Positioned in Yamaha's scooter motorcycle lineup, the 2008 Yamaha Versity 300 features a 264 cc (16.1 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 20.4 HP (14.9 kW) at 7,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 21.6 Nm (15.9 lb-ft) at 6,000 rpm. With a specific output of 77.3 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (6,000 rpm) and peak power (7,500 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the Versity 300 measures 164 kg (362 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.12 HP/kg (8.04 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 822 mm (32.4 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,480 mm (58.3 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 10.9-liter (2.9 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2004 to 2008, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
77.3 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.12 HP/kg (8.04 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,000–7,500 rpm
Standover Height
822 mm (32.4 in)
Engine
Displacement264.0 ccm (16.11 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power20.4 HP (14.9 kW)) @ 7500 RPM
Torque21.6 Nm (2.2 kgf-m or 15.9 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Bore x Stroke71.0 x 66.8 mm (2.8 x 2.6 inches)
LubricationSeparate lubrication
CoolingLiquid
Chassis
Front SuspensionHydraulic and telescopic fork
Rear SuspensionHydraulic unit swing
Wheelbase1480 mm (58.3 inches)
Ground Clearance158 mm (6.2 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/80-14
Rear Tyre150/70-14
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight164.0 kg (361.6 pounds)
Power/Weight0.1243 HP/kg
Seat Height822 mm (32.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Power
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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