1979 Yamaha DT 175 MX

Yamaha DT 175 MX
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General motorcycle information

Model
Yamaha DT 175 MX
Year
1979
Category
Enduro / offroad
Rating

Engine and transmission

Displacement
10.43 cubic inches (171.0 ccm)
Engine type
Single cylinder, 2 stroke
Power
15.0 horsepowers (11.2 kiloWatts) at 7500 RPM
Torque
6.49 pound-foot/lbf-ft (8.80 Nm / 0.90 kgf-m) at 6000 RPM
Compression
6.8:1
Bore x stroke
4.03 x 3.05 inches (66.0 x 50.0 mm)
Fuel system
Carburettor
Fuel control
Membrane
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Chain
Starter
Kick
Fuel consumption
-
Top speed
115.0 kmh (71.5 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Trail
3.66 inches (60.0 mm)
Front tyre
2.75-21
Rear tyre
3.50-18
Front brake
Expanding brake (drum)
Rear brake
Expanding brake (drum)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
218.3 pounds (99.0 kg)
Wet weight
244.7 pounds (111.0 kg)
Seat height
51.6 inches (845 mm)
Wheelbase
82.4 inches (1350 mm)
Overall length
126.9 inches (2080 mm)
Ground clearance
16.2 inches (265 mm)
Fuel capacity
1.85 gallons (7.0 litres)
Oil capacity
-

Further motorcycle information

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