Honda CRF50F - 2012 Specifications and Reviews
The 2012 Honda CRF50F is a compact trail bike designed for young riders and beginners seeking their first off-road experience. With its lightweight 47 kg frame, low 549 mm seat height, and manageable 50cc engine, it excels at building confidence on dirt tracks and light trails. Known for Honda's legendary reliability and easy-to-use kick starter, the CRF50F remains an industry standard for introducing new generations to motorcycling.
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Emission details | Meets current CARB and EPA standards. |
| Driveline | #420 chain; 14T/37T |
| Clutch | Automatic |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 3-speed |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Ignition | CD |
| Fuel control | SOHC |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. 13mm piston-valve carburator |
| Bore x stroke | 39.0 x 41.4 mm (1.5 x 1.6 inches) |
| Compression | 10.0:1 |
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 49.00 ccm (2.99 cubic inches) |
| Category | Enduro / offroad |
| Year | 2012 |
| Model | Honda CRF50F |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Wire spoke |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 2.50-10 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 2.50-10 |
| Rear suspension travel | 70 mm (2.8 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Monoshock with cantilever-type swingarm |
| Front suspension travel | 90 mm (3.5 inches) |
| Front suspension | 21.7mm inverted telescopic fork |
| Rake (fork angle) | 25.0° |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 0.80 litres (0.21 gallons) |
| Fuel capacity | 3.00 litres (0.79 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 914 mm (36.0 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 147 mm (5.8 inches) |
| Seat height | 549 mm (21.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Dry weight | 47.0 kg (103.6 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Color options | Red/white |
| Starter | Kick |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
Best For
Track5%
City5%
Cornering15%
Daily Riding5%
Touring2%
Passenger0%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This is a starter minibike built for young children just learning to ride, not for any rider with prior road experience. |
| Purpose | Its purpose is supervised backyard and trail introduction to motorcycling, with an automatic clutch and tiny 49.5cc engine to keep speeds very low and safe. |
| Rider Fit | The extremely low 21.6-inch seat height and 111 lb wet weight make it sized exclusively for small children, not teens or adults. |
| Character | It's a friendly, forgiving little machine with a 3-speed automatic-clutch gearbox and drum brakes designed to build confidence rather than deliver performance. |
| Not Ideal For | This is not for anyone seeking real speed, distance capability, or a bike that fits an adult-sized rider. |
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