Scooters
2014Yamaha Bws Original 50
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The 2014 Yamaha BWs Original 50 is a lightweight scooter ideal for urban commuters and new riders seeking affordable, economical transportation. Powered by a modest 49cc two-stroke engine producing 3.22 horsepower, it prioritizes simplicity and low maintenance with automatic transmission and air cooling. Best known for its retro styling and reliable performance in city environments, this scooter excels at fuel efficiency and easy everyday riding.
- Capacity
- 49.2 ccm
- Engine
- Single single, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Wet weight
- 82.0 kg
- Seat height
- 768 mm
- Power
- 3.2 HP
What’s new for the 2014 Yamaha Bws Original 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 |
| Weight | 83.0 kg (183.0 pounds) | 82.0 kg (180.8 pounds) |
| 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 | 1,172 mm (46.1 inches) | 1172 mm (46.1 inches) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's built purely for short urban hops, errands, and light commuting rather than any kind of performance riding.
- Built for
- Cheerful, lightweight, and low-stress, this little two-stroke scooter is all about convenience and effortless puttering through town.
- Not ideal for
- It is not suitable for highway travel, long-distance touring, carrying a passenger any real distance, or riders wanting speed and power.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- 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
- 0.0390 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
- 675 mm
- Overall height
- 1049 mm
- Seat height
- 768 mm
- Wet weight
- 82.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 5.30 litres
- Ground clearance
- 124 mm
- Carrying capacity
- Luggage/helmet-carrying hook
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
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, white, black
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) | — |
| 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, white, black |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Yamaha Bws Original 50?
The 2014 Yamaha Bws Original 50 has a Capacity of 49.2 ccm (3.00 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha Bws Original 50 have?
The 2014 Yamaha Bws Original 50 has a Power of 3.2 HP.
What is the torque of the Yamaha Bws Original 50?
The 2014 Yamaha Bws Original 50 has a Torque of 3.6 Nm (0.4 kgf-m or 2.7 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM.
How much does the Yamaha Bws Original 50 weigh?
The 2014 Yamaha Bws Original 50 has a Wet weight of 82.0 kg (180.8 pounds).
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