1968 Yamaha AS1. Image credits - Yamaha.
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Designed for competition and high speed road use
General information
Model
Yamaha AS1
Model year
1968
Category
Sport touring
Rating
3.2 See the detailed rating of touring capabilities, reliability, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorbike.
Engine and transmission
Displacement
125.0 ccm (7.63 cubic inches)
Engine type
Twin, two-stroke
Power output
15.0 HP (10.9 kW )) @ 8500 RPM
Torque
12.7 Nm (1.3 kgf-m or 9.4 ft.lbs) @ 8000 RPM
Top speed
120.7 km/h (75.0 mph)
Max RPM
8500
Compression
7.0:1
Bore x stroke
43.0 x 43.0 mm (1.7 x 1.7 inches)
Fuel system
Carburettor
Fuel control
Port control
Ignition
Points
Lubrication system
Autolube
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Chain (final drive)
Exhaust system
Twin chrome
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type
Steel tube
Front suspension
Telescopic
Rear suspension
Swinging arm, coil spring oil damper
Front tire
-2.50-18
Front brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake). single leading shoe
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight
98.0 kg (216.0 pounds)
Power/weight ratio
0.1531 HP/kg
Overall height
1011 mm (39.8 inches)
Overall length
1854 mm (73.0 inches)
Overall width
671 mm (26.4 inches)
Ground clearance
150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase
1072 mm (42.2 inches)
Fuel capacity
9.46 litres (2.50 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options
Blue or red
Comments
Great classic
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