2024Yamaha PW50

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The 2024 Yamaha PW50 is an entry-level minibike designed for young riders and beginners learning the fundamentals of motorcycle operation. Its lightweight frame, automatic transmission, and user-friendly 49cc two-stroke engine make it ideal for off-road play and introductory training. The PW50 is best known for its reliability, simplicity, and role as a classic stepping stone into the motorcycling world.

Capacity: 49.0 ccm
Engine: Single single, two-stroke
Gearbox: Not on record
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Wet weight: 41.0 kg
Seat height: 475 mm
Power: 5.4 HP

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What’s new for the 2024 Yamaha PW50

vs the 2023

Spec	2023	2024
Power	5.36 HP (estimated - EU/UK 50cc power-restricted class, 4kW legal cap)	5.4 HP
Fuel capacity	2.01 litres (0.53 US gallons)	2.00 litres (0.53 US gallons)
Gearbox	Automatic	not listed

Other years 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail35%

Cornering20%

City riding5%

Daily riding5%

Touring2%

Two-up0%

Track5%

Best for: It exists purely to teach small kids the basics of balance, throttle control, and machine awareness in a controlled, low-speed setting.
Built for: It has a friendly, non-intimidating, toy-like personality with a simple air-cooled two-stroke engine and a shaft final drive for low maintenance.
Not ideal for: This is not for teenagers, adults, highway use, real off-road trails, or anyone expecting meaningful speed or long-distance capability.

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

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 49.0 ccm
Power: 5.4 HP
Engine type: Single single, two-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.1317 HP/kg
Bore x stroke: 40.0 x 39.2 mm
Compression: 6.0:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Carburettor
Starting: Kick
Ignition: CDI
Lubrication system: Separate 2-stroke oil tank

Transmission

Transmission type: Automatic
Clutch: Wet centrifugal automatic clutch

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 856 mm
Overall length: 1245 mm
Overall width: 610 mm
Overall height: 706 mm
Seat height: 475 mm
Wet weight: 41.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 2.00 litres
Ground clearance: 94 mm

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Steel tube backbone
Front suspension: Telescopic fork 26mm
Rear suspension: Unit swingarm
Front wheel travel: 61 mm
Rear wheel travel: 51 mm
Rake (fork angle): 25.5°
Trail: 50 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes: Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front tyre: 2.50-10
Rear tyre: 2.50-10

Other

Color options: Team Yamaha Blue
Comments: Intended for children. Easy-to-adjust throttle limiter.

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	2008	2013	2018	2022	2024	2027
Capacity	49.00 ccm (2.99 cubic inches)	49.00 ccm (2.99 cubic inches)	49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches)	49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches)	49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches)	49 ccm (3.0 cubic inches)
Dry weight	37.2 kg (82.0 pounds)	—	—	—	—	—
Seat height	485 mm (19.1 inches)	485 mm (19.1 inches)	485 mm (19.1 inches)	475 mm (18.7 inches)	475 mm (18.7 inches)	475 mm (18.7 inches)
Fuel capacity	200.60 litres (53.00 gallons)	200.61 litres (53.00 gallons)	2.01 litres (0.53 gallons)	2.01 litres (0.53 US gallons)	2.01 litres (0.53 US gallons)	1.89 litres (0.50 US gallons)
Color options	—	Team Yamaha Blue/White	Team Yamaha Blue	Team Yamaha Blue	Team Yamaha Blue	—