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Classic · 1969

90 Roadster

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35 /100 Commuter
Power
10 HP
Top Speed
95 km/h
Torque
6 Nm
Engine
89 ccm

1969 Jawa 90 Roadster Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Jawa for the classic motorcycle segment, the 1969 Jawa 90 Roadster pairs a 88.7 cc (5.4 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 10.2 HP (7.4 kW) at 6,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 6.4 Nm (4.7 lb-ft) at 5,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 115 HP per liter and a 1,000 rpm working window between peak torque (5,500 rpm) and peak power (6,500 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the 90 Roadster measures 85 kg (187 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.12 HP/kg (8.33 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,130 mm (44.5 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry.

Specific Output
115 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.12 HP/kg (8.33 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
5,500–6,500 rpm
Engine
Displacement 88.7 ccm (5.41 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, two-stroke
Engine Details Single cylinder, two-stroke
Power 10.2 HP (7.4 kW)) @ 6500 RPM
Torque 6.4 Nm (0.6 kgf-m or 4.7 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM
Compression 8.5:1
Fuel System Carburettor. Jikov
Cooling Air
Max RPM 8000
Transmission
Gearbox 5-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed 95.0 km/h (59.0 mph)
Fuel Consumption 3.20 litres/100 km (31.3 km/l or 73.51 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases 74.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Wheelbase 1130 mm (44.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 2.5-18
Rear Tyre 2.75-18
Front Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front Brake Ø 125 mm (4.9 inches)
Rear Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brake Ø 125 mm (4.9 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl. 85.0 kg (187.4 pounds)
Alt. Seat Height 780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, highest setting.
Overall Length 1930 mm (76.0 inches)
Overall Width 600 mm (23.6 inches)
Other
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