Sportbikes
2008Yamaha TZR50
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The 2008 Yamaha TZR 50 is a lightweight sport bike designed for novice and younger riders seeking an accessible entry into sportbike riding. Its liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine delivers modest but reliable performance, while the compact 114kg frame ensures easy handling and maneuverability. Best known for combining sporty styling with beginner-friendly characteristics, the TZR 50 remains an ideal learner machine.
- Capacity
- 49.7 ccm
- Engine
- Single, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 114.0 kg
- Seat height
- 815 mm
- Power
- 2.4 HP (1.8 kW) @ 6500 RPM
What’s new for the 2008 Yamaha TZR50
vs the 2007| Spec | 2007 | 2008 |
|---|---|---|
| Front suspension | Telescopic fork | Telescopic forks |
| Rear suspension | swingarm | Hydraulic shock absorber |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's designed as an affordable, sporty-looking commuter for short urban trips rather than any kind of serious performance machine.
- Built for
- It mimics full-size sportbike styling and a six-speed gearbox in a tiny two-stroke package, giving a playful, revvy feel despite minimal outright power.
- Not ideal for
- It's not for riders wanting real speed, highway touring capability, or the ability to carry a passenger any real distance.
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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- Capacity
- 49.7 ccm
- Power
- 2.4 HP (1.8 kW) @ 6500 RPM
- Torque
- 2.9 Nm (0.3 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Single, two-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0211 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 40.3 x 39.0 mm
- Compression
- 11.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- CDI
- Lubrication system
- Autolube
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1341 mm
- Overall length
- 2202 mm
- Overall width
- 689 mm
- Overall height
- 1105 mm
- Seat height
- 815 mm
- Dry weight
- 114.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 128.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 13.80 litres
- Ground clearance
- 151 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- Telescopic forks
- Rear suspension
- Hydraulic shock absorber
- Front wheel travel
- 130 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 280 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Front tyre
- 100/80-17
- Rear tyre
- 130/70-17
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 | 2003 | 2006 | 2008 | 2010 | 2013 | 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 50 cc | 50 cc | 50 cc | 50 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc |
| Dry weight | 113 kg | 113 kg | 114 kg | 114 kg | 112 kg | 112 kg |
| Seat height | 815 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 13.8 L | 13.8 L | 13.8 L | 14 L | 14 L | 14 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 Yamaha TZR50?
The 2008 Yamaha TZR50 has a Capacity of 49.7 ccm (3.03 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha TZR50 have?
The 2008 Yamaha TZR50 has a Power of 2.4 HP (1.8 kW) @ 6500 RPM.
How many gears does the Yamaha TZR50 have?
The 2008 Yamaha TZR50 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Yamaha TZR50?
The 2008 Yamaha TZR50 has a Torque of 2.9 Nm (0.3 kgf-m or 2.1 ft.lbs).
How much does the Yamaha TZR50 weigh?
The 2008 Yamaha TZR50 has a Dry weight of 114.0 kg (251.3 pounds).
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