1982 Yamaha RD 80 LC

Yamaha RD 80 LC 1982


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General information
Model name Yamaha RD 80 LC
Year 1982
Category Sport
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Engine and transmission
Displacement 79.0 ccm (4.82 cubic inches)
Engine type Single cylinder, two-stroke
Power 10.0 HP (7.3 kW)) @ 8500 RPM
Torque 9.4 Nm (1.0 kgf-m or 6.9 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Top speed 128.7 km/h (80.0 mph)
Max RPM 12000
Compression 7.1:1
Bore x stroke 49.0 x 42.0 mm (1.9 x 1.7 inches)
Fuel system Carburettor. Mikuni VM18
Ignition CDI
Lubrication system Wet sump
Cooling system Oil & air
Gearbox 6-speed
Transmission type Chain (final drive)
Clutch Wet plate
Exhaust system Single expansion chamber
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Steel cradle
Front suspension Telescopic forks
Rear suspension Yamaha monoshock
Front tire 2.50 -18
Rear tire 2.76 -18
Front brakes Single disc. Single sliding piston caliper
Rear brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 78.0 kg (172.0 pounds)
Power/weight ratio 0.1282 HP/kg
Seat height 765 mm (30.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height 790 mm (31.1 inches)
Overall length 2035 mm (80.1 inches)
Overall width 685 mm (27.0 inches)
Ground clearance 195 mm (7.7 inches)
Wheelbase 1230 mm (48.4 inches)
Fuel capacity 10.00 litres (2.64 US gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity 1.10 litres (0.29 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options White or blue
Starter Kick
Comments This is the UK model. Only in production for 4 years 1979/82.
Modifications compared to previous model No changes in any year (Europe got a different model a RD125LC lookalike).
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