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Suzuki Love (CL50) 1982—1984
Suzuki Love Three (CX50D) 1984—

I have tried to tell the model history of the Suzuki Love 50 cc scooter on this page as I know it. This page is still under construction. I would be grateful of any contributions — sales brochures, magazine ads, magazine articles, pictures, specs, facts, corrections etc. Please scan the material in JPEG format (large enough that all the details are visible) and send them to me. Please tell me the source and the publication date if possible. If you send me pictures of your own bike, please follow these instructions.

Suzuki 1982More Suzuki models from 1982
1982 Suzuki year code: Z

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The small 2-stroke scooter Suzuki Love, with model code CL50, was presented for the Japanese home market in February 1982 into the exploding scooter market following the Gemma. The following year it was introduced to Europe. The CL50 was aimed specifically at the female market. It was light, smaller than usual, had fully automatich transmission and maintenance-free Pointless Electric Ignition (PEI). In Japan, pop star Michael Jackson appeared in advertisimnets of the model.

In Japan, 4 different model versions were available; CL50 (standard model), CL50D ”Deluxe”, CL50DG ”Super Deluxe” and CL50HM”Hanae Mori Special model. They sharde the same mechanics, a 49cc 2-stroke air-cooled engine with 3.5 PS power output and 10-inch wheels with drum brakes. It had a kick starter and an electric starter.

The instrument panel was simple with speedometer and odometer without any additional indicators. Under the seat, instead of a trunk, there was a gas tank with a mechanical fuel level sensor, an oil tank and a battery. There were no niches for storage, not even for small items. Luggage could only be placed on the rear carrier or on the optional front carrier.

The model was produced until 1984, when it was replaced by the more powerful Love Three.

Type code: FA11A
Recommended spark plug: NGK BP4HA
Colors available: Red, Blue, White, Green
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'82 Suzuki Love (CL50)
1982 Suzuki Love, Red with black seat and gray floor mat

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Suzuki CL50 '82 CL-501982 Suzuki CL 50 Love
Overall Length: 1 560 mm (61.4 in)
Overall Width: 645 mm (25.4 in)
Overall Height: 975 mm (38.4 in)
Wheelbase: 1 120 mm (44.1 in)
Ground Clearance: 90 mm (3.54 in)
Dry Weight: 55 kg (121 lbs)
Engine: Air-cooled 49 cc 1-cylinder 2-stroke. V-belt automatic transmission. 3.5 hp (2.7 kW) @ 5 500 rpm, 4.9 Nm (0.50 kg-m) @ 4 500 rpm
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'82 Suzuki Love CL501982 Suzuki CL 50 Love
Overall Length: 1 560 mm (61.4 in)
Overall Width: 645 mm (25.4 in)
Overall Height: 975 mm (38.4 in)
Wheelbase: 1 120 mm (44.1 in)
Ground Clearance: 90 mm (3.54 in)
Dry Weight: 55 kg (121 lbs)
Engine: Air-cooled 49 cc 1-cylinder 2-stroke. V-belt automatic transmission. 3.5 hp (2.7 kW) @ 5 500 rpm, 4.9 Nm (0.50 kg-m) @ 4 500 rpm
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'82 Suzuki Love (CL50)
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Michael Jackson promoted the Suzuki Love in Japan. Here's pictures with him and different colors of the '82 Suzuki CL50 scooter.

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1982–1984 Suzuki Love Three (CL50) specifications (Japan)

Model code: FA11A

Overall length: 1 580 mm (62.2 in)
Overall width: 645 mm (25.4 in)
Overall height: 1 020 mm (40.2 in)
Wheelbase: 1 120 mm (44.1 in)
Ground clearance: 90 mm (3.54 in)
Dry weight: 55 kg (121 lbs)

Engine model: A103
Engine type: Air-cooled 1-cylinder 2-stroke, crankcase reed valve
Cylinder volume: 49 cc (2.99 cu in)
Bore x stroke: 41.0 x 37.4 mm (1.614 x 1.472 in)
Compression ratio: 7.2
Ignition type: Suzuki CDI/PEI (pointless electronic ignition)
Starter system: Electric start and kick start
Carburetor: VM14SH


Maximum power output: 3.5 hp (2.7 kW) @ 5 500 rpm
Maximum torque: 4.9 Nm (0.50 kg-m) @ 4 500 rpm
Lubrication system: CCIS (separate lubrication)
Lubrication oil capacity: 0.8 l (0.21 US gal /0.18 Imp gal)
Fuel Tank Capacity: 3.0 l (0.79 US gal / 0.66 Imp. gal)
Fuel economy: 91.1 km/liter (30 km/h)

Clutch type: Dry automatic centrifugal shoe type
Transmission type: 2-speed automatic transmission
1st gear ratio: 1.000
2nd gear ratio: 0.645
Primary reduction ratio: 2.875
Secondary reduction ratio: 5.785

Frame type: Pipe underbone
Front Suspension: Oil-dampened coiled spring single-shock
trailing link suspension
Rear Suspension: Oil-dampened coiled spring single-shock swing arm
Caster: 26°00′
Trail: 59 mm (2.32 in)
Steering angle (left to right): 45°
Mimimum turning radius: 1.8 m (5.91 feet)
Front brake: Expanding drum brake
Rear brake: Expanding drum brake
Front Tyre: 2.75-10 2PR
Rear Tyre: 2.75-10 2PR

Retail price in Japan: 109,000 yen

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Suzuki 1983More Suzuki models from 1983
1983 Suzuki year code:
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Suzuki CL50 ”Love” was introduced to the UK in March 1983, but listed as ”Suzy MkII” and came in two formats; as kickstart only (D-model) with 6V electrics, and 12V electric start (DD-model), also with kickstart.

The Suzuki FZ50N model from 1978 seemed to have been called ‘Suzy’ in the UK, and after the CL50D & DD were introduced in March 1983, the FZ50N became formally re-designated as FZ50X ‘Suzy’ in August 1983, and continued as FZ50Z ’Suzy’ from 1984 until de-listed in March 1986.  Presumably that’s why the CL50 was called ‘Suzy MkII’.

In some countries (like Finland) the Love scooter was sold with a restricted engine, because of regulations of maximum power output. See even the Suzuki Love magazine article page.



CL50 Love (FA11A) specifications (Finland, restricted power output, 2-stroke)
Engine: Air-cooled single cylinder 2-stroke
Cylinder Volume: 49 cc
Bore x Stroke: 41.0 x 37.4 mm (1.614 x 1.472 in.)
Power output: 1.36 hp (1,04 kW)/ 4,500 rpm
Torque: 2,59 Nm/ 3,500 rpm
Overall Length: 1 600 mm (63.0 in.)
Wheelbase: 1 150 mm (45.3 in.)
Ground Clearance: 95 mm (3.7 in.)
Dry Weight: 55 kg (121 lbs)
Fuel tank capacity: 3.0 liter (0.8 US gal.)
Carburetor: Mikuni VM14SH
Lubrication system: Oil injection
Starting System: Kick start & electric starter
Generator type: A.C. generator
Battery: 12V 4Ah
Head light: 12V 15W
Tail/Brake light: 12V 5/21W
Ignition type: Pointless CDI
Clutch type: Wet centrifugal automatic
Transmission type: 2-speed automatic
Primary reduction: 2.857
Gear ratios: 18.70/12.07
Frame: Steel profile
Front suspension: Telescopic, coil spring, oil-damped
Stroke: 40 mm (1.57 in.)
Rear suspension: The engine cover as swingarm, single oil-damped
Travel: 60 mm (2.36 in.)
Wheels: 10-inch steel plate
Front tire size: 2.75-10 2PR
Rear tire size: 2.75-10 2PR
Front brake: Internal expanding, diameter 80 mm (3.15 in.)
Rear brake: Internal expanding, diameter 90 mm (3.54 in.)
Fuel consumption: 3.2 liter/ 100 km
Turning radius: 3.25 meter (10.7 ft.)
Retail price 1984 in Finland: 4,790 FIM


Suzuki 1984More Suzuki models from 1984
1984 Suzuki year code: E

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The CS50 was replaced by Love Three in August 1984, with a model code CX50D.

The Love Three was a model-changed version of the Love, which had been well-received as a light scooter. According to Suzuki, the name “Three” refers to the model’s main selling points of agility, speed, and beautiful styling.

The Love Three was designed with rideability in mind for both male and female riders. It came with features such as an electric starter, Suzuki’s start system, in which the engine cannot be started without pulling the left brake lever, and maintenance-free components throughout the bike.

The Suzuki Love Three had a low curb mass (dry weight: 48 kg) and a 50 cm³ air-cooled 2-stroke engine that generated maximum horsepower of 6 PS and was tuned to emphasize performance in the low- and mid-rpm ranges. According to Suzuki’s internal test result it had excellent fuel economy of 91.1 km/liter, riding steadily at 30 km per hour.

Type code: CA15A
Initial serial number: CA15A-100001
Recommended spark plug: NGK BPR6HS

In Japan, Suzuki Love Three was available in 4 colors: Blue, Black, Red and White.
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'84 Suzuki Love Three
1984 Suzuki Love Three, Black with Red seat and floor mat

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Suzuki CX50D CX-50D Love 3 LoveIII Love-3 scooter1984 Suzuki CX 50 D Love Three
Overall Length: 1 580 mm (62.2 in)
Overall Width: 645 mm (25.4 in)
Overall Height: 1 020 mm (40.2 in)
Wheelbase: 1 115 mm (43.9 in)
Dry Weight: 48 kg (106 lbs)
Engine: Air-cooled 49 cc 1-cylinder 2-stroke. V-belt automatic transmission.
6.0 hp (4.4 kW) @ 6 500 rpm, 6.8 Nm
(0.69 kg-m) @ 6 000 rpm
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'84 Suzuki Love Three1984 Suzuki CX 50 D Love Three
Overall Length: 1 580 mm (62.2 in)
Overall Width: 645 mm (25.4 in)
Overall Height: 1 020 mm (40.2 in)
Wheelbase: 1 115 mm (43.9 in)
Ground Clearance: 95 mm (3.74 in)
Dry Weight: 48 kg (106 lbs)
Engine: Air-cooled 49 cc 1-cylinder 2-stroke. V-belt automatic transmission.
6.0 hp (4.4 kW) @ 6 500 rpm, 6.8 Nm (0.69 kg-m) @ 6 000 rpm
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1984–1986 Suzuki Love Three (CX50D) specifications (Japan)

Model code: A-CA15A

Overall length: 1 580 mm (62.2 in)
Overall width: 645 mm (25.4 in)
Overall height: 1 020 mm (40.2 in)
Wheelbase: 1 115 mm (43.9 in)
Ground clearance: 95 mm (3.74 in)
Dry weight: 48 kg (106 lbs)

Engine model: A116
Engine type: Air-cooled 1-cylinder 2-stroke, rotary disc valve
Cylinder volume: 49 cc (2.99 cu in)
Bore x stroke: 41.0 x 37.4 mm (1.614 x 1.472 in)
Compression ratio: 7.8
Ignition type: Suzuki CDI/PEI (pointless electronic ignition)
Starter system: Electric start and kick start
Carburetor: VM14SH


Maximum power output: 6.0 hp (4.4 kW) @ 6 500 rpm
Maximum torque: 6.8 Nm (0.69 kg-m) @ 6 000 rpm
Lubrication system: CCIS (separate lubrication)
Lubrication oil capacity: 1.0 l (0.26 US gal /0.22 Imp gal)
Fuel Tank Capacity: 4.0 liter (1.06 US gal / 0.88 Imp. gal)
Fuel economy: 91.1 km/liter (30 km/h)

Clutch type: Dry automatic centrifugal shoe type
Transmission type: V-belt variable speed automatic transmission
CVT gear ratios: 2.559~0.853
Primary reduction ratio: 1.000
Secondary reduction ratios: 3.727 x 2.066 x 1.470
Final drive: 7.454

Frame type: Pipe underbone
Front Suspension: Oil-dampened coiled spring single-shock
trailing link suspension
Rear Suspension: Oil-dampened coiled spring single-shock swing arm
Caster: 25°06′
Trail: 66 mm (2.60 in)
Steering angle (left to right): 45°
Mimimum turning radius: 1.8 m (5.91 feet)
Front brake: Expanding drum brake
Rear brake: Expanding drum brake
Front Tyre: 2.75-10 2PR
Rear Tyre: 2.75-10 2PR

Retail price in Japan: 109,000 yen








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