Scooters

2014Yamaha Bws Naked 50

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The 2014 Yamaha BWs Naked 50 is an entry-level scooter designed for new and casual urban riders seeking affordable, practical commuting. Its lightweight two-stroke engine and automatic transmission make it ideal for navigating city traffic, while the compact 50cc package offers excellent fuel efficiency and ease of handling for inexperienced riders.

Capacity: 49.2 ccm
Engine: Single single, two-stroke
Gearbox: Not on record
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Dry weight: 83.0 kg
Seat height: 768 mm
Power: 3.2 HP

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What’s new for the 2014 Yamaha Bws Naked 50

vs the 2013

Spec	2013	2014
Engine capacity	49.20 ccm (3.00 cubic inches)	49.2 ccm (3.00 cubic inches)
Power	3.22 HP	3.2 HP
Torque	3.60 Nm (0.4 kgf-m or 2.7 ft.lbs) @ 6000	3.6 Nm (0.4 kgf-m or 2.7 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Fuel capacity	5.30 litres (1.40 gallons)	5.30 litres (1.40 US gallons)
Gearbox	Automatic	not listed
Front suspension	Independent A-arm	Telescopic fork
Rear suspension	Mono shock	Unit swing
Wheelbase	1,152 mm (45.4 inches)	1172 mm (46.1 inches)

Other years 2013 2014

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering30%

City riding85%

Daily riding65%

Touring10%

Two-up25%

Track5%

Best for: Built purely for short urban hops, errands, and light commuting rather than any kind of performance riding.
Built for: A playful, low-stakes city runabout with a naked-scooter street look, easy automatic operation, and minimal maintenance demands.
Not ideal for: Not suitable for highway travel, long-distance touring, carrying a passenger comfortably, or riders seeking any real speed or acceleration.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Units

At 768mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2014 Yamaha Bws Naked 50, with a moderate knee angle of around 95 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 49.2 ccm
Power: 3.2 HP
Torque: 3.6 Nm (0.4 kgf-m) @ 6000 RPM
Engine type: Single single, two-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.0386 HP/kg
Bore x stroke: 40.0 x 39.2 mm
Compression: 7.2:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Carburettor
Starting: Electric & kick
Ignition: CDI
Lubrication system: Separate lubrication

Transmission

Transmission type: Automatic
Final drive: Belt

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1172 mm
Overall length: 1685 mm
Overall width: 690 mm
Overall height: 1070 mm
Seat height: 768 mm
Dry weight: 83.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 5.30 litres
Ground clearance: 124 mm

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Steel
Front suspension: Telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Unit swing
Front wheel travel: 70 mm
Rear wheel travel: 70 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 180 mm
Rear brakes: Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes diameter: 110 mm
Front tyre: 120/90-10
Rear tyre: 150/80-10

Other

Color options: Red, grey

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2013	2014
Capacity	49.20 ccm (3.00 cubic inches)	49.20 ccm (3.00 cubic inches)
Dry weight	83.0 kg (183.0 pounds)	83.0 kg (183.0 pounds)
Seat height	768 mm (30.2 inches)	768 mm (30.2 inches)
Fuel capacity	5.30 litres (1.40 gallons)	5.30 litres (1.40 gallons)
Color options	Red, grey	Red, grey