Sachs 49er 12 vs Kymco People (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Sachs 49er 12stacks up against the Kymco People. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSachs 49er 12Kymco People
Model year20082008
Price$999
Engine49 cc49 cc
Horsepower3 hp3 hp
Torque4 Nm
Weight79 kg96 kg
Seat height29 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity1.2 L1.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires90/90-12 / 90/90-12 80/80-16 / 100/80-16

Sachs 49er 12 vs Kymco People — which should you buy?

Picking between the Sachs 49er 12 and the Kymco People usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Sachs 49er 12 brings 3 hp in a 79 kg package, while the Kymco People counters with 3 hp at 96 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: