Yamaha XF50X

Infobox Motorcycle
name = C3


aka = Yamaha Vox (Japan), Yamaha Giggle (Europe)
manufacturer = Yamaha
parent_company =
production = 2007-present
predecessor =
successor =
class = Scooter
engine = 49 cc liquid-cooled, fuel injected 4-stroke, electronic ignition
Bore x stroke: 38.0 mm x 43.5 mm
Compression ratio: 12.0:1
top_speed = 42 mph
power =
torque =
transmission = V-belt automatic
suspension = Front: Telescopic fork
Rear: Unit swing
brakes = Front/Rear: 110mm drum
tires = Front/Rear: 120/90-10
rake_trail =
wheelbase = auto in|50.4
length= auto in|73.0
width= auto in|27.0
height= auto in|41.1
seat_height = auto in|28.9
dry_weight = auto lb|198
wet_weight =
fuel_capacity = Convert|1.2|USgal|l
related =
similar = Yamaha Zuma, Honda RuckusThe C3 is a liquid cooled 49cc four-stroke motor scooter made by Yamaha Motor Company. It is labeled the Yamaha Vox in Japan and the Giggle in Europe.

=Model Features=

The C3 features a "box" design in order to accentuate storage capacity which includes a 9 gallon lockable compartment under the seat. Other features include

Engine/Drivetrain

* Liquid-cooled three-valve, four-stroke engine
* Electronic fuel injection featuring a 19mm Mikuni® throttle body
* 1.2 gallon gas tank
* Automatic "V-belt" continuously-variable automatic transmission with centrifugal clutch
* Electric push-button starter with kick start backup
* Air-induction system and exhaust catalyst technology to reduce air pollution

Chassis/Suspension

* 120/90-10 front and rear tires
* Steel tube frame
* Hydraulic motorcycle-type front fork with 2.3 inches of travel
* Front apron that turns with the handlebars
* Instrument display that includes speedometer, fuel gauge, high-beam indicator light, and engine management indicator lights

=Fuel Economy=

The United States Environmental Protection Agency mileage estimates for the C3 are up to 115 miles per gallon (2L per 100km), depending upon how it is ridden, maintenance, road conditions, cargo, and driver/passenger weight.

=Speed Limitations=In North America, the C3's top speed is limited by the factory via a washer on the end of the boss shaft of the V-belt transmission. This washer limits how close the belt sheaves can come together, thus limiting the potential front diameter of the belt at full throttle. Removal of the washer is possible with simple tools and some claim that removal of this washer will increase the top speed by 5-7 kph (3-4 mph), though this cannot be confirmed without additional equipment since the speedometer does not read past 40 mph. Doing so, however, voids the Yamaha factory warranty.

=See also=
* List of scooter manufacturers
* Scooter (motorcycle)
* Yamaha Motor Company

=Resources=
* [http://www.yamaha-motor.com/sport/products/modelfeatures/529/0/features.aspx http://www.yamaha-motor.com/sport/products/modelfeatures/529/0/features.aspx]
* [http://www.yamaha-motor.com/sport/products/modelspecs/529/0/specs.aspx http://www.yamaha-motor.com/sport/products/modelspecs/529/0/specs.aspx]

=External links=
* [http://www.c3rider.com Yamaha C3 Fan Site]
* [http://www.yamaha-motor.com/sport/products/modelhome/529/0/home.aspx Model information] , Yamaha
* [http://video.aol.com/video-detail/how-to-derestrict-a-yamaha-c3-scooter-1-of-5/2150545147 "How to Derestrict a Yamaha C3 Scooter" instructional video]