What category is the 2020 Kymco Super 8 50X?

General information
Year	2020

Engine and Transmission Specifications
Greenhouse gases	75.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Fuel consumption	3.27 litres/100 km (30.6 km/l or 71.93 mpg)
Driveline	CVT
Clutch	Wet, multiplate
Transmission type,final drive	Belt
Gearbox	Automatic
Cooling system	Air
Fuel control	Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Fuel system	Carburettor
Bore x Stroke	39.0 x 41.4 mm (1.5 x 1.6 inches)
Torque	4.07 Nm (0.4 kgf-m or 3.0 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM
Power	1.90 HP (1.4 kW) @ 7400 RPM
Engine type	Single cylinder, two-stroke

Category	Scooter
Model	Kymco Super 8 50X

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Seat	Pop Up Driver Backrest/Passenger Seat
Rear brakes	Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front brakes	Single disc
Rear tyre	130/70-12
Front tyre	120/70-12
Rear wheel travel	25 mm (1.0 inches)
Rear Suspension	Mono Shock
Front wheel travel	80 mm (3.1 inches)
Front Suspension	Telescopic forks
Frame type	Steel
Physical measures and capacities
Fuel capacity	4.92 litres (1.30 gallons)
Wheelbase	1,321 mm (52.0 inches)
Overall width	683 mm (26.9 inches)
Overall length	1,933 mm (76.1 inches)
Overall height	1,128 mm (44.4 inches)
Seat height	780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Power/weight ratio	0.0199 HP/kg
Dry weight	95.5 kg (210.5 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Factory warranty	2-Year Factory Warranty
Carrying capacity	Underseat Storage
Starter	Electric & kick
Color options	Black, yellow

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

Best For

Track5%

City88%

Cornering30%

Daily Riding80%

Touring15%

Passenger30%

Rider Profile

Best For	This scooter is ideal for beginners or commuters who want simple, low-stakes transportation without the complexity of a manual gearbox.
Purpose	It's built for short urban hops, errands, and daily commuting rather than any performance or distance riding.
Rider Fit	The low seat height and lightweight chassis make it very easy to handle for riders of almost any size or experience level.
Character	It's a practical, economical little runabout that prioritizes fuel efficiency and ease of use over excitement or speed.
Not Ideal For	This is not the machine for highway travel, long-distance touring, carrying a passenger comfortably, or anyone seeking real performance.

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

Rider Fit Visualizer

2020 Kymco Super 8 50X Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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At 780mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2020 Kymco Super 8 50X, with a moderate knee angle of around 100 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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