Yamaha BW\s 12inch'
- Production years
- 2012–2013
- Brand
- Yamaha
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YAMAHA BW's (2011-2012)
Selected year: 2013
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 49 cm³
- Wet weight
- 82 kg
- Seat height
- 767 mm
Overview
The 2013 BWs is a scooter powered by a 49 cm³, air-cooled, single-cylinder two-stroke engine. It produces 4 Nm of torque at 6,000 rpm, and the motorcycle weighs 82 kg.
An automatic CVT handles gear changes, while the belt final drive avoids the chain cleaning and adjustment associated with chain drive. The 767 mm seat height and 82 kg weight make the scooter easier to manage at low speeds, but 70 mm of suspension travel at each end and 124 mm of ground clearance leave limited room for rough, uneven roads.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Engine capacity
- 49 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 7.22: 1
- Stroke
- 41 mm
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Torque
- 4 Nm at 6,000 rpm
- Final drive
- Belt
- Gearbox
- Automatic
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Fuel capacity
- 5.3 L
- Ground clearance
- 124 mm
- Overall length
- 1,684 mm
- Overall width
- 691 mm
- Seat height
- 767 mm
- Wet weight
- 82 kg
- Wheelbase
- 1,171 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- Frame
- Steel
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Front tyre
- 120/70-12
- Rear tyre
- 130/70-12
Pros and cons
Advantages
No manual shifting
The automatic CVT lets the rider focus on traffic without changing gears.
Light weight
At 82 kg, it is easier to maneuver at low speeds and move around when parked.
Belt final drive
The belt means there is no chain to clean or lubricate.
Things to consider
Short suspension travel
With 70 mm at both ends, the suspension has limited travel for absorbing larger bumps.
Limited ground clearance
The 124 mm clearance can restrict where it is comfortable to ride over uneven surfaces.
Drum brakes front and rear
Both wheels use drum brakes, which have less capacity to manage heat during repeated hard braking than disc brakes.
Rider fit
Rider fit calculator
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Estimated from your height: 79 cm
How to measure
Stand barefoot with your back to a wall. Hold a book firmly between your legs, then measure from the floor to the top edge of the book.
Estimated ground reach
Both feet likely flat
You should have a stable stance at a stop, although seat width and suspension setup still matter.
Seat height
767 mm
Approx. loaded height
737 mm
Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.
Fuel range calculator
Enter your expected fuel consumption to estimate the distance on a full tank, with or without a fuel reserve.
Tank 5.3 L at 3.5 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
151 km
With 10% reserve
136 km
This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.
FAQ
What engine does the 2013 BWs have?
It has a 49 cm³, air-cooled, single-cylinder two-stroke engine that produces 4 Nm at 6,000 rpm.
Does the 2013 BWs have an automatic transmission?
Yes, it uses an automatic CVT.
How tall is the seat on the 2013 BWs?
The seat height is 767 mm.
What brakes does the 2013 BWs use?
It has a 180 mm front drum brake and a 110 mm rear drum brake.
