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U7E

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35 /100 Commuter
Power/Weight
0.06 hp/kg
Top Speed
85 km/h
Engine
72 ccm

1972 Yamaha U7E Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Yamaha for the scooter motorcycle segment, the 1972 Yamaha U7E relies on a 72 cc (4.4 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 4.9 HP (3.6 kW) at 6,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 3-speed gearbox. 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 U7E measures 77 kg (170 lbs) dry.

Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 1972 to 1973, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

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)) @ 6500 RPM
Compression 6.8:1
Bore x Stroke 47.0 x 42.0 mm (1.9 x 1.7 inches)
Cooling Air
Transmission
Gearbox 3-speed
Performance
Top Speed 85.0 km/h (52.8 mph)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 225-17
Rear Tyre 250-17
Front Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 77.0 kg (169.8 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.0636 HP/kg
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