Scooters
2008Yamaha Bws Next Generation
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The 2008 Yamaha BWs Next Generation is a compact 50cc scooter designed for urban commuters and new riders seeking affordable, reliable transportation. Known for its lightweight design and fuel efficiency, this air-cooled scooter features an electric starter and belt transmission, making it practical for daily city riding.
- Capacity
- 49.2 ccm
- Engine
- Single, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 77.0 kg
- Seat height
- 803 mm
- Power
- 3.6 HP (2.6 kW) @ 6800 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built purely for short urban hops, running errands, and weaving through city traffic rather than any kind of performance riding.
- Built for
- A cheerful, low-stakes commuter scooter that prioritizes simplicity, fuel efficiency, and nimble low-speed handling over outright speed or comfort.
- Not ideal for
- Not suitable for highway travel, long-distance touring, carrying a passenger any real distance, or riders seeking any kind of thrill or power.
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
- 3.6 HP (2.6 kW) @ 6800 RPM
- Torque
- 4.0 Nm (0.4 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Single, two-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0468 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 40.0 x 39.2 mm
- Compression
- 11.2:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Starting
- Electric & kick
- Ignition
- CDI
- Lubrication system
- Separate lubrication
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Automatic centrifugal
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1206 mm
- Overall length
- 1746 mm
- Overall width
- 675 mm
- Overall height
- 1120 mm
- Seat height
- 803 mm
- Dry weight
- 77.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 83.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 6.50 litres
- Ground clearance
- 153 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
- 190 mm
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Rear brakes diameter
- 110 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/90-10
- Rear tyre
- 130/90-10
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 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc |
| Dry weight | 77 kg | 77 kg | 77 kg | 77 kg | 77 kg |
| Seat height | 803 mm | 803 mm | 803 mm | 803 mm | 803 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 6.5 L | 6.5 L | 6.5 L | 6.5 L | 6.5 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 Next Generation?
The 2008 Yamaha Bws Next Generation has a Capacity of 49.2 ccm (3.00 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha Bws Next Generation have?
The 2008 Yamaha Bws Next Generation has a Power of 3.6 HP (2.6 kW) @ 6800 RPM.
How many gears does the Yamaha Bws Next Generation have?
The 2008 Yamaha Bws Next Generation has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Yamaha Bws Next Generation?
The 2008 Yamaha Bws Next Generation has a Torque of 4.0 Nm (0.4 kgf-m or 3.0 ft.lbs).
How much does the Yamaha Bws Next Generation weigh?
The 2008 Yamaha Bws Next Generation has a Dry weight of 77.0 kg (169.8 pounds).
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