Underbones
2012Suzuki Birdie 50
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The 2012 Suzuki Birdie 50 is an underbone for commuters who want frugal, practical step-through transport. Its 49cc air-cooled single makes 3.4 hp and 3.6 Nm, with a 705 mm seat, a 78 kg dry weight and a 4.5-litre tank.
- Capacity
- 49.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 3-speed
- Dry weight
- 78.0 kg
- Seat height
- 705 mm
- Power
- 3.4 HP (2.5 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built purely for short-hop urban commuting, errands, and low-speed neighborhood use rather than any kind of performance riding.
- Built for
- A humble, utilitarian little cub-style scooter that prioritizes fuel efficiency, reliability, and ease of use over excitement or speed.
- Not ideal for
- This is not for highway travel, touring, carrying a passenger comfortably, or any rider seeking performance or off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usRange and running costs
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Engine
- Capacity
- 49.0 ccm
- Power
- 3.4 HP (2.5 kW)
- CO2 Emissions
- 22 CO2 g/km
- Torque
- 3.6 Nm (0.4 kgf-m) @ 6000 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 0.90 litres/100 km (111.1 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0436 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 39.0 x 41.8 mm
- Compression
- 9.7:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Kick
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 3-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Wet automatic centrifugal type shoe
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1150 mm
- Overall length
- 1805 mm
- Overall width
- 670 mm
- Overall height
- 995 mm
- Seat height
- 705 mm
- Dry weight
- 78.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 4.50 litres
- Ground clearance
- 105 mm
- Oil capacity
- 0.80 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Tubular steel
- Front suspension
- Telescopic
- Rear suspension
- Twin shocks.
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.1°
- Trail
- 55 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Front tyre
- 70/90-14
- Rear tyre
- 80/90-14
Other
- Color options
- Blue/white
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 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc |
| Dry weight | 78 kg | 78 kg | 78 kg | 78 kg |
| Seat height | 705 mm | 705 mm | 705 mm | 705 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.5 L | 4.5 L | 4.5 L | 4.5 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 Suzuki Birdie 50?
The 2012 Suzuki Birdie 50 has a Capacity of 49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Suzuki Birdie 50 have?
The 2012 Suzuki Birdie 50 has a Power of 3.4 HP (2.5 kW).
How many gears does the Suzuki Birdie 50 have?
The 2012 Suzuki Birdie 50 has a Gearbox of 3-speed.
What is the torque of the Suzuki Birdie 50?
The 2012 Suzuki Birdie 50 has a Torque of 3.6 Nm (0.4 kgf-m or 2.7 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM.
How much does the Suzuki Birdie 50 weigh?
The 2012 Suzuki Birdie 50 has a Dry weight of 78.0 kg (172.0 pounds).
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