Scooters
2012Schwinn Hope 50
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The 2012 Schwinn Hope 50 is a lightweight scooter designed for urban commuters and novice riders seeking an economical, easy-to-ride vehicle. Its 49.5cc four-stroke engine delivers reliable performance with automatic CVT transmission and air cooling, making it ideal for city navigation and short-distance travel. Known for its affordability and low maintenance requirements, the Hope 50 excels as a practical first scooter.
- Capacity
- 49.5 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 73.5 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 5.4 HP (4.0 kW)
What’s new for the 2012 Schwinn Hope 50
vs the 2011| Spec | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Front suspension | 30mm stanchion/Telescopic | Telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Damping Shock | Swing-Arm with Dual Adjustable Coil-Over Shocks |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for short urban hops, errands, and light commuting rather than any kind of performance riding.
- Built for
- A cheerful, low-displacement automatic scooter that prioritizes ease of use and approachability over speed or excitement.
- Not ideal for
- This is not the machine for highway 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
- 49.5 ccm
- Power
- 5.4 HP (4.0 kW)
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0735 HP/kg (dry)
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric & kick
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
Dimensions & weight
- Overall length
- 1811 mm
- Overall width
- 691 mm
- Overall height
- 1130 mm
- Dry weight
- 73.5 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 5.40 litres
- Seat height
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Steel
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Swing-Arm with Dual Adjustable Coil-Over Shocks
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Cross-drilled Disc
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Front tyre
- CST3.50-10
- Rear tyre
- CST3.50-10
Other
- Color options
- Pink/white
- Warranty
- 48
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 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 50 cc | 50 cc | 50 cc |
| Dry weight | 74 kg | 74 kg | 74 kg |
| Fuel capacity | 5.4 L | 5.4 L | 5.4 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Schwinn Hope 50?
The 2012 Schwinn Hope 50 has a Capacity of 49.5 ccm (3.02 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Schwinn Hope 50 have?
The 2012 Schwinn Hope 50 has a Power of 5.4 HP (4.0 kW).
How much does the Schwinn Hope 50 weigh?
The 2012 Schwinn Hope 50 has a Dry weight of 73.5 kg (162.0 pounds).
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