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Aprilia RC50 Special

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Make Model

Aprilia RC50 Special

Year

1980

Engine

Single cylinder, 2 stroke, Minarelli

Capacity

49.5 cc / 3.0 cu in

Bore x Stroke

38.8 x 42 mm

Cooling System

Air cooled

Compression Ratio

13.5:1

Exhaust

Single, under seat

Induction

Dell'Orto SHA 14-12 carburetor

Ignition 

Electronic, Dansi

Starting

Kick

Clutch

Multi disc in oil bath

Transmission 

6 Speed

Final Drive

Chain

Frame

Single cradle split in closed tubes

Front Suspension

Down fork, Ø32 mm

Rear Suspension

Swingarm with two shocks, Marzocci, adjustable

Front Brakes

Gimeca drum, Ø125 mm

Rear Brakes

Gimeca drum, Ø125 mm

Wheels

Steel, spoked

Front Rim

2.50 - 21

Rear Rim

3.50 - 18

Dimensions

Length: 1990 mm / 78.3 in

Width:    850 mm / 33.5 in

Height:  1130 mm / 44.5 in

Wheelbase

1320 mm / 52.0 in

Ground Clearance

340 mm / 13.4 in

Seat Height

880 mm / 34.6

Footpeg Height

390 mm / 15.4 in

Dry Weight

75 kg / 165 lbs

Fuel Capacity 

7.5 L / 2.0 US gal

Reserve

1.0 L / 0.3 US gal

Top Speed

40 km/h / 24.9 mph

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