Positioned in Yamaha's atv motorcycle lineup, the 2023 Yamaha YFZ50 pairs a 49.5 cc (3 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 39.0 x 41.4 mm (1.5 x 1.6 inches) with a 8.5:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the YFZ50 measures 100 kg (220 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 585 mm (23 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 830 mm (32.7 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 5.8-liter (1.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 6 indexed model years from 2017 to 2023, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
585 mm (23 in)
Engine
Displacement49.5 ccm (3.02 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Compression8.5:1
Bore x Stroke39.0 x 41.4 mm (1.5 x 1.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionCDI
CoolingAir
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveChain (final drive)
DrivelineCVT
Chassis
Front SuspensionSingle I-arm
Front Travel60 mm (2.4 inches)
Rear SuspensionSingle shock swingarm
Rear Travel51 mm (2.0 inches)
Wheelbase830 mm (32.7 inches)
Ground Clearance88 mm (3.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre16/7-7
Rear Tyre16/7-7
Front BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake). Dual
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
WheelsDuro® tires.
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.100.0 kg (220.5 pounds)
Seat Height585 mm (23.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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