YAMAHA BWs Models/Series Timeline, Specifications & Photos

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...

Looking for a truly slim and agile scooter packing only road-worthy punch and constructive simplicity? Look no further than the 2012 Yamaha BW's Naked, a great urban commuting solution for both beginners and seasoned riders. With chubby tires which will go anywhere, even beyond the point where the asphalt ends, this machine is a function-minded contraption.

The 2012 Yamaha BW's Naked sports the distinctive dual headlights and the slender profile which makes squeezing through the stuck traffic a breeze. It also comes with a dual seat and easy-to-use automatic transmission.

Bigger wheels equal bigger fun, and Yamaha knows this. So it was only natural that the BW's Easy got a new version, this time with 12-inch wheels. Obviously named BW's 12inch, this scooter boasts all the nifty features of the base mode: a punchy and fuel-efficient 2-stroke 49cc engine, the rugged construction which can carry rider and passenger even on less-than-ideal terrain and the acclaimed Yamaha reliability.

With obvious cues drawn from the Zuma machines, the 2012 Yamaha BW's Easy is a great-looking scooter which is capable to tread both paved and unsealed roads. Clearly built for action, this two-wheeler proudly displays a dual-headlight array, beefy all-terrain wheels and thanks to its lightweight construction - awesome maneuverability. Fully-automatic transmission makes things very easy even for the beginning riders, and squeezing past the slow or halted traffic is truly a breeze.

Add in a rugged build which can endure quite some abuse, the two-up seat and a sleek profile, and you've got a very affordable, fuel-efficient commuting machine for zipping across the town.

A rugged build and even tougher looks, the 2012 BW's 125 is Yamaha's response to the needs of the active urban rider searching for a dependable two-wheeled method of transportation that's as agile as it is swift, dependable and able to literally go anywhere. The strong, robust, motorcycle-like exposed frame is neatly complemented with all-terrain wheels, allowing this scooter to feel at home on the narrow city streets and on the unpaved roads, as well.

The automatic transmission makes riding this 4-stroke 125cc-class machine easy and intuitive, while the convenient unified braking provides dependable, reassuring stopping power to stay on the safe side.

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.

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.

Zuma was cool, but the newly-introduced BW's 125 takes things one step further into the stylish zone, adding one more nifty scooter to Yamaha's 2009 line-up and expanding the term functionality. The BW's 125 arrives with fuel injection and a catalyzer exhaust, fully automatic transmission and fan-assisted air cooling, all packed into a rugged steel chassis that's also good for rougher roads.

The 2009 MY BW's 125 is equipped with dual-purpose tires and twin headlights, fork gaiters and hand protectors, openly speaking about its off-road skills. If you are looking for a brawny on-off urban and suburban commuter, the BW's 125 might just fit the bill...

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.

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.