Scooters
2012SYM Symphony 50
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The 2012 Sym Symphony 50 is an entry-level scooter designed for new riders and urban commuters seeking an economical, easy-to-ride machine. Its lightweight 50cc four-stroke engine delivers modest performance ideal for city streets and short commutes. Known for reliability and low maintenance costs, the Symphony 50 prioritizes practicality and fuel efficiency over performance.
- Capacity
- 49.6 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 100.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 3.9 HP (2.9 kW) @ 8500 RPM
What’s new for the 2012 SYM Symphony 50
vs the 2011| Spec | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | 10.5:1 | 12.2:1 |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built purely for short urban hops, errands, and commuting rather than any kind of performance riding.
- Built for
- A practical, unpretentious 50cc scooter that prioritizes economy, ease of use, and maneuverability over excitement.
- Not ideal for
- Not suitable for highway travel, long-distance touring, carrying a passenger comfortably, or anyone seeking speed or off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 49.6 ccm
- Power
- 3.9 HP (2.9 kW) @ 8500 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0390 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 37.0 x 46.0 mm
- Compression
- 12.2:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric & kick
- Ignition
- CDI
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Auto centrifugal type
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1330 mm
- Overall length
- 1986 mm
- Overall width
- 690 mm
- Overall height
- 1145 mm
- Dry weight
- 100.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 4.80 litres
- Oil capacity
- 0.90 litres
- Seat height
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Steel
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Unit swing
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 225 mm
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake). Optional disk brake
- Rear brakes diameter
- 130 mm
- Front tyre
- 90/80-16
- Rear tyre
- 90/80-16
Other
- Color options
- Black
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 | 2012 | 2014 | 2017 | 2021 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 50 cc | 50 cc | 50 cc | 50 cc | 50 cc | 49 cc |
| Dry weight | 100 kg | 100 kg | 100 kg | 100 kg | 100 kg | 100 kg |
| Seat height | — | — | — | — | 790 mm | 790 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.8 L | 4.8 L | 4.8 L | 4.8 L | 4.8 L | 5.2 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 SYM Symphony 50?
The 2012 SYM Symphony 50 has a Capacity of 49.6 ccm (3.03 cubic inches).
What engine power does the SYM Symphony 50 have?
The 2012 SYM Symphony 50 has a Power of 3.9 HP (2.9 kW) @ 8500 RPM.
How much does the SYM Symphony 50 weigh?
The 2012 SYM Symphony 50 has a Dry weight of 100.0 kg (220.5 pounds).
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