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GT80 B

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35 /100 Commuter
Power/Weight
0.08 hp/kg
Top Speed
91 km/h
Torque
6 Nm
Engine
72 ccm

1975 Yamaha GT80 B Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Yamaha's enduro - offroad motorcycle platform, the 1975 Yamaha GT80 B pairs a 72 cc (4.4 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 4.9 HP (3.6 kW) while maximum torque reaches 6.1 Nm (4.5 lb-ft) at 7,200 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 68.1 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the GT80 B measures 60.3 kg (133 lbs) wet (curb). The 4.92-liter (1.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 91 km/h (57 mph).

Specific Output
68.1 HP/L
Engine
Displacement 72.0 ccm (4.39 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, two-stroke
Engine Details Single cylinder, two-stroke
Power 4.9 HP (3.6 kW))
Torque 6.1 Nm (0.6 kgf-m or 4.5 ft.lbs) @ 7200 RPM
Compression 6.0:1
Bore x Stroke 47.0 x 42.0 mm (1.9 x 1.7 inches)
Fuel System Carburettor. Teikei
Ignition Points type Ignition
Lubrication Auto Lube
Cooling Air
Max RPM 8000
Transmission
Gearbox 4-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch Wet plate
Performance
Top Speed 91.0 km/h (56.5 mph)
Exhaust Single tuned pipe
Chassis
Frame Type Steel
Rake 32.0°
Front Suspension Inverted forks
Front Travel 102 mm (4.0 inches)
Rear Suspension non-adjustable dual shock
Rear Travel 76 mm (3.0 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 2.50-15
Rear Tyre 2.75-14
Front Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front Brake Ø 127 mm (5.0 inches)
Rear Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brake Ø 127 mm (5.0 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 59.0 kg (130.0 pounds)
Weight incl. 60.3 kg (133.0 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.0831 HP/kg
Fuel Capacity 4.92 litres (1.30 US gallons)
Other
Starter Kick
Color Options White/Competition Yellow
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