Sportbikes
2012Yamaha TZR50
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The 2012 Yamaha TZR50 is a liquid-cooled sport bike designed for young riders and beginners seeking an accessible entry into sportbike riding. Its lightweight 49cc two-stroke engine delivers nimble handling and responsive performance ideal for urban commuting and learning fundamental riding skills. The TZR50 is best known for combining sports styling with practical reliability and fuel efficiency.
- Capacity
- 49.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 112.5 kg
- Seat height
- 815 mm
- Power
- 2.7 HP (2.0 kW) @ 6250 RPM
What’s new for the 2012 Yamaha TZR50
vs the 2011| Spec | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 1.7 HP (1.3 kW) @ 6250 RPM | 2.7 HP (2.0 kW) @ 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 2.6 Nm (0.3 kgf-m or 1.9 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM | 3.0 Nm (0.3 kgf-m or 2.2 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM |
| Fuel capacity | 13.80 litres (3.65 US gallons) | 14.00 litres (3.70 US gallons) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as an entry-level sporty commuter, mimicking full-size sportbike styling while offering minimal, city-friendly performance.
- Built for
- It has sharp, toy-like sportbike looks with a two-stroke buzz and eagerness to be revved, but performance is modest by nature of its tiny engine.
- Not ideal for
- This is not for riders wanting real highway speed, long-distance touring comfort, passenger carrying, or any 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?
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- Capacity
- 49.0 ccm
- Power
- 2.7 HP (2.0 kW) @ 6250 RPM
- Torque
- 3.0 Nm (0.3 kgf-m) @ 5500 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, two-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0240 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
- Separate lubrication
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-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
- 112.5 kg
- Wet weight
- 128.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 14.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 151 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Swingarm
- 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-H17
- Rear tyre
- 130/70-H17
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2003 | 2006 | 2010 | 2012 | 2013 | 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 50 cc | 50 cc | 50 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc |
| Dry weight | 113 kg | 113 kg | 114 kg | 113 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 | 14 L | 14 L | 14 L | 14 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 Yamaha TZR50?
The 2012 Yamaha TZR50 has a Capacity of 49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha TZR50 have?
The 2012 Yamaha TZR50 has a Power of 2.7 HP (2.0 kW) @ 6250 RPM.
How many gears does the Yamaha TZR50 have?
The 2012 Yamaha TZR50 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Yamaha TZR50?
The 2012 Yamaha TZR50 has a Torque of 3.0 Nm (0.3 kgf-m or 2.2 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM.
How much does the Yamaha TZR50 weigh?
The 2012 Yamaha TZR50 has a Dry weight of 112.5 kg (248.0 pounds).
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