Scooters
2005MBK Nitro
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The 2005 MBK Nitro is a lightweight 49cc scooter designed for urban commuters and new riders seeking practical, fuel-efficient transportation. Its compact two-stroke engine delivers modest performance ideal for city riding, while the hydraulic suspension and automatic clutch provide easy, hassle-free operation. Known for reliability and low maintenance costs, it remains a popular choice for short-distance daily commuting.
- Capacity
- 49.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 92.0 kg
- Seat height
- 828 mm
- Power
- 2.7 HP (2.0 kW) @ 6500 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built purely for short urban hops, errands, and light commuting rather than any performance riding.
- Built for
- A nimble, playful little 50cc two-stroke scooter with sporty styling that promises more visual flair than actual performance.
- Not ideal for
- Not suitable for highway travel, long-distance touring, carrying a passenger comfortably, or anyone seeking real acceleration or power.
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
- 2.7 HP (2.0 kW) @ 6500 RPM
- Torque
- 3.7 Nm (0.4 kgf-m) @ 4500 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, two-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0293 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 40.0 x 39.2 mm
- Compression
- 7.4:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- 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
- 1256 mm
- Overall length
- 1743 mm
- Overall width
- 690 mm
- Overall height
- 1170 mm
- Seat height
- 828 mm
- Dry weight
- 92.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 97.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 7.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 185 mm
- Oil capacity
- 1.20 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- Hydraulic and telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Hydraulic unit swing
- Front wheel travel
- 80 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 60 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 190 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 190 mm
- Front tyre
- 130/60-13
- Rear tyre
- 140/60-13
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2005 | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc |
| Dry weight | 92 kg | 92 kg | 92 kg | 92 kg | 82 kg |
| Seat height | 828 mm | 828 mm | 828 mm | 828 mm | 828 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 7 L | 7 L | 7 L | 7 L | 5.5 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 Nitro?
The 2005 MBK Nitro has a Capacity of 49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches).
What engine power does the MBK Nitro have?
The 2005 MBK Nitro has a Power of 2.7 HP (2.0 kW) @ 6500 RPM.
What is the torque of the MBK Nitro?
The 2005 MBK Nitro has a Torque of 3.7 Nm (0.4 kgf-m or 2.7 ft.lbs) @ 4500 RPM.
How much does the MBK Nitro weigh?
The 2005 MBK Nitro has a Dry weight of 92.0 kg (202.8 pounds).
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