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.

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Engine and Transmission Specifications

Emission detailsMeets current CARB and EPA standards.
Driveline#420 chain; 14T/37T
ClutchAutomatic
Transmission type,final driveChain
Gearbox3-speed
Cooling systemAir
IgnitionCD
Fuel controlSOHC
Fuel systemCarburettor. 13mm piston-valve carburator
Bore x stroke39.0 x 41.4 mm (1.5 x 1.6 inches)
Compression10.0:1
Engine typeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Capacity:49.00 ccm (2.99 cubic inches)

CategoryEnduro / offroad
Year2012
ModelHonda CRF50F
 
 

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels

WheelsWire spoke
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear tyre dimensions2.50-10
Front tyre dimensions2.50-10
Rear suspension travel70 mm (2.8 inches)
Rear suspensionMonoshock with cantilever-type swingarm
Front suspension travel90 mm (3.5 inches)
Front suspension21.7mm inverted telescopic fork
Rake (fork angle)25.0°
 
 

Physical measures and capacities

Reserve fuel capacity0.80 litres (0.21 gallons)
Fuel capacity3.00 litres (0.79 gallons)
Wheelbase914 mm (36.0 inches)
Ground clearance147 mm (5.8 inches)
Seat height549 mm (21.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Dry weight47.0 kg (103.6 pounds)

Other specs

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Color optionsRed/white
StarterKick

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

Best For

Track5%
City5%
Cornering15%
Daily Riding5%
Touring2%
Passenger0%

Rider Profile

Best ForThis is a starter minibike built for young children just learning to ride, not for any rider with prior road experience.
PurposeIts 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 FitThe extremely low 21.6-inch seat height and 111 lb wet weight make it sized exclusively for small children, not teens or adults.
CharacterIt'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 ForThis is not for anyone seeking real speed, distance capability, or a bike that fits an adult-sized rider.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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2012 Honda CRF50F Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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Feet:

At 549mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2012 Honda CRF50F, with a cramped knee angle of around 45 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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