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Yamaha IT 19791979 Yamaha IT specifications, pictures, reviews and rating |
| General information | |
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| Model name | Yamaha IT |
| Year of manufacture | 1979 |
| Type | Enduro / offroad |
| Rating | 3.8 Check out the detailed rating of off-road capabilities, engine performance, maintenance cost, etc. Compare with any other bike. |
| Engine and transmission | |
| Engine size | 397.0 ccm (24.22 cubic inches) |
| Type of engine | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Output | 36.7 HP (26.8 kW)) @ 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 40.2 Nm (4.1 kgf-m or 29.7 ft.lbs) |
| Top speed | 136.8 km/h (85.0 mph) |
| Compression | 7.9:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 85.0 x 64.0 mm (3.3 x 2.5 inches) |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Mikuni, 26mm |
| Fuel control | Port control |
| Ignition | Magneto type |
| Lubrication system | Pre mix |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Transmission type | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | Wet multiple disc |
| Exhaust system | Upswept expansion chamber with USFS-approved spark arrestor and silencer |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | |
| Frame type | Tubular steel double cradle |
| Front suspension | Telescopic fork |
| Front wheel travel | 230 mm (9.1 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Monoshock, nitrogen canister |
| Rear wheel travel | 205 mm (8.1 inches) |
| Front tire | 3.00-21 |
| Rear tire | 5.10-18 |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Diameter | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Diameter | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Physical measures and capacities | |
| Dry weight | 113.4 kg (250.0 pounds) |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.3237 HP/kg |
| Overall height | 1170 mm (46.1 inches) |
| Overall length | 2210 mm (87.0 inches) |
| Overall width | 935 mm (36.8 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 275 mm (10.8 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1420 mm (55.9 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 12.00 litres (3.17 US gallons) |
| Other specifications | |
| Starter | Kick |
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| Further information | |
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| Ask questions | Join the 79 Yamaha IT discussion group or the general Yamaha discussion group. |
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