1968 Yamaha AS1

Yamaha AS1 1968


1968 Yamaha AS1 specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

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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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Further information
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