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My 2009 sr50 r factory

This sport scooter will out perform all of its competitors. It has quick acceleration, handles like a sport bike, and is great for around town traffic. Guaranteed to turn heads everywhere you go. This scooter is the best of the best.
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Think twice before you spend 3000+

I bought this scooter in May of 2009. The scoot has the look, and many amenities, but you should be weary when purchasing. Since my purchase I've rode the scooter a total of 6 times. Other than that, it's been at the dealership for what can be described as a "sputtering problem" that keeps... the scooter from smoothly accelerating from a stop. It just dies out off the line. Also, the scooter has needed a new fuel pump, and currently keeps fowling spark plugs. If you research known issues with this scooter on any of the popular forums, you'll find many people with the same issue, and here's the kicker: the repairs that tend to fix the issue aren't covered by the manufacturers warranty. So I would only buy from a reliable Aprilia dealership that has experience with the model. Other than that, I can't say this scooter is particularly great. The seat height is outrageous, the under-seat storage is small, the plastic panels are sensitive to sunlight, and they have are notorious for having bad fuel pumps. In the best of my 6 rides, this scooter was hardly the "racing machine" it's made out to be. Just about the only note worthy aspect of this scooter is its handling - which is fair at best. You may be swayed by top speeds of 45-50 mph on a 50cc scooter, but that is only on flat ground in the best of conditions. If you want power go 150cc. Furthermore, $3559 is a large sum of money to risk on a plastic, unreliable scooter. Good luck, explore your options. Read Full Review

2009 Aprilia SR50

Great buy, this scooter has all the power you need for around town. It is quick, responsive, and a blast to ride.
I have not seen any problems with it so far. Very happy with this model. Read Full Review

no one tell me that problem..

i bought my scooter 2month ago. drive about 420mile and engine was stop on the middle of street. i brought to dealershop and mechanic told me "need to change fuel pump" and there is two more sr50r factory waiting for new fuel pump... also mechanic told me "when you get new fuel pump, ...may be it happen again because it's all same design"
he ordered new pump from aprilia company and it take about 5 to 7days
one good news is it cover by warranty
i thought it is best 50cc scooter
if you read "Think twice before you spend 3000+ By T. R. (Owner), Jul. 22, 2009" article... i think it is same problem...

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Fun little sporty machine!

I traded a 2003 R6 sportbike(21,700 miles) for my 2009 SR 50r staight up. It came with a Leo vince exaust and clutch kit. It will reach 70km,(Dont know what that is in mph) so far, but I am not at full throttle for I am still in the break-in period. This thing corners very well and pick-up is descen...t for a 50cc scooter.Breaks give good feed back. The seat is comfy but could be alittle better.Ergos are nice. Storage is great for a sport scooter. Eventually I may want more power because it does slow a bit on hilly ground,but for scootin around town, it is fun,reliable and economical transportation.I am 5'9 and 190 lbs Read Full Review