Dry weight of 95.0 kg (209.4 pounds).
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