2012 Mercedes-Benz Boxer 50

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz Boxer 50 is a scooter known for its fuel efficiency and ease of use in urban environments. It’s powered by a 49cc, single-cylinder, two-stroke engine producing approximately 2.7 horsepower and 3.2 Nm of torque. Owners appreciate its nimble handling, compact size, and simple design. However, some dislike its limited power, especially on hills or with a passenger. No other engine options are available, and the only transmission available is a CVT.

Engine

49cc 2-Stroke Engine

• Carburetor Issues
  • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty starting, poor idling, hesitation during acceleration, and overall poor engine performance. This can be caused by a clogged jet, a dirty air filter, or a vacuum leak.
  • Solution: Cleaning or replacing the carburetor, replacing the air filter, and inspecting and repairing any vacuum leaks.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $50 - $200+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Worn Piston Rings
  • Description/Symptoms: Loss of compression, reduced power, excessive smoke from the exhaust, and difficulty starting.
  • Solution: Replacing the piston rings or performing a complete engine rebuild.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

CVT Transmission

• Worn Drive Belt
  • Description/Symptoms: Slipping, reduced acceleration, a whining noise, and a general lack of power.
  • Solution: Replacing the CVT drive belt.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $30 - $100+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Worn Clutch Shoes
  • Description/Symptoms: Jerky acceleration, difficulty starting, and a lack of power at low speeds.
  • Solution: Replacing the clutch shoes.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $50 - $150+
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Worn Shocks
  • Description/Symptoms: Bouncy ride, poor handling, and bottoming out over bumps.
  • Solution: Replacing the front and/or rear shocks.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $50 - $200+
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Failed Starter Motor
  • Description/Symptoms: The scooter doesn’t start when the electric starter is engaged, but sometimes it can be kick started. Clicking sound when attempting to start.
  • Solution: Replacing the starter motor.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $50 - $150+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Faulty CDI Unit
  • Description/Symptoms: Intermittent starting problems, misfires, and a general lack of power.
  • Solution: Replacing the CDI unit.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $40 - $100+
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Broken Plastics
  • Description/Symptoms: Cracks or breaks in the fairings, panels, and other plastic components due to age or minor accidents.
  • Solution: Replacing the damaged plastic parts.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $20 - $200+
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Broken Speedometer Cable
  • Description/Symptoms: Speedometer needle doesn’t move. Odometer doesn’t count miles.
  • Solution: Replacing the speedometer cable
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $20 - $50+
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

Overall, the 2012 Mercedes-Benz Boxer 50 is generally reliable for its intended use as a basic scooter. The most common issues are related to the engine and transmission, particularly the carburetor, drive belt, and clutch. These problems are usually relatively inexpensive to fix. Electrical issues, such as a failing starter motor or CDI unit, can also occur. Replacing worn shocks and repairing damaged plastics are common maintenance tasks. The severity of these issues is generally low to moderate, and the cost to repair is typically affordable.