1990 Yangtze 750 Standard A (with sidecar) Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around Yangtze's motorcycle platform, the 1990 Yangtze 750 Standard A (with sidecar) relies on a 745 cc (45.5 cu in) air-cooled two cylinder boxer, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 22 HP (16.1 kW) at 4,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 29.5 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 750 Standard A (with sidecar) measures 350 kg (772 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.06 HP/kg (15.91 kg per horsepower). The 23-liter (6.1 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 90 km/h (56 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's Yangtze archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 1989 to 1992, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
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