Scooters
2008Yamaha Versity 300
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The 2008 Yamaha Versity 300 is a practical mid-size scooter designed for commuters and casual riders seeking affordable, fuel-efficient urban transportation. Its liquid-cooled 264cc single-cylinder engine delivers modest power while prioritizing reliability and ease of use. Known for its comfortable riding position and straightforward handling, the Versity 300 excels as an accessible entry-level scooter.
- Capacity
- 264.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 164.0 kg
- Seat height
- 822 mm
- Power
- 20.4 HP (15.0 kW)
What’s new for the 2008 Yamaha Versity 300
vs the 2007| Spec | 2007 | 2008 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 15.2 HP (11.2 kW) | 20.4 HP (15.0 kW) |
| Fuel capacity | 11.70 litres (3.09 US gallons) | 10.90 litres (2.88 US gallons) |
| Front suspension | Telescopic fork | Hydraulic and telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Unit swing | Hydraulic unit swing |
| Wheelbase | 1565 mm (61.6 inches) | 1480 mm (58.3 inches) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed primarily as an urban and suburban commuter scooter rather than a performance or adventure machine.
- Built for
- A practical, easygoing single-cylinder scooter that prioritizes comfort and convenience over outright speed or sportiness.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders seeking high-speed touring, off-road capability, or sport-bike style cornering performance.
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
- 264.0 ccm
- Power
- 20.4 HP (15.0 kW)
- Torque
- 21.6 Nm (2.2 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Single
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1244 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 71.0 x 66.8 mm
- Compression
- 10.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Starting
- Electric & kick
- Lubrication system
- Separate lubrication
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1480 mm
- Overall length
- 2037 mm
- Overall width
- 969 mm
- Overall height
- 1469 mm
- Seat height
- 822 mm
- Dry weight
- 164.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 10.90 litres
- Ground clearance
- 158 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- Hydraulic and telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Hydraulic unit swing
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 270 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/80-14
- Rear tyre
- 150/70-14
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 | 2004 | 2005 | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 264 cc | 264 cc | 264 cc | 264 cc | 264 cc |
| Dry weight | 164 kg | 164 kg | 164 kg | 164 kg | 164 kg |
| Seat height | 822 mm | 822 mm | 822 mm | 822 mm | 822 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 11.7 L | 11.7 L | 11.7 L | 11.7 L | 10.9 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Yamaha Versity 300?
The 2008 Yamaha Versity 300 has a Capacity of 264.0 ccm (16.11 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha Versity 300 have?
The 2008 Yamaha Versity 300 has a Power of 20.4 HP (15.0 kW).
What is the torque of the Yamaha Versity 300?
The 2008 Yamaha Versity 300 has a Torque of 21.6 Nm (2.2 kgf-m or 15.9 ft.lbs).
How much does the Yamaha Versity 300 weigh?
The 2008 Yamaha Versity 300 has a Dry weight of 164.0 kg (361.6 pounds).
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