Yamaha BW's
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| Yamaha BW's | |
| Manufacturer | |
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| Production | 2006 - 2013 |
| Class | Scooter |
| Engine | Single cylinder, air-cooled, 2-stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 40.6mm x 40.6mm |
| Compression ratio | 7.22: 1 |
| Horsepower | 2.95 HP (2.2 KW) @ 6500RPM |
| Torque | 2.95 ft/lbs (4.0 Nm) @ 6000RPM |
| Transmission | Gear box: Automatic Final Drive: Belt |
| Suspension | Front: Telescopic forks 70 mm travel Rear: Unit Swing, 70 mm travel |
| Brakes | Front: Single Disc, 180 mm Rear: Drum, 110 mm |
| Front Tire | 120/90-10 |
| Rear Tire | 150/80-10 |
| Wheelbase | 46.1 inches (1171 mm) |
| Length | 66.3 inches (1684 mm) |
| Width | 26.61 inches (676 mm) |
| Seat Height | 30.2 inches (767 mm) |
| Weight | 82.0 kg (wet) |
| Recommended Oil | Yamalube 10w-40 |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Yamaha BW's was a Single cylinder, air-cooled, 2-stroke scooter produced by Yamaha between 2006 and 2013. Max torque was 2.95 ft/lbs (4.0 Nm) @ 6000 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 2.95 HP (2.2 KW) @ 6500 RPM.
Engine[edit | edit source]
A 40.6mm bore x 40.6mm stroke result in a displacement of just 49.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a Automatic transmission. Power was moderated via the Automatic CVT.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 120/90-10 front tire and a 150/80-10 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single Disc, 180 mm in the front and a Drum, 110 mm in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic forks 70 mm travel while the rear was equipped with a Unit Swing, 70 mm travel. The wheelbase was 46.1 inches (1171 mm) long.
2006 Yamaha BW's[edit | edit source]
The 2005 BW's is a nifty sport scooter bearing Yamaha's badge and offering much more than meets the eye in terms of performance. Its 2-stroke engine packs quite a punch for swift cross-town rides and fun weekend outings, as well. Cast wheels and a hydraulic front brake, plenty of real estate for two and with a very nimble character, the BW's is capable to reach thrilling top speeds of up to 70 km/h.
Rugged and easy to maneuver in busy traffic, this scoot is the perfect economical, no frills, all-thrills scooter for urban commuting.
2008 Yamaha BW's[edit | edit source]
In a way easy to mistake for the Zuma, the 2008 MY BW's shows off Yamaha's skills when it comes to creating all-rounder scooters which feel at home on road and beyond the point when the asphalt ends. With dual-sport-ish tires, the BW's is not afraid to venture on less trodden paths, especially as its suspensions are tuned to handle a bit of roughness, too.
The 2-stroke 49cc air-cooled engine packs enough punch to keep things funny and make the 2008 MY BW's a great machine for all-rounder convenience, form urban commuting to weekend outings.
2009 Yamaha BW's[edit | edit source]
The 2009 BW's carries on the nifty heritage of the family, packing exceptional streetability and even decent traction on rough terrain. A true dual-purpose scoot, the BW's arrives with fork gaiters, beefy tires with dirt-capable knobs, dual headlights and a rugged construction which can tackle less-than-perfect terrain.
The 2-stroke engine has an autolube oil injector making pre-mixing obsolete and adding more fun to riding this machine, while the easy-to-use automatic transmission makes it a great choice even for less experienced users.
2012 Yamaha BW's[edit | edit source]
Since the 50cc Zuma went 4-stroke, it was only natural that its BW's sibling did so, too. This scoot is equipped with an all-new engine which eliminates the need to add oil to the fuel, runs smoother and is capable of providing the same fuel efficiency and street brawler feeling. The beefy moderate knobbie tires and compliant suspension has been retained as well, together with the overall robust nature of this machine.
Better mass centralization, storage optimization and minor tweaks are making the 2011 MY BW's and even better machine than its predecessors, a perfect choice for both urban commuting and weekend outings in the wild.
2013 Yamaha BW's[edit | edit source]
The 2012 Yamaha BW's is the basic model in the series, boasting a simple construction oriented towards the best functionality and fun riding. Great for beginners, the BW's is also a nifty commuting solution for more seasoned riders: why struggle aboard a large cruiser in the slow traffic when you can simply zoom by, squeezing through narrow spaces and reach your destination more quickly and with a smile on your face?
Exceptional fuel efficiency and operating costs are another great features of this 2-stroke 49cc scooter: fill the tanks once and forget about them. And even more, thanks to the BW's trademark beefy tires, this scooter will also be fun off the paved road...