Positioned in Yamaha's enduro - offroad motorcycle lineup, the 1970 Yamaha CT1B 175 relies on a 175 cc (10.7 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 15.6 HP (11.4 kW) at 7,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 11.9 Nm (8.8 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 89.1 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (5,500 rpm) and peak power (7,000 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
The 7.19-liter (1.9 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Specific Output
89.1 HP/L
Power Band Window
5,500–7,000 rpm
Engine
Displacement175.0 ccm (10.68 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Power15.6 HP (11.4 kW)) @ 7000 RPM
Torque11.9 Nm (1.2 kgf-m or 8.8 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM
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Power
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Torque
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Transmission
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