Suzuki A50 (1979)

The Suzuki A50 motorcycle produced in 1979 features a two-stroke, piston valve, single-cylinder engine with a capacity of 49cc or 3.0 cubic inches. The cooling system is air-cooled with a bore x stroke of 41 x 37.8mm. The bike has a separate oil injection lubrication system and utilizes a Mikuni VM10sc induction method. Starting is done via kick while the clutch is wet and multiplate. The motorcycle features a 4-speed, constant mesh transmission and a chain final drive. Its frame is made of pressed steel and has a telescopic fork, oil-damped front suspension, and a swingarm, oil-damped rear suspension. The front brakes are a drum of 110mm or 4.3 inches while the rear brakes are internal expanding drum of the same size. The front tire measures at 2.25-17 while the rear is 2.50-17. Fuel capacity is stated at 7.5L or 2.0 US gallons with a fuel reserve of 2L or 0.5 US gallons. Overall, the Suzuki A50 is a solid, entry-level motorcycle great for those seeking a lightweight and straightforward riding experience.

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Technical specifications:

Make Model: Suzuki A 50 P/D

Year: 1979

Engine: Two stroke, piston valve, single cylinder

Capacity: 49 cc / 3.0 cu in

Cooling System: Air cooled

Bore x Stroke: 41 x 37.8 mm

Lubrication System: Separate oil injection

Induction: Mikuni VM10sc

Starting: Kick

Clutch: Wet, multiplate

Transmission: 4-Speed, constant mesh

Final Drive: Chain

Frame: Pressed steel

Front Suspension: Telescopic fork, oil damped (PD: rubber muffler covering forks)

Rear Suspension: Swingarm, oil damped (PD: shocks/springs)

Front Brakes: Drum, 110 mm / 4.3″ (PD: Single 220 mm / 7.7″ disc)

Rear Brakes: Internal expanding drum, 110 mm / 4.3″

Front Tyre: 2.25-17

Rear Tyre: 2.50-17

Fuel Capacity: 7.5 L / 2.0 US gal

Fuel Reserve: 2 L / 0.5 US gal