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2008MBK Booster Naked

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The 2008 MBK Booster Naked is a rugged, chunky-tyred 50cc scooter from Yamaha's French brand MBK. Its air-cooled 49cc two-stroke single makes 3.2 hp and 3.6 Nm through an automatic belt drive. A 768 mm seat, 82 kg wet weight and 5.3-litre tank make it a popular runabout for young riders.

Capacity
49.0 ccm
Engine
Single, two-stroke
Gearbox
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Dry weight
75.0 kg
Seat height
768 mm
Power
3.2 HP (2.4 kW)
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What’s new for the 2008 MBK Booster Naked

vs the 2007
Spec20072008
Power 3.2 HP (2.4 kW) @ 6500 RPM 3.2 HP (2.4 kW)
Other years 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 14Agility 69Comfort 45Off-road 5Touring 15Road manners 40
Off-road & trail5%
Cornering30%
City riding80%
Daily riding65%
Touring15%
Two-up20%
Track5%
Best for
Built purely for short-hop urban commuting and running errands around town, not for speed or distance.
Built for
A cheeky, playful little naked scooter with sporty 10-inch wheels, meant for zipping through city streets with a bit of attitude.
Not ideal for
Not suitable for highway riding, long trips, carrying a passenger comfortably, or anyone seeking 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 768mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2008 MBK Booster Naked, with a moderate knee angle of around 95 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
3.2 HP (2.4 kW)
Torque
3.6 Nm (0.4 kgf-m)
Engine type
Single, two-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.0427 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
40.0 x 39.2 mm
Compression
7.2:1
Cooling system
Air
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Electric & kick
Ignition
CDI
Lubrication system
Separate lubrication
Transmission
Transmission type
Automatic
Final drive
Belt
Clutch
Automatic centrifugal
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1172 mm
Overall length
1685 mm
Overall width
675 mm
Overall height
1049 mm
Seat height
768 mm
Dry weight
75.0 kg
Wet weight
82.0 kg
Fuel capacity
5.30 litres
Ground clearance
124 mm
Oil capacity
1.10 litres
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Steel tube
Front suspension
Hydraulic and telescopic fork
Rear suspension
Hydraulic unit swing
Front wheel travel
70 mm
Rear wheel travel
70 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc. Disc, 180
Front brakes diameter
180 mm
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake). Drum, 110
Rear brakes diameter
110 mm
Front tyre
120/90-10
Rear tyre
150/80-10
Other
Color options
Jet Black, Black Pearl,

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 20052006200720082009
Capacity 49 cc 49 cc 49 cc 49 cc 49 cc
Dry weight 75 kg 75 kg 75 kg 75 kg 75 kg
Seat height 768 mm 768 mm 768 mm 768 mm 768 mm
Fuel capacity 5.3 L 5.3 L 5.3 L 5.3 L 5.3 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 MBK Booster Naked?

The 2008 MBK Booster Naked has a Capacity of 49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches).

What engine power does the MBK Booster Naked have?

The 2008 MBK Booster Naked has a Power of 3.2 HP (2.4 kW).

What is the torque of the MBK Booster Naked?

The 2008 MBK Booster Naked has a Torque of 3.6 Nm (0.4 kgf-m or 2.7 ft.lbs).

How much does the MBK Booster Naked weigh?

The 2008 MBK Booster Naked has a Dry weight of 75.0 kg (165.3 pounds).

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