Positioned in Jawa's classic motorcycle lineup, the 1977 Jawa 50 - 20 - Yezdi - Colt features a 60 cc (3.7 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 3.6 HP (2.6 kW) at 6,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 3-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 60 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
Specific Output
60 HP/L
Engine
Displacement60.0 ccm (3.66 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Power3.6 HP (2.6 kW)) @ 6000 RPM
Compression8.2:1
IgnitionKick start
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox3-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchDouble plate, cork lined with 5 springs, running in oil bath.
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