Scooters
2008Kymco Super 8
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The 2008 Kymco Super 8 is a lightweight 49cc scooter ideal for urban commuters and new riders seeking economical, easy-to-ride transportation. Its automatic transmission and manageable power delivery make it perfect for navigating city streets. Known for reliable performance and fuel efficiency, this air-cooled scooter offers practical everyday mobility at an accessible price point.
- Capacity
- 49.4 ccm
- Engine
- Single
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 108.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 2.4 HP (1.8 kW)
What’s new for the 2008 Kymco Super 8
vs the 2007| Spec | 2007 | 2008 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 5.4 HP (4.0 kW) | 2.4 HP (1.8 kW) |
| Dry weight | 106.0 kg (233.7 pounds) | 108.0 kg (238.1 pounds) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Its purpose is short-hop urban commuting and running errands at low speeds rather than any kind of sporty or long-distance riding.
- Built for
- It has a mild-mannered, practical, and unhurried character built around convenience, fuel economy, and effortless automatic operation.
- Not ideal for
- This scooter is not for anyone wanting highway speeds, spirited cornering, passenger comfort on long trips, or any off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 49.4 ccm
- Power
- 2.4 HP (1.8 kW)
- Torque
- 3.5 Nm (0.4 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Single
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0222 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 39.0 x 41.4 mm
- Compression
- 11.0:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric & kick
- Ignition
- CDI
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1365 mm
- Overall length
- 1940 mm
- Overall width
- 745 mm
- Overall height
- 1220 mm
- Dry weight
- 108.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 6.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 108 mm
- Seat height
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Pine under bone
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Front tyre
- 100/80-14
- Rear tyre
- 120/80-14
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 | 2007 | 2008 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 50 cc | 49 cc |
| Dry weight | 106 kg | 108 kg |
| Fuel capacity | 6 L | 6 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 Kymco Super 8?
The 2008 Kymco Super 8 has a Capacity of 49.4 ccm (3.01 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kymco Super 8 have?
The 2008 Kymco Super 8 has a Power of 2.4 HP (1.8 kW).
What is the torque of the Kymco Super 8?
The 2008 Kymco Super 8 has a Torque of 3.5 Nm (0.4 kgf-m or 2.6 ft.lbs).
How much does the Kymco Super 8 weigh?
The 2008 Kymco Super 8 has a Dry weight of 108.0 kg (238.1 pounds).
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