Scooters
2008PGO Roadshow 50
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The 2008 PGO Roadshow 50 is a lightweight 49cc scooter designed for urban commuters and novice riders seeking affordable, easy-to-ride transportation. Its automatic transmission, compact frame weighing just 72kg, and simple two-stroke engine make it ideal for city navigation and parking in tight spaces. Known for reliability and low maintenance, this scooter excels as an economical entry-level vehicle for short-distance daily commuting.
- Capacity
- 49.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Wet weight
- 72.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 5.4 HP (4.0 kW)
What’s new for the 2008 PGO Roadshow 50
vs the 2007| Spec | 2007 | 2008 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 6.7 HP (4.9 kW) @ 7000 RPM | 5.4 HP (4.0 kW) |
| Torque | 4.9 Nm (0.5 kgf-m or 3.6 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM | not listed |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic Disk | Single disc |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed purely for short-hop urban commuting and light errands rather than performance riding.
- Built for
- A simple, no-frills city scooter that prioritizes light weight and easy maneuverability over speed or long-distance capability.
- Not ideal for
- Not suitable for highway travel, 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.
Engine
- Capacity
- 49.0 ccm
- Power
- 5.4 HP (4.0 kW)
- Engine type
- Single, two-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0750 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 40.0 x 39.2 mm
- Compression
- 6.8:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric & kick
- Ignition
- CDI
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Dry style, centrifugal type
Dimensions & weight
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Tubular frame
- Front suspension
- Telescopic
- Rear suspension
- 4-Bar Linkage, Uni-Absorber
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Front tyre
- 90/90-10
- Rear tyre
- 90/90-12
Other
- Color options
- Blue, black, silver, red
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 | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 5.1 L | 5.1 L | 5.1 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 PGO Roadshow 50?
The 2008 PGO Roadshow 50 has a Capacity of 49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches).
What engine power does the PGO Roadshow 50 have?
The 2008 PGO Roadshow 50 has a Power of 5.4 HP (4.0 kW).
How much does the PGO Roadshow 50 weigh?
The 2008 PGO Roadshow 50 has a Wet weight of 72.0 kg (158.7 pounds).
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