Suzuki DR-Z50
2008—

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2008 Suzuki year code: K8

An easy and fun choice for children to learn the fundamentals of riding. The compact 49cc SOHC single-cylinder engine is tuned to produce responsive, easy-to-control low rpm power.  The three-speed transmission has an automatic clutch for easy operation and a neutral-only starting system to prevent starting in gear. The adjustable throttle limiter allows supervising adult to adjust throttle opening to suit the rider's ability. The measurements, the 90mm drum brakes and the bodywork, seat and fuel tank are similar to the DR-Z70 with a 67cc engine. Throttle limiter has a throttle limiter parents can set for inexperienced kids and control their progress. The Suzuki DR-Z50 was presented in Japan in April 23, 2008. Color: Champion Yellow

2008 Suzuki DR-Z 50 Overall Length: 1 320 mm (52.0 in) Overall Width: 580 mm (22.8 in) Overall Height: 790 mm (31.1 in) Seat Height: 560 mm (22.0 in) Wheelbase: 935 mm (36.8 in) Ground Clearance: 135 mm (5.3 in) Dry Weight: 54 kg (119 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 49 cc single cylinder 2-valve SOHC. 3.35 hp (3.4 ps) @ 9 500 rpm, 3.4 Nm (0.35 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm

2008 Suzuki DR-Z 50 Overall Length: 1 320 mm (52.0 in) Overall Width: 580 mm (22.8 in) Overall Height: 790 mm (31.1 in) Seat Height: 560 mm (22.0 in) Wheelbase: 935 mm (36.8 in) Ground Clearance: 135 mm (5.3 in) Dry Weight: 54 kg (119 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 49 cc single cylinder 2-valve SOHC. 3.35 hp (3.4 ps) @ 9 500 rpm, 3.4 Nm (0.35 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm

2008 Suzuki DR-Z50 specifications Model: JA42A Engine: 4-stroke, 1-cylinder, air-cooled, SOHC Bore x stroke: 39.0 mm x 41.8 mm Engine displacement: 49 cm3 (cc) Compression ratio: 9.5:1 Carburetor: Mikuni VM13 Ignition: CDI Transmission: 3-speed constant mesh Front suspension: Telescopic, coil spring Camber/ caster: 25° 30’ / 35.5 mm Steering angle (left to rifght): 45° Rear suspension: Swingarm type, coil spring, oil damped Brakes: Drum, front and rear Front tyre: 2.50-10 33J, tube type Rear tyre: 2.50-10 33J, tube type Fuel tank capacity: 3.0 L (0.8 US gal.) Overall length: 1 320 mm (52.0 in.) Overall width: 580 mm (22.8 in.) Overall height: 790 mm (31.1 in.) Wheelbase: 935 mm (36.8 in.) Ground clearance: 135 mm (5.3 in.) Seat height: 560 mm (22.0 in.) Dry weight: 54 kg (119 lbs.) The Suzuki DR-Z50 may be used by those aged 7 and older. Never exceed the load capacity of 40 kg (88 lbs.)

2016 Suzuki year code: L6

2016 Suzuki DR-Z 50 Overall Length: 1 320 mm (52.0 in) Overall Width: 580 mm (22.8 in) Overall Height: 790 mm (31.1 in) Seat Height: 560 mm (22.0 in) Wheelbase: 935 mm (36.8 in) Ground Clearance: 135 mm (5.3 in) Curb Weight: 54 kg (119 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 49 cc single cylinder 2-valve SOHC. 3.9 hp (2.9 kW) @ 9 500 rpm, 3.4 Nm (0.35 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm Click on the image for larger format.

2016 Suzuki DR-Z 50 Overall Length: 1 320 mm (52.0 in) Overall Width: 580 mm (22.8 in) Overall Height: 790 mm (31.1 in) Seat Height: 560 mm (22.0 in) Wheelbase: 935 mm (36.8 in) Ground Clearance: 135 mm (5.3 in) Curb Weight: 54 kg (119 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 49 cc single cylinder 2-valve SOHC. 3.9 hp (2.9 kW) @ 9 500 rpm, 3.4 Nm (0.35 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm Click on the image for larger format.

2016 Suzuki DR-Z50 specifications Engine and transmission Displacement: 49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches) Engine: Single cylinder, four-stroke Power: 3.9 HP (2.9 kW) @ 9 500 RPM Torque: 3.4 Nm (0.3 kgf-m or 2.5 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM Compression: 9.7:1 Bore x stroke: 39.0 x 41.8 mm (1.5 x 1.6 inches) Fuel system: Carburettor. Mikuni VM13 Fuel control: Overhead Cams (OHC) Ignition: CDI Lubrication system: Wet sump Cooling system: Air Gearbox: 3-speed Transmission type, final drive: Chain Clutch: Automatic centrifugal Driveline: Constant mesh bottom neutral three-stage return Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels Frame type: Backbone, steel Rake (fork angle): 25.5° Trail: 36 mm (1.4 inches) Front suspension: Inverted telescopic, coil spring Rear suspension: Swingarm type, coil spring, oil damped Front tyre: 2.50-10 Rear tyre: 2.50-10 Front brakes: Expanding brake (drum brake) Rear brakes: Expanding brake (drum brake) Physical measures and capacities Weight incl. oil, gas, etc: 54.0 kg (119.0 pounds) Seat height: 560 mm (22.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. Overall height: 790 mm (31.1 inches) Overall length: 1320 mm (52.0 inches) Overall width: 580 mm (22.8 inches) Ground clearance: 135 mm (5.3 inches) Wheelbase: 935 mm (36.8 inches) Fuel capacity: 3.00 litres (0.79 gallons) Oil capacity: 0.60 litres (0.04 quarts) Other specifications Color options: Champion yellow/black/red Starter: Electric & kick

2019 Suzuki year code: L9

2019 Suzuki DR-Z 50 Overall Length: 1 320 mm (52.0 in) Overall Width: 580 mm (22.8 in) Overall Height: 790 mm (31.1 in) Seat Height: 560 mm (22.0 in) Wheelbase: 935 mm (36.8 in) Ground Clearance: 135 mm (5.3 in) Curb Weight: 54 kg (119 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 49 cc single cylinder 2-valve SOHC. 3.9 hp (2.9 kW) @ 9 500 rpm, 3.4 Nm (0.35 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm Here's even larger picture. .

2019 Suzuki DR-Z 50 Overall Length: 1 320 mm (52.0 in) Overall Width: 580 mm (22.8 in) Overall Height: 790 mm (31.1 in) Seat Height: 560 mm (22.0 in) Wheelbase: 935 mm (36.8 in) Ground Clearance: 135 mm (5.3 in) Curb Weight: 54 kg (119 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 49 cc single cylinder 2-valve SOHC. 3.9 hp (2.9 kW) @ 9 500 rpm, 3.4 Nm (0.35 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm Click on the image for larger format.

2020 Suzuki year code: M0

2020 Suzuki DR-Z 50 Overall Length: 1 320 mm (52.0 in) Overall Width: 580 mm (22.8 in) Overall Height: 790 mm (31.1 in) Seat Height: 560 mm (22.0 in) Wheelbase: 935 mm (36.8 in) Ground Clearance: 135 mm (5.3 in) Curb Weight: 54 kg (119 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 49 cc single cylinder 2-valve SOHC. 3.9 hp (2.9 kW) @ 9 500 rpm, 3.4 Nm (0.35 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm Here's even larger picture.

2020 Suzuki DR-Z 50 Overall Length: 1 320 mm (52.0 in) Overall Width: 580 mm (22.8 in) Overall Height: 790 mm (31.1 in) Seat Height: 560 mm (22.0 in) Wheelbase: 935 mm (36.8 in) Ground Clearance: 135 mm (5.3 in) Curb Weight: 54 kg (119 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 49 cc single cylinder 2-valve SOHC. 3.9 hp (2.9 kW) @ 9 500 rpm, 3.4 Nm (0.35 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm Click on the image for larger format.

2021 Suzuki year code: M1

New graphics. The only color available: Champion Yellow No. 2 (YU1)

2021 Suzuki DR-Z 50 Overall Length: 1 320 mm (52.0 in) Overall Width: 580 mm (22.8 in) Overall Height: 790 mm (31.1 in) Seat Height: 560 mm (22.0 in) Wheelbase: 935 mm (36.8 in) Ground Clearance: 135 mm (5.3 in) Curb Weight: 54 kg (119 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 49 cc single cylinder 2-valve SOHC. 3.9 hp (2.9 kW) @ 9 500 rpm, 3.4 Nm (0.35 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm Here's even larger picture.

2021 Suzuki DR-Z 50 Overall Length: 1 320 mm (52.0 in) Overall Width: 580 mm (22.8 in) Overall Height: 790 mm (31.1 in) Seat Height: 560 mm (22.0 in) Wheelbase: 935 mm (36.8 in) Ground Clearance: 135 mm (5.3 in) Curb Weight: 54 kg (119 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 49 cc single cylinder 2-valve SOHC. 3.9 hp (2.9 kW) @ 9 500 rpm, 3.4 Nm (0.35 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm Here's even larger picture.

2022 Suzuki year code: M2

Unchanged model. The only color available: Champion Yellow No. 2 (YU1)

2022 Suzuki DR-Z 50 Overall Length: 1 320 mm (52.0 in) Overall Width: 580 mm (22.8 in) Overall Height: 790 mm (31.1 in) Seat Height: 560 mm (22.0 in) Wheelbase: 935 mm (36.8 in) Ground Clearance: 135 mm (5.3 in) Curb Weight: 54 kg (119 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 49 cc single cylinder 2-valve SOHC. 3.9 hp (2.9 kW) @ 9 500 rpm, 3.4 Nm (0.35 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm Here's even larger picture.

2022 Suzuki DR-Z 50 Overall Length: 1 320 mm (52.0 in) Overall Width: 580 mm (22.8 in) Overall Height: 790 mm (31.1 in) Seat Height: 560 mm (22.0 in) Wheelbase: 935 mm (36.8 in) Ground Clearance: 135 mm (5.3 in) Curb Weight: 54 kg (119 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 49 cc single cylinder 2-valve SOHC. 3.9 hp (2.9 kW) @ 9 500 rpm, 3.4 Nm (0.35 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm Here's even larger picture.

2023 Suzuki year code: M3

Unchanged model. The only color available: Champion Yellow No. 2 (YU1)

2023 Suzuki DR-Z 50 Overall Length: 1 320 mm (52.0 in) Overall Width: 580 mm (22.8 in) Overall Height: 790 mm (31.1 in) Seat Height: 560 mm (22.0 in) Wheelbase: 935 mm (36.8 in) Ground Clearance: 135 mm (5.3 in) Curb Weight: 54 kg (119 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 49 cc single cylinder 2-valve SOHC. 3.9 hp (2.9 kW) @ 9 500 rpm, 3.4 Nm (0.35 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm Here's even larger picture.

2023 Suzuki DR-Z 50 Overall Length: 1 320 mm (52.0 in) Overall Width: 580 mm (22.8 in) Overall Height: 790 mm (31.1 in) Seat Height: 560 mm (22.0 in) Wheelbase: 935 mm (36.8 in) Ground Clearance: 135 mm (5.3 in) Curb Weight: 54 kg (119 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 49 cc single cylinder 2-valve SOHC. 3.9 hp (2.9 kW) @ 9 500 rpm, 3.4 Nm (0.35 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm Here's even larger picture.

2024 Suzuki year code: M4

Unchanged model. The only color available: Champion Yellow No. 2 (YU1)

2024 Suzuki DR-Z 50 Overall Length: 1 320 mm (52.0 in) Overall Width: 580 mm (22.8 in) Overall Height: 790 mm (31.1 in) Seat Height: 560 mm (22.0 in) Wheelbase: 935 mm (36.8 in) Ground Clearance: 135 mm (5.3 in) Curb Weight: 54 kg (119 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 49 cc single cylinder 2-valve SOHC. 3.9 hp (2.9 kW) @ 9 500 rpm, 3.4 Nm (0.35 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm Here's even larger picture.

2024 Suzuki DR-Z 50 Overall Length: 1 320 mm (52.0 in) Overall Width: 580 mm (22.8 in) Overall Height: 790 mm (31.1 in) Seat Height: 560 mm (22.0 in) Wheelbase: 935 mm (36.8 in) Ground Clearance: 135 mm (5.3 in) Curb Weight: 54 kg (119 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 49 cc single cylinder 2-valve SOHC. 3.9 hp (2.9 kW) @ 9 500 rpm, 3.4 Nm (0.35 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm Here's even larger picture.

2025 Suzuki year code: M5

Unchanged model. The only color available: Champion Yellow No. 2 (YU1)

2025 Suzuki DR-Z 50 Overall Length: 1 320 mm (52.0 in) Overall Width: 580 mm (22.8 in) Overall Height: 790 mm (31.1 in) Seat Height: 560 mm (22.0 in) Wheelbase: 935 mm (36.8 in) Ground Clearance: 135 mm (5.3 in) Curb Weight: 54 kg (119 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 49 cc single cylinder 2-valve SOHC. 3.9 hp (2.9 kW) @ 9 500 rpm, 3.4 Nm (0.35 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm Here's even larger picture.

2025 Suzuki DR-Z 50 Overall Length: 1 320 mm (52.0 in) Overall Width: 580 mm (22.8 in) Overall Height: 790 mm (31.1 in) Seat Height: 560 mm (22.0 in) Wheelbase: 935 mm (36.8 in) Ground Clearance: 135 mm (5.3 in) Curb Weight: 54 kg (119 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 49 cc single cylinder 2-valve SOHC. 3.9 hp (2.9 kW) @ 9 500 rpm, 3.4 Nm (0.35 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm Here's even larger picture.

2026 Suzuki year code: M6

Unchanged model. The only color available: Champion Yellow No. 2 (YU1)

2026 Suzuki DR-Z 50 Overall Length: 1 320 mm (52.0 in) Overall Width: 580 mm (22.8 in) Overall Height: 790 mm (31.1 in) Seat Height: 560 mm (22.0 in) Wheelbase: 935 mm (36.8 in) Ground Clearance: 135 mm (5.3 in) Curb Weight: 54 kg (119 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 49 cc single cylinder 2-valve SOHC. 3.9 hp (2.9 kW) @ 9 500 rpm, 3.4 Nm (0.35 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm Here's even larger picture.

2026 Suzuki DR-Z 50 Overall Length: 1 320 mm (52.0 in) Overall Width: 580 mm (22.8 in) Overall Height: 790 mm (31.1 in) Seat Height: 560 mm (22.0 in) Wheelbase: 935 mm (36.8 in) Ground Clearance: 135 mm (5.3 in) Curb Weight: 54 kg (119 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 49 cc single cylinder 2-valve SOHC. 3.9 hp (2.9 kW) @ 9 500 rpm, 3.4 Nm (0.35 kg-m) @ 7 000 rpm Here's even larger picture.

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