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1994

YZF 750 R

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57 /100 Balanced
Power/Weight
0.64 hp/kg
Torque
80 Nm
Engine
749 ccm

1994 Yamaha YZF 750 R Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Yamaha's motorcycle platform, the 1994 Yamaha YZF 750 R features a 749 cc (45.7 cu in) in-line four, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 125 HP (91.2 kW) at 12,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 80.4 Nm (59.3 lb-ft) at 9,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox. With a specific output of 166.9 HP per liter and a 2,500 rpm working window between peak torque (9,500 rpm) and peak power (12,000 rpm), the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.

On the scales, the YZF 750 R measures 194 kg (428 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.64 HP/kg (1.55 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 785 mm (30.9 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance. The 19-liter (5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 1993 to 1996, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
166.9 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.64 HP/kg (1.55 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
9,500–12,000 rpm
Standover Height
785 mm (30.9 in)
Engine
Displacement 749.0 ccm (45.70 cubic inches)
Engine Type In-line four, four-stroke
Engine Details In-line four, four-stroke
Power 125.0 HP (91.2 kW)) @ 12000 RPM
Torque 80.4 Nm (8.2 kgf-m or 59.3 ft.lbs) @ 9500 RPM
Valves/Cylinder 5
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Wheels & Brakes
Front Brakes Dual disc
Rear Brakes Single disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 194.0 kg (427.7 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.6443 HP/kg
Seat Height 785 mm (30.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity 19.00 litres (5.02 US gallons)
Reserve Fuel 3.50 litres (0.92 US gallons)
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Seat Height
78.5 cm / 30.9 in
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Medium weight — some experience needed
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