At the heart of the 1990 Yamaha DT 50 enduro - offroad motorcycle, Yamaha relies on a 49 cc (3 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 7 HP (5.1 kW) at 7,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive.
On the scales, the DT 50 measures 98.4 kg (217 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.07 HP/kg (14.06 kg per horsepower).
Power-to-Weight
0.07 HP/kg (14.06 kg/HP)
Engine
Displacement49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Power7.0 HP (5.1 kW)) @ 7000 RPM
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Mikuni
CoolingLiquid
Max RPM10000
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed90.0 km/h (55.9 mph)
0-400m21.00 seconds
Fuel Consumption4.70 litres/100 km (21.3 km/l or 50.05 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases109.0 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Wheels & Brakes
Front BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight98.4 kg (217.0 pounds)
Power/Weight0.0711 HP/kg
Other
StarterKick
Notes
Good beginner bike as you can drive it at 14. Makes noteable more power when baffle removed from exhaust. Can be wheelied with alot of tug.
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Brakes
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Transmission
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