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2010Yamaha C3

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The 2010 Yamaha C3 is a fuel-efficient 49cc scooter designed for urban commuters and new riders seeking practical, economical transport. Its liquid-cooled four-stroke engine with electronic fuel injection delivers reliable performance and exceptional fuel economy of approximately 49 km/l. The automatic transmission and lightweight design make it ideal for navigating city streets with minimal maintenance requirements.

Capacity
49.0 ccm
Engine
Single single, four-stroke
Gearbox
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Dry weight
89.8 kg
Seat height
734 mm
Power
5.4 HP

What’s new for the 2010 Yamaha C3

vs the 2009
Spec20092010
Engine capacity 49.00 ccm (2.99 cubic inches) 49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches)
Power 5.36 HP (estimated - EU/UK 50cc power-restricted class, 4kW legal cap) 5.4 HP
Fuel capacity 4.54 litres (1.20 gallons) 4.50 litres (1.19 US gallons)
Gearbox Automatic not listed
Wheelbase 1,280 mm (50.4 inches) 1280 mm (50.4 inches)
Other years 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 12Agility 75Comfort 45Off-road 5Touring 15Road manners 55
Off-road & trail5%
Cornering40%
City riding90%
Daily riding75%
Touring15%
Two-up20%
Track5%
Best for
Built purely for short urban hops, errands, and low-speed commuting rather than any kind of performance riding.
Built for
A simple, economical, low-maintenance city runabout with automatic transmission and minimal learning curve.
Not ideal for
Not suitable for highway travel, long-distance touring, carrying a passenger comfortably, or anyone seeking speed or excitement.

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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At 734mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2010 Yamaha C3, 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
49.0 ccm
Power
5.4 HP
CO2 Emissions
47 CO2 g/km
Engine type
Single single, four-stroke
Fuel consumption
2.00 litres/100 km (50.0 km/l)
Power/weight ratio
0.0601 HP/kg
Bore x stroke
38.0 x 43.5 mm
Compression
12.0:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Injection
Starting
Electric
Ignition
TCI: Transistor Controlled Ignition
Transmission
Transmission type
Automatic
Final drive
Belt
Clutch
Dry centrifugal automatic clutch
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1280 mm
Overall length
1854 mm
Overall width
686 mm
Overall height
1044 mm
Seat height
734 mm
Dry weight
89.8 kg
Fuel capacity
4.50 litres
Ground clearance
114 mm
Chassis & suspension
Front suspension
Telescopic fork, 2.3-in travel
Rear suspension
Unit swing, 2.2-in travel
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front brakes diameter
110 mm
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes diameter
110 mm
Front tyre
120/90-10
Rear tyre
120/90-10
Other
Color options
Raven/Red

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 20072009201020122013
Capacity 49.00 ccm (2.99 cubic inches) 49.00 ccm (2.99 cubic inches) 49.00 ccm (2.99 cubic inches) 49.00 ccm (2.99 cubic inches) 49.00 ccm (2.99 cubic inches)
Dry weight 84.8 kg (187.0 pounds) 89.8 kg (198.0 pounds) 89.8 kg (198.0 pounds) 89.8 kg (198.0 pounds) 89.8 kg (198.0 pounds)
Seat height 737 mm (29.0 inches) 734 mm (28.9 inches) 734 mm (28.9 inches) 734 mm (28.9 inches) 734 mm (28.9 inches)
Fuel capacity 4.54 litres (1.20 gallons) 4.54 litres (1.20 gallons) 4.54 litres (1.20 gallons) 4.54 litres (1.20 gallons) 4.54 litres (1.20 gallons)
Color options Liquid Silver, Heat Red Raven/Red Pearl White Pearl White

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 C3?

The 2010 Yamaha C3 has a Capacity of 49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Yamaha C3 have?

The 2010 Yamaha C3 has a Power of 5.4 HP.

How much does the Yamaha C3 weigh?

The 2010 Yamaha C3 has a Dry weight of 89.8 kg (198.0 pounds).

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