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2012 Yamaha YFM90 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in Yamaha's atv motorcycle lineup, the 2012 Yamaha YFM90 features a 88 cc (5.4 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke configuration. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 47.0 x 51.0 mm (1.9 x 2.0 inches) with a 10.2:1 compression ratio.

On the scales, the YFM90 measures 120 kg (265 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 654 mm (25.7 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,010 mm (39.8 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 4.8-liter (1.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 2009 to 2019, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Standover Height
654 mm (25.7 in)
Engine
Displacement 88.0 ccm (5.37 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Engine Details Single cylinder, four-stroke
Compression 10.2:1
Bore x Stroke 47.0 x 51.0 mm (1.9 x 2.0 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 2
Fuel System Carburettor. TK SVR 22 mm
Fuel Control Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Cooling Air
Transmission
Gearbox Automatic
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Driveline 2WD. Automatic CVT.
Chassis
Front Suspension Independent double wishbone
Front Travel 78 mm (3.1 inches)
Rear Suspension Swingarm
Rear Travel 83 mm (3.3 inches)
Wheelbase 1010 mm (39.8 inches)
Ground Clearance 100 mm (3.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 18/7-8
Rear Tyre 18/9-8
Front Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brakes Single disc. Hydraulic
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl. 120.0 kg (264.6 pounds)
Seat Height 654 mm (25.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height 910 mm (35.8 inches)
Overall Length 1490 mm (58.7 inches)
Overall Width 885 mm (34.8 inches)
Fuel Capacity 4.80 litres (1.27 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Blue
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