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2008Rieju MX 50

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The 2008 Rieju MX 50 is a small motocross bike for children from the Spanish maker Rieju. Its air-cooled 49cc two-stroke single has an automatic transmission and chain drive. A 740 mm seat, 46 kg dry weight and 2.5-litre tank suit young riders.

Capacity
49.0 ccm
Engine
Single, two-stroke
Gearbox
Not on record
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Dry weight
46.0 kg
Seat height
740 mm
Power
5.4 HP (4.0 kW)
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What’s new for the 2008 Rieju MX 50

vs the 2007
Spec20072008
Fuel capacity 2.80 litres (0.74 US gallons) 2.50 litres (0.66 US gallons)
Other years 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 8Agility 73Comfort 20Off-road 55Touring 5Road manners 10
Off-road & trail55%
Cornering30%
City riding10%
Daily riding5%
Touring3%
Two-up0%
Track5%
Best for
It is built as a small-capacity kids' or youth cross/minibike for casual off-road play and skill-building rather than serious racing or transport.
Built for
Its automatic transmission, drum brakes, and simple air-cooled two-stroke engine give it a forgiving, low-stress, easy-going personality ideal for first-time dirt riding.
Not ideal for
It is not suitable for adult riders, highway use, long-distance touring, or anyone seeking real speed or serious off-road 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 740mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2008 Rieju MX 50, with a cramped knee angle of around 60 degrees and an upright 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
5.4 HP (4.0 kW)
Engine type
Single, two-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.1174 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
39.0 x 41.8 mm
Cooling system
Air
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Kick
Lubrication system
Mixture of gasoline and oil to 2%
Transmission
Transmission type
Automatic
Final drive
Chain
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1100 mm
Overall length
1596 mm
Overall width
685 mm
Overall height
995 mm
Seat height
740 mm
Dry weight
46.0 kg
Fuel capacity
2.50 litres
Ground clearance
Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Steel
Front suspension
Telescopic fork
Rear suspension
Hydraulic monoshock
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front tyre
2.50-15
Rear tyre
3.00-12
Other
Color options
Blue/yellow, 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 20062007200820092010
Capacity 49 cc 49 cc 49 cc 49 cc 50 cc
Dry weight 46 kg 46 kg 46 kg 46 kg 46 kg
Seat height 740 mm 740 mm 740 mm 740 mm 740 mm
Fuel capacity 2.8 L 2.8 L 2.5 L 2.5 L 2.5 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 Rieju MX 50?

The 2008 Rieju MX 50 has a Capacity of 49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Rieju MX 50 have?

The 2008 Rieju MX 50 has a Power of 5.4 HP (4.0 kW).

How much does the Rieju MX 50 weigh?

The 2008 Rieju MX 50 has a Dry weight of 46.0 kg (101.4 pounds).

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