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Relax, chill out and savour the retro Why experience, style for the rider who doesn’t need to try too hard. Why is where modern Yamaha engineering meets the solid values of the past
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General moped information |
Model name
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Yamaha Why |
Year of manufacture
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2006 |
Type
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Scooter |
Rating
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Engine and transmission |
Engine size
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49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches) |
Type of engine
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Single cylinder, two-stroke |
Output
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3.4 HP (2.4 kW)) @ 6500 RPM |
Torque
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3.9 Nm (0.4 kgf-m or 2.8 ft.lbs) @ 6200 RPM |
Compression
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11.2:1 |
Bore x stroke
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40.0 x 39.2 mm (1.6 x 1.5 inches) |
Fuel system
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Carburettor |
Ignition
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Electric (CDI) |
Lubrication system
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Seperate lubrification |
Cooling system
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Air |
Gearbox
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5-speed |
Transmission type
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Chain (final drive) |
Clutch
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Automatic centrifugal |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
Front suspension
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Hydraulic and telescopic fork |
Rear suspension
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Swingarm with single shock |
Front tire
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70/90-16 |
Rear tire
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80/90-16 |
Front brakes
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Single disc |
Diameter
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220 mm (8.7 inches) |
Rear brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake) |
Diameter
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110 mm (4.3 inches) |
Physical measures and capacities |
Dry weight
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73.0 kg (160.9 pounds) |
Power/weight ratio
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0.0459 HP/kg |
Seat height
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765 mm (30.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
Overall height
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1105 mm (43.5 inches) |
Overall length
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1940 mm (76.4 inches) |
Overall width
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685 mm (27.0 inches) |
Ground clearance
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125 mm (4.9 inches) |
Wheelbase
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1294 mm (50.9 inches) |
Fuel capacity
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7.20 litres (1.90 US gallons) |
Other specifications |
Starter
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Electric & kick |
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