1970 Yamaha R 5

Yamaha R 5
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General motorcycle information

Model
Yamaha R 5
Year
1970
Category
Naked bike
Rating
  3.7 out of 5

Engine and transmission

Displacement
21.17 cubic inches (347.0 ccm)
Engine type
Twin, 2 stroke
Power
35.0 horsepowers (26.1 kiloWatts) at 7800 RPM
Torque
27.96 pound-foot/lbf-ft (37.90 Nm / 3.86 kgf-m)
Compression
6.9:1
Bore x stroke
3.91 x 3.30 inches (64.0 x 54.0 mm)
Fuel system
Carburettor
Fuel control
Port control
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Chain
Starter
Kick
Fuel consumption
6.70 litres/100 km, 14.9 km/l or 35.1 mpg
Top speed
160.0 kmh (99.4 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
3.00-18
Rear tyre
3.50-18
Front brake
Expanding brake (drum)
Rear brake
Expanding brake (drum)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
321.9 pounds (146.0 kg)
Wet weight
326.3 pounds (148.0 kg)
Seat height
48.2 inches (790 mm)
Wheelbase
81.8 inches (1341 mm)
Ground clearance
11.0 inches (180 mm)
Fuel capacity
3.17 gallons (12.0 litres)
Oil capacity
0.53 gallons (2.0 litres)

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