Scooters
2016Yamaha Bws Original
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The 2016 Yamaha BWs Original is a lightweight scooter ideal for urban commuters and new riders seeking affordable, practical transportation. Known for its retro styling and compact dimensions, it delivers reliable performance with electric and kick starting options, making it a dependable city runabout.
- Capacity
- 49.2 ccm
- Engine
- Single, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Wet weight
- 82.0 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, errands, and light city cruising rather than any kind of performance riding.
- Built for
- A cheerful, no-fuss little scooter that prioritizes convenience, easy handling, and low running costs over speed or excitement.
- Not ideal for
- Not suitable for highway travel, long-distance touring, carrying a heavy passenger, or anyone seeking real 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
- 49.2 ccm
- Power
- 3.2 HP (2.4 kW) @ 6500 RPM
- Torque
- 3.6 Nm (0.4 kgf-m) @ 6000 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, two-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0390 HP/kg (wet)
- 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
- Separate lubrication
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1172 mm
- Overall length
- 1685 mm
- Seat height
- 768 mm
- Wet weight
- 82.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 5.30 litres
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Steel
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- 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
Other
- Color options
- Black, white, yellow
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Yamaha Bws Original?
The 2016 Yamaha Bws Original has a Capacity of 49.2 ccm (3.00 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha Bws Original have?
The 2016 Yamaha Bws Original has a Power of 3.2 HP (2.4 kW) @ 6500 RPM.
What is the torque of the Yamaha Bws Original?
The 2016 Yamaha Bws Original has a Torque of 3.6 Nm (0.4 kgf-m or 2.7 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM.
How much does the Yamaha Bws Original weigh?
The 2016 Yamaha Bws Original has a Wet weight of 82.0 kg (180.8 pounds).
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