YAMAHA YD-2 (1958-1961) Specs, Performance & Photos
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Segment: Naked / Road
Production years: 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961
YD-2, the first Yamaha motorcycle which had an electric start, had a 250cc, twin cylinder, 2-stroke engine and a monocoque frame.
YAMAHA YD-2 1958-1961
YAMAHA YD-2 250
| engine specs | Type: | Twin cylinder, two stroke, air-cooled | Displacement: | 249 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | 2.1x2.1 in OR 53 mm | Compression Ratio: | - | Horsepower: | 14.5/6000 KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | 0/5000 lb-ft/RPM OR 0 Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | Carburetor |
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| transmission specs | Gearbox: | 3-Speed | Clutch: | Wet multi-discs | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | Chain |
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| chassis specs | Frame: | - | Front Suspension: | Telescopic forks | Rear Suspension: | Swing arm | Front Brake: | Drum | Rear Brake: | Drum |
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| dimension specs | Overall Length: | - | Overall Width: | - | Seat Height: | - | Wheelbase: | - | Ground Clearance: | - | Weight: | 304 lbs OR 138 kg | Fuel Capacity: | - |
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| tyres specs | Front: | 2.50 -16 | Rear: | 2.50 -16 |
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| power system specs | Power pack: | - | Nominal Capacity: | - | Maximum Capacity: | - | Charger type: | - | Charging time (normal): | - | Charging time (quick): | - | Range: | - |
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