Want a small-displacement scooter that’s big on fun and easy on fuel? You’d like to feel as confident when venturing slightly off the road as you do when zipping through city traffic? Then you should check out the Hyosung Rally SF50R.

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The Rally's air-cooled, 49cc, 2-stroke, single-cylinder and CVT deliver great performance for an entry-level two-wheeler. The fuel-injected engine feeds off a 4L tank. Meanwhile, telescopic forks offer superior damping characteristics to provide a comfortable ride on both pavement and dirt.

We’re not joking about that last part: Just take a closer look at the rugged tires and the headlight guard, and you’ll realize the Hyosung Rally SF50R is no one-trick pony. On the flip side, it rides on 10” wheels whereas many competitors boast 12” or larger wheels.

Aesthetically, this small scooter comes in a race-inspired black and red colour scheme, with cool checkered-flag graphics thrown in to make a clear statement. It’s complemented by a high-capacity muffler that’s just as efficient as it is stylish. As for convenience, the Rally SF50R offers generous under-seat storage.

FYI, Hyosung products are distributed by S&T Motors America, part of Korean manufacturer KR Motors Co., Ltd.