2027 Yamaha PW50

Meet the 2027 Yamaha PW50 in Team Yamaha Blue—a pint-sized trail machine that looks ready to lead the pack and feels perfectly built for big first-bike memories. With its youth-focused design and compact footprint, it’s the kind of motorcycle that turns a quiet driveway or a simple patch of dirt into a “first ride” story you’ll be telling for years.
At the heart of this PW50 is a 49cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled 2-stroke engine with a reed valve setup—small in size, classic in character, and paired with a carburetor for straightforward, no-nonsense fun. Starting is old-school and satisfying with a kick starter, and it runs on regular fuel with gas/oil injection. There’s also a speed governor on board, helping keep early rides more manageable as confidence builds.
One of the best parts for beginners: it’s automatic with a single speed. That means less time thinking about shifting and more time focusing on the essentials—balance, steering, braking, and learning how to ride smoothly. Power goes to the rear wheel through a shaft primary drive, keeping things tidy and simple.
The steel frame and lightweight plastics help keep this trail-ready package feeling approachable, and at a wet weight of 90 lbs, it’s easy to handle for smaller riders. The seat sits low at 18.7 inches, and the one-piece vinyl seat keeps the riding position simple and comfortable. Rubber hand grips and rubber foot pegs add a bit of extra comfort where it counts.
Up front, a telescopic fork provides 2.4 inches of travel, while the rear twin-sided swing arm uses two shock absorbers with 2 inches of travel—just right for smoothing out little bumps and keeping the ride friendly. Ten-inch wheels front and rear wear 2.50-10-4PR tubed tires, and drum brakes at both ends deliver predictable stopping power for learning riders.
From its bright Team Yamaha Blue look to its center/kick stand and practical exhaust guard, this PW50 is all about making those first trail laps feel exciting, comfortable, and confidence-building—one ride at a time.