Editing Suzuki Katana AY50

: ''This article is about the scooter, for the 1980s motorcycle, see [[Suzuki Katana]]''

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| colspan="2" style="text-align:center;" | [[Image:2001 Suzuki Katana AY50 front.jpg|300px|2001 Suzuki Katana AY50]]<br>''2001-model Suzuki Katana AY50''
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! Manufacturer:
| [[Suzuki]], Japan
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! Produced:
| 1997-present
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! Type:
| [[Scooter (motorcycle)|Motor scooter]]
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The '''Suzuki Katana AY50''' is a 50 [[Cubic metre|cm<sup>3</sup>]] [[Scooter (motorcycle)|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 [[Suzuki Katana|same 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|Suzuki motorcycle naming conventions]].

== Design ==

Some of the parts used on the Katana are clearly inspired by [[racing]], like the carbon-look [[Magneti-Marelli]] instruments and the [[Showa Corporation|Showa]] upside-down front suspension. A [[Motorcycle helmet|helmet]] can be stored in a space below the seat.

== Specifications ==

The powerplant of the Katana is a [[Two-stroke cycle|two-stroke]] engine with a [[Engine displacement|displacement]] of 49 cubic centimetres producing 2.43 kW. Being just below 50 cm<sup>3</sup>, it is regarded as a [[moped]] in most countries. In addition to the [[Engine cooling|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 [[Suzuki Zillion UX50|Zillion UX50]].

As with most popular scooters and mopeds, many [[Aftermarket (automotive)|aftermarket]] modifications and replacement parts to increase acceleration and top speed exist. However, [[engine tuning|tuning]] of 50 cm<sup>3</sup> vehicles is illegal in most countries.

=== Katana AY50 (air-cooled) ===

* '''Capacity:''' 2; rider and passenger
* '''Dimensions:''' 650 &times; 1890 mm
* '''Wheelbase:''' 1260 mm
* '''Weight:''' 200.62 lb(91 kg)
* '''Seat height:''' 790 mm

* '''Displacement:''' 49 cm<sup>3</sup>
* '''Power:''' 3.25 hp(2.43 kW) @ 9000 rpm
* '''Power-to-weight ratio:''' 0.027 kW/kg
* '''Torque:''' 3.2 N&middot;m @ 5.500 rpm
* '''Transmission:''' [[Continuously variable transmission|Continuously variable]]
* '''Noise:''' 84 dB @ 4500 rpm
* '''Starter:''' [[Kick start|Kick]] and [[Automobile self starter#Electric starter|electric]]
* '''Fuel:''' Unleaded [[petrol]], 6 litre capacity

* '''Front tire:''' 120/70-12
* '''Rear tire:''' 130/70-12
* '''Rim dimension:''' 3.5"
* '''Front brakes:''' [[Disc brake|Disc]]
* '''Rear brakes:''' [[Drum brake|Drum]]
* '''Front suspension:''' Inverted [[Showa Corporation|Showa]] forks
* '''Rear suspension:''' ?

== External links ==



[[Category:Suzuki motorcycles|Katana AY50]]
[[Category:Motor scooters|Katana AY50]]