Scooters
2009MBK Nitro
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The 2009 MBK Nitro is an entry-level 50cc scooter ideal for urban commuters and new riders seeking affordable, practical transportation. Its lightweight two-stroke engine delivers adequate power for city riding with minimal maintenance needs. Known for reliability and ease of use, it remains a popular choice for first-time scooter owners.
- Capacity
- 49.2 ccm
- Engine
- Single, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 82.0 kg
- Seat height
- 828 mm
- Power
- 2.7 HP (2.0 kW) @ 6500 RPM
What’s new for the 2009 MBK Nitro
vs the 2008| Spec | 2008 | 2009 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 2.7 HP (2.0 kW) | 2.7 HP (2.0 kW) @ 6500 RPM |
| Dry weight | 92.0 kg (202.8 pounds) | 82.0 kg (180.8 pounds) |
| Fuel capacity | 7.00 litres (1.85 US gallons) | 5.50 litres (1.45 US gallons) |
| Front suspension | Hydraulic and telescopic fork | Telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Hydraulic unit swing | Unit swing |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Disc, 190 | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Disc, 190 | Single disc |
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
- 49.2 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
- 0.0329 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
- Centrifugal Automatic
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1256 mm
- Overall length
- 1743 mm
- Overall width
- 690 mm
- Overall height
- 1170 mm
- Seat height
- 828 mm
- Dry weight
- 82.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 97.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 5.50 litres
- Ground clearance
- 185 mm
- Oil capacity
- 1.20 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Unit swing
- Front wheel travel
- 80 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 70 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
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 | 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 2009 MBK Nitro has a Capacity of 49.2 ccm (3.00 cubic inches).
What engine power does the MBK Nitro have?
The 2009 MBK Nitro has a Power of 2.7 HP (2.0 kW) @ 6500 RPM.
What is the torque of the MBK Nitro?
The 2009 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 2009 MBK Nitro has a Dry weight of 82.0 kg (180.8 pounds).
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