Engineered by Yamaha for the enduro - offroad motorcycle segment, the 2004 Yamaha DT 175 pairs a 171 cc (10.4 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 17.5 HP (12.8 kW) at 7,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 18.6 Nm (13.7 lb-ft) at 5,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 102.3 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 reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
On the scales, the DT 175 measures 98 kg (216 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.18 HP/kg (5.6 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 830 mm (32.7 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,340 mm (52.8 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 9.5-liter (2.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 1974 to 2006, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
102.3 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.18 HP/kg (5.6 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
5,500–7,000 rpm
Standover Height
830 mm (32.7 in)
Engine
Displacement171.0 ccm (10.43 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Power17.5 HP (12.8 kW)) @ 7000 RPM
Torque18.6 Nm (1.9 kgf-m or 13.7 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM
Compression6.7:1
Bore x Stroke66.0 x 50.0 mm (2.6 x 2.0 inches)
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Rear SuspensionMonocross
Wheelbase1340 mm (52.8 inches)
Ground Clearance260 mm (10.2 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight98.0 kg (216.1 pounds)
Power/Weight0.1786 HP/kg
Seat Height830 mm (32.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1165 mm (45.9 inches)
Overall Length2110 mm (83.1 inches)
Overall Width865 mm (34.1 inches)
Fuel Capacity9.50 litres (2.51 US gallons)
Other
Color OptionsWhite/Blue, Black/Purple, White/Blue/Black
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