2012
Yamaha BWs - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 479900 |
|---|---|
| Category | Scooter |
| Make | Yamaha |
| Model | BWs |
| Year | 2012 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frontbrakes | Single disc |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 180 mm (7.1 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | Telescopic fork |
| Fronttyre | 120/90-10 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 70 mm (2.8 inches) |
| Rearbrakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 110 mm (4.3 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | UNit swing |
| Reartyre | 150/80-10 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 70 mm (2.8 inches) |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 40.0 x 39.2 mm (1.6 x 1.5 inches) |
|---|---|
| Compression | 7.2:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Air |
| Displacement | 49.20 ccm (3.00 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Carburettor. Gurtner |
| Gearbox | Automatic |
| Ignition | CDI |
| Lubricationsystem | Separate lubrication |
| Power | 3.22 HP (2.4 kW)) @ 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 3.60 Nm (0.4 kgf-m or 2.7 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Belt |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Black, white, red |
|---|---|
| Starter | Electric & kick |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Fuelcapacity | 5.30 litres (1.40 gallons) |
|---|---|
| Groundclearance | 124 mm (4.9 inches) |
| Overallheight | 1,049 mm (41.3 inches) |
| Overalllength | 1,685 mm (66.3 inches) |
| Overallwidth | 675 mm (26.6 inches) |
| Seatheight | 768 mm (30.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weightincloilgasetc | 82.0 kg (180.8 pounds) |
About Yamaha
Country of Origin:
Japan
Founder:
Nippon Gakki (Genichi Kawakami led motorcycle entry)
Best Known For:
R-series sportbikes, MT nakeds, YZ/WR off-road, Ténéré ADV
Company History
Yamaha blends engineering polish with musical-instrument attention to feel. From the RD two-strokes to modern crossplane R1s, its sportbikes emphasize chassis communication and reliability. Off-road, YZ/WR platforms define durability and race-fed development, while Ténéré ADV models offer long-legged, serviceable travel. Global dealer depth, parts commonality, and conservative updates make Yamahas easy to own and hard to break. The brand’s hallmark is balance: machines that work on Monday, thrill on Sunday, and keep their manners for decades.