XT 350 (reduced effect)

1990 Yamaha XT 350 (reduced effect) Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 1990 Yamaha XT 350 (reduced effect) enduro - offroad motorcycle, Yamaha utilizes a 346 cc (21.1 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 17 HP (12.4 kW) at 7,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 49.1 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.

On the scales, the XT 350 (reduced effect) measures 150 kg (331 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.11 HP/kg (8.82 kg per horsepower). The 12-liter (3.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 116 km/h (72 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 1986 to 1990, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.