Honda Gorilla 50 - 2002 Specifications and Reviews
The 2002 Honda Gorilla 50 is a lightweight naked bike designed for urban commuting and novice riders seeking an economical, easy-to-handle machine. Its compact 49cc single-cylinder engine delivers modest power with excellent fuel efficiency, while the featherweight 62kg frame makes it ideal for city navigation and parking-constrained environments. Known for Honda's legendary reliability and low maintenance costs, this model suits budget-conscious riders prioritizing practicality over performance.
2002
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Gearbox | 4-speed |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Fuel control | OHC |
| Fuel system | Carburettor |
| Bore x stroke | 39.0 x 41.4 mm (1.5 x 1.6 inches) |
| Compression | 10.0:1 |
| Torque | 3.10 |
| Power | 3.10 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | Single cylinder |
| Capacity: | 49.00 ccm (2.99 cubic inches) |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 895 mm (35.2 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Overall width | 625 mm (24.6 inches) |
| Overall length | 1,365 mm (53.7 inches) |
| Overall height | 880 mm (34.6 inches) |
| Seat height | 660 mm (26.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Dry weight | 62.0 kg (136.7 pounds) |
Honda Gorilla 50 dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake |
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Speed and acceleration | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0500 HP/kg |
| Category | Naked bike |
| Year | 2002 |
| Model | Honda Gorilla 50 |
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Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Fuel capacity | 9.00 litres (2.38 gallons) |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
3.1 hp
Peak Power
Best For
Track5%
City60%
Cornering30%
Daily Riding30%
Touring5%
Passenger5%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This is a fun, low-stakes minibike best suited to beginners, kids supervised by adults, or experienced riders just looking for a playful runabout. |
| Purpose | Designed as a compact, monkey-bike style novelty machine for short joyrides, garage fun, and low-speed puttering rather than any serious transportation. |
| Rider Fit | Its tiny 660mm seat height and 62kg dry weight make it extremely easy and unintimidating for riders of almost any size or strength to handle. |
| Character | It has a cheeky, minimalist, go-kart-like charm with a tiny single-cylinder engine that rewards playfulness over performance. |
| Not Ideal For | This is not the bike for anyone needing real speed, highway capability, long-distance comfort, or a passenger-friendly ride. |
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