Peugeot Speedfight 3 Darkside - 2012 Specifications and Reviews

The 2012 Peugeot Speedfight 3 Darkside is an agile 50cc scooter designed for urban commuters and style-conscious riders seeking nimble city mobility. Known for its sporty styling and responsive two-stroke engine, it delivers practical performance with liquid-cooled reliability and confident braking via its Shuricane disc system.

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Engine and Transmission Specifications

Exhaust systemSnakebite exhaust
Transmission type,final driveShaft drive (cardan)
GearboxAutomatic
Cooling systemLiquid
Fuel systemCarburettor
Engine typeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Capacity:49.10 ccm (3.00 cubic inches)

CategoryScooter
Year2012
ModelPeugeot Speedfight 3 Darkside
 
 

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels

WheelsAlluminium wheels
Rear brakes diameter110 mm (4.3 inches)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Front brakes diameter215 mm (8.5 inches)
Front brakesSingle disc. Shuricane front disc brake with radial dual piston
Rear tyre dimensions130/60-13
Front tyre dimensions120/60-13
Rear suspensionHydraulic shocks
Front suspensionHyrdaulic fork, 32mm
 
 

Physical measures and capacities

Fuel capacity8.00 litres (2.11 gallons)
Overall length1,895 mm (74.6 inches)
Seat height800 mm (31.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Dry weight100.0 kg (220.5 pounds)

Other specs

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Color optionsBlack
Factory warranty2 year Peugeot unlimited mileage parts and labour warranty and #65279;
Carrying capacityLarge underseat storage
LightDual headlights
InstrumentsDual digital analogue display
StarterElectric & kick

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

Best For

Track15%
City88%
Cornering55%
Daily Riding75%
Touring25%
Passenger30%

Rider Profile

Best ForThis 50cc automatic scooter is ideal for beginners and learner-permit riders with little to no prior experience.
PurposeIt's built for short urban hops, commuting, and running errands rather than performance riding.
Rider FitIts low seat height and light dry weight make it easy and unintimidating for smaller or less physically strong riders to manage.
CharacterIt has a sporty, aggressive scooter styling with disc brakes and alloy wheels that give it a bit more attitude than a typical commuter scooter.
Not Ideal ForIt's not suitable for highway travel, long-distance touring, carrying a passenger comfortably, or any off-road use.

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

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2012 Peugeot Speedfight 3 Darkside Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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Feet:

At 800mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2012 Peugeot Speedfight 3 Darkside, with a moderate knee angle of around 100 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Data quality: estimated (wheelbase estimated from this category's typical bike, not this model's own spec). 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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