Scooters
2008Yamaha Bws Naked
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The 2008 Yamaha BWs Naked is a lightweight 50cc scooter ideal for urban commuters and novice riders. Known for its nimble handling and practical belt-drive transmission, this air-cooled single-cylinder scooter combines fuel efficiency with easy electric and kick-start reliability, making it perfect for affordable city transportation.
- Capacity
- 49.2 ccm
- Engine
- Single, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 75.0 kg
- Seat height
- 768 mm
- Power
- 3.2 HP (2.4 kW) @ 6500 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built purely for short-hop urban commuting and errands, not for speed, distance, or performance riding.
- Built for
- A simple, no-frills small-wheel scooter with a friendly, practical, and unpretentious personality suited to everyday city errands.
- Not ideal for
- This is not for riders wanting highway speed, long-distance touring comfort, a passenger-friendly ride, or any kind of off-road capability.
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 (2.4 kW) @ 6500 RPM
- Torque
- 3.6 Nm (0.4 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Single, two-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0427 HP/kg (dry)
- 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
- Wet sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Automatic centrifugal
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1172 mm
- Overall length
- 1685 mm
- Overall width
- 675 mm
- Overall height
- 1049 mm
- Seat height
- 768 mm
- Dry weight
- 75.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 82.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 5.30 litres
- Ground clearance
- 124 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- Hydraulic and telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Hydraulic 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
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 | 2006 | 2008 | 2009 | 2011 | 2014 | 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc |
| Dry weight | 75 kg | 75 kg | 76 kg | 77 kg | — | — |
| Seat height | 768 mm | 768 mm | 768 mm | 768 mm | 768 mm | 768 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 5.3 L | 5.3 L | 5.3 L | 5.3 L | 5.3 L | 5.3 L |
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 Naked?
The 2008 Yamaha Bws Naked has a Capacity of 49.2 ccm (3.00 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha Bws Naked have?
The 2008 Yamaha Bws Naked has a Power of 3.2 HP (2.4 kW) @ 6500 RPM.
How many gears does the Yamaha Bws Naked have?
The 2008 Yamaha Bws Naked has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Yamaha Bws Naked?
The 2008 Yamaha Bws Naked has a Torque of 3.6 Nm (0.4 kgf-m or 2.7 ft.lbs).
How much does the Yamaha Bws Naked weigh?
The 2008 Yamaha Bws Naked has a Dry weight of 75.0 kg (165.3 pounds).
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