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2008Sherco 50CC SM Black Panther

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The 2008 Sherco 50cc SM Black Panther is a lightweight supermoto designed for young riders and beginners seeking nimble urban performance. Its compact 49.7cc liquid-cooled engine and 83kg dry weight deliver agile handling and easy maneuverability, while the low 850mm seat height ensures accessibility. Best known for combining street styling with off-road capability, it excels in urban environments and entry-level track days.

Capacity
49.7 ccm
Engine
Single
Gearbox
6-speed
Dry weight
83.0 kg
Seat height
850 mm
Power
5.4 HP (4.0 kW)
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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 25Agility 88Comfort 35Off-road 30Touring 15Road manners 55
Off-road & trail30%
Cornering75%
City riding80%
Daily riding40%
Touring15%
Two-up15%
Track45%
Best for
A tiny 50cc supermoto built for playful, nimble city and backroad fun rather than outright speed or distance riding.
Built for
Light, flickable and eager to change direction, with sporty supermoto styling and handling but limited by its tiny engine output.
Not ideal for
Not suitable for highway travel, long touring distances, carrying a passenger, or riders wanting genuine high-speed 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 850mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with tip-toe one foot on the 2008 Sherco 50CC SM Black Panther, with a relaxed knee angle of around 125 degrees and a forward-leaning 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
49.7 ccm
Power
5.4 HP (4.0 kW)
Engine type
Single
Power/weight ratio
0.0651 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
40.3 x 39.0 mm
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Electric & kick
Torque
Not on record - add it
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Clutch
Multidisc in oil bath
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1360 mm
Seat height
850 mm
Dry weight
83.0 kg
Fuel capacity
7.00 litres
Ground clearance
260 mm
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Chrome-molybdenum tubing main frame with a removable sub-frame
Front suspension
Paioli 41mm dia hydraulic telescopic fork
Rear suspension
Olle single shock absorber, adjustable spring preload
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes
Single disc
Other
Color options
Black

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Sherco 50CC SM Black Panther?

The 2008 Sherco 50CC SM Black Panther has a Capacity of 49.7 ccm (3.03 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Sherco 50CC SM Black Panther have?

The 2008 Sherco 50CC SM Black Panther has a Power of 5.4 HP (4.0 kW).

How many gears does the Sherco 50CC SM Black Panther have?

The 2008 Sherco 50CC SM Black Panther has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

How much does the Sherco 50CC SM Black Panther weigh?

The 2008 Sherco 50CC SM Black Panther has a Dry weight of 83.0 kg (183.0 pounds).

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