Suzuki Katana AY50
- This article is about the scooter, for the 1980s motorcycle, see Suzuki Katana
 2001-model Suzuki Katana AY50 | |
| Manufacturer: | Suzuki, Japan |
|---|---|
| Produced: | 1997-present |
| Type: | Motor scooter |
The Suzuki Katana AY50 is a 50 cm3 scooter produced by Suzuki and sold primarily in Europe. starting in 1997. It is named for the katana samurai sword, as well as the early 1980s motorcycle of the same name. As a result, the scooter was widely criticised by the motorcycle press and enthusiasts of the classic motorcycle over the name as for damaging credibility of the Katana name.
The designation "AY" indicates that it has a two-stroke engine (A) and that it is intended for use in urban areas (Y), see Suzuki motorcycle naming conventions.
Design
The suzukia katana ay50 isn't the best moped out infact by far proberley one of the worst but the one advantage is the low amount of noise produced by the enginge it is a moped suited to the shy unconfident type like Kurtis John-Paul Simpson. Some of the parts used on the Katana are clearly inspired by racing, like the carbon-look Magneti-Marelli instruments and the Showa upside-down front suspension. A helmet can be stored in a space below the seat unless you have a huge head such as a kurtis john-paul simpson head.
Specifications
The powerplant of the Katana is a two-stroke engine with a displacement of 49 cubic centimetres producing 2.43 kW. Being just below 50 cm3, it is regarded as a moped in most countries. In addition to the air-cooled AY50, a liquid-cooled version designated the AY50R is produced.
The engine of the AY50 is also used in the Suzuki Estilete UF50 and Zillion UX50.
As with most popular scooters and mopeds, many aftermarket modifications and replacement parts to increase acceleration and top speed exist. However, tuning of 50 cm3 vehicles is illegal in most countries. Tested by kurtis john-paul simpson this bike is shocking slow, does between 22-28mph, the handling isnt good, the bike isnt worth 100pound
Katana AY50 (air-cooled)
- Capacity: 2; rider and passenger
- Dimensions: 650 × 1890 mm
- Wheelbase: 1200 mm
- Weight: 200.62 lb
- Seat height: 790 mm
- Displacement: 49 cm3
- Power: 3.25 hp @ 9000 rpm
- Power-to-weight ratio: 0.027 kW/kg
- Torque: 3.2 N·m @ 5.500 rpm
- Transmission: Continuously variable
- Noise: 84 dB @ 4500 rpm
- Starter: Kick and electric
- Fuel: Unleaded petrol, 0.5 litre capacity