Yamaha RX180: history, specs, pictures

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Yamaha RX180
Manufacturer
Also called RX 180
Production 1980
Class Classic
Engine
Air Cooled, Single Cylinder, 2 Stroke
Bore / Stroke 63.5mm x 63.5mm
Compression ratio 7:1
Horsepower 17.97 HP (13.4 KW) @ 7500RPM
Fuel System Carburetor
Transmission Gear box: 5-Speed

Final Drive: Chain

Clutch: Wet multiplate
Suspension Front: Ceriani telescopic fork
Rear: Hydraulic shock absorber with coil spring
Brakes Front: Drum
Rear: Drum
Wheelbase 50.0 inches (1270 mm)
Length 75.0 inches (1905 mm)
Width 34.09 inches (866 mm)
Weight
Recommended Oil Yamalube 10w-40
Manuals Service Manual


The Yamaha RX 180 was a Air Cooled, Single Cylinder, 2 Stroke Classic motorcycle produced by Yamaha in 1980. Claimed horsepower was 17.97 HP (13.4 KW) @ 7500 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

A 63.5mm bore x 63.5mm stroke result in a displacement of just 176.0 cubic centimeters.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 5-Speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multiplate.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

Stopping was achieved via Drum in the front and a Drum in the rear. The front suspension was a Ceriani telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a Hydraulic shock absorber with coil spring. The wheelbase was 50.0 inches (1270 mm) long.

1980 - 1985 Yamaha RX 180[edit | edit source]

The RX 180 was the most powerful motorcycle produced by Yamaha, between 1980 and 1985 in Brazil. This bike has a very good set of suspension and a great set of brakes.


In Media[edit | edit source]