Rok Bagoros He has been on two wheels for more than half his life. Well, more like on one, performing all kinds of stunts. In fact, currently, he is an official KTM professional rider. freestylealthough part of his time is dedicated to other tasks. For example, to show us on his YouTube channel what he and his mechanic Tomaž are able to achieve when an old Yamaha Aerox 50cc of 1998 falls into their hands.
Just one fact; of the little more than 3 initial HP that the legendary Japanese scooter produces as standard, have managed to overcome the 10 HP barrier after implementing countless improvements to its mechanics. You, lover of everything that smells like gasoline and oil, may wonder how you can triple the power of two-stroke mechanics. And this is where we come in to tell you all the details about this project.
Turning an Aerox 50 into a stunt machine
Rok Bagoros says in the introduction of this new video on his YouTube channel that about two decades ago, in the beginning, he used a Yamaha Aerox to make his first steps in the world of acrobatics. So when he had the opportunity to get this copy of the model, from 1998 and in perfect original condition, he did not hesitate for a moment.
However, keeping it standard was not part of their plans. The idea from the beginning was to turn it into a “Stunt Bike” highest level. To do this, both Bagoros and Tomaž knew that a complete preparation had to be carried out, including adjustments and improvements to the engine, transmission or braking system. But they didn’t just stop at the technical part; They also modified the aesthetics of the iconic Aerox with a new fiber kit that increases the sporty appearance of the model.
Before starting the project, Rok wondered “Does a 50cc scooter really have enough power to do wheelies after a few modifications?”…You have the answer in the video itself, starting at approximately minute 15. Bagoros shows us what this Aerox 50 prepared “to the teeth” is capable of, in addition to the potential they have managed to extract from its simple 2T single-cylinder engine.
You just have to see how it manages to reach 100 km/h in just 20 seconds, a speed that would continue to increase if it were not left, literally, without a track to continue accelerating fully. It also shows how easy it is to put it on a wheel, given the current power as well as its low weight. In addition, Rok warns us that it is possible to increase the performance of this Aerox 50.
Also, most likely, they will continue adding new components and accessories to make it even faster and lighter. By the way, here you can find the complete list of parts included in this Yamaha Aerox 50 preparation.
We assume that more than one of you is already thinking about dusting off your 90s scooter and turning it into a small missile similar to the one Bagoros has created.
