Nipponia Arion 50 - Specifications & Review

Arion 50

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Articleid317070
CategoryScooter
MakeNipponia
ModelArion 50
Year2012

Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels

FrametypeSteel
FrontbrakesSingle disc
FrontsuspensionTelescopic, hydraulic fork
Fronttyre90/90-10
RearbrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
RearsuspensionDouble hydraulic shock absorbers
Reartyre90/100-10

Engine & Transmission

Borexstroke39.0 x 41.4 mm (1.5 x 1.6 inches)
ClutchDry, automatically centrifugal type
Compression12.0:1
CoolingsystemAir
Displacement49.40 ccm (3.01 cubic inches)
DrivelineCVT
EmissiondetailsEuro 2
EnginedetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
FuelsystemCarburettor
GearboxAutomatic
IgnitionDC CDI
Power3.60 HP (2.6 kW)) @ 7000 RPM
Torque3.10 Nm (0.3 kgf-m or 2.3 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
TransmissiontypefinaldriveBelt

Other Specifications

CarryingcapacityTop box
ColoroptionsBlue, white
CommentsNipponia is a Greek brand sold in Greece, Japan, Brazil, Dominican Republic, Venezuela and China.
Electrical12 V
StarterElectric & kick

Physical Measures & Capacities

Dryweight81.0 kg (178.6 pounds)
Fuelcapacity5.00 litres (1.32 gallons)
Overallheight1,070 mm (42.1 inches)
Overalllength1,660 mm (65.4 inches)
Overallwidth660 mm (26.0 inches)
Powerweightratio0.0444 HP/kg
Seatheight770 mm (30.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Weightincloilgasetc86.0 kg (189.6 pounds)

About Nipponia

Country of Origin: Greece (brand/design) with Asian manufacturing
Founder: Sotiris Kolovos and partners (Nipponia S.A.)
Best Known For: EU-market scooters and small motorcycles blending European design and Asian value

Company History

Despite the Japanese-sounding name, Nipponia is a Greek-led brand that designs scooters and small motorcycles for European urban riders, then manufactures via Asian partners to meet price targets. The formula is familiar but well executed: EU-homologated electrics and emissions gear, practical storage, and corrosion-aware finishes, backed by regional distributors who stock spares. Styling cues lean clean and modern rather than retro pastiche; ergonomics suit short urban hops and delivery work. The brand has also engaged with electrification, offering simple, appliance-like e-scooters where incentives and infrastructure make sense. Historically, Nipponia reflects the modern mobility supply chain: design and compliance expertise anchored in Europe, cost-effective production abroad, and local aftersales that determines reputation. Done well, it yields scooters that simply work—quietly shrinking cities for students and workers who need reliable, low-cost transport.

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