Minibikes
2002Yamaha PW 50
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The 2002 Yamaha PW 50 is an entry-level minibike designed for young and novice riders learning fundamental motorcycle skills. Known for its lightweight, compact design and user-friendly 49cc two-stroke engine, this bike excels as an affordable training platform combining simple mechanics with manageable power delivery for confidence-building off-road and light trail riding.
- Capacity
- 49.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 37.0 kg
- Seat height
- 485 mm
- Power
- 2.7 HP
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It exists purely to teach small kids basic throttle and balance control in a low-speed, low-risk offroad setting like a yard or gentle trail.
- Built for
- It has a gentle, forgiving personality with a tame single-cylinder engine, automatic clutchless operation, and simple drum brakes suited to supervised beginner use.
- Not ideal for
- It is not suitable for adults, teenagers, highway or trail riding at speed, or anyone seeking real touring, cornering, or performance capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 49.0 ccm
- Power
- 2.7 HP
- Torque
- 3.8 Nm (0.4 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Single single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0730 HP/kg
- Bore x stroke
- 40.0 x 39.2 mm
- Compression
- 6.6:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Clutch
- Wet centrifugal automatic clutch
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 855 mm
- Overall length
- 1245 mm
- Overall width
- 575 mm
- Overall height
- 715 mm
- Seat height
- 485 mm
- Dry weight
- 37.0 kg
- Ground clearance
- 105 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Front wheel travel
- 60 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 50 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Expanding brake
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake
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 | 2002 | 2003 | 2005 | 2006 | 2007 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 37.0 kg (81.6 pounds) | 37.0 kg (81.6 pounds) | — | 37.0 kg (81.6 pounds) | 37.2 kg (82.0 pounds) |
| Seat height | 485 mm (19.1 inches) | 485 mm (19.1 inches) | 485 mm (19.1 inches) | 485 mm (19.1 inches) | 485 mm (19.1 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | — | — | 1.89 litres (0.50 gallons) | 8.00 litres (2.11 gallons) | 1.89 litres (0.50 gallons) |
| Color options | — | — | Team Yamaha Blue/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 PW 50?
The 2002 Yamaha PW 50 has a Capacity of 49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha PW 50 have?
The 2002 Yamaha PW 50 has a Power of 2.7 HP.
What is the torque of the Yamaha PW 50?
The 2002 Yamaha PW 50 has a Torque of 3.8 Nm (0.4 kgf-m or 2.8 ft.lbs).
How much does the Yamaha PW 50 weigh?
The 2002 Yamaha PW 50 has a Dry weight of 37.0 kg (81.6 pounds).
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