YAMAHA TW200 (2004-2005) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 2004, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Yamaha TW200, a dual sports motorcycle that packed the same technical, visual, and performance modifications as previous models without any significant changes whatsoever.

The last modification was made in 2001 when the maker replaced the kick starter with an electric starter and changed the front drum braking unit with a 220 mm disc coupled to a hydraulic caliper.

The Yamaha TW200 was a dual sports motorcycle that debuted in 1987 and was compared to the two-wheel-drive Rokon due to its large tires. It was also referred to as a two-wheeled quad.

Visually, the bike packed the same standard features as previous models, including a single headlight unit up front, a small fuel tank, a one-piece dual seat, a high-mounted single exhaust system, and wire-spoke wheels with fat off-road tires.

The 2004 Yamaha TW200 had its soul brought to life by a 196cc four-stroke single-cylinder air-cooled engine managed by a Mikuni carburetor, boasting 16 hp with maximum strength at 8,000 rpm and 15 Nm (11 lb-ft) torque at 7,000 rpm.

All the bike’s bits and pieces were mounted on a steel frame, like the 33 mm telescopic fork on the front, offering 160 mm wheel travel and a single shock absorber on the rear with 150 mm wheel travel, handling the bike's suspension and offering optimum handling capabilities.