Difference between revisions of "Suzuki RM100"

**Suzuki RM100**
Manufacturer	Suzuki
Also called	RM 100
Production	1979 - 2003
Class	Motocross
Engine	100cc Air-cooled Single Cylinder Two-stroke, Reed Valve
Bore / Stroke	52.5mm x 45.8mm
Compression ratio	8.8:1
Horse Power	52.97 HP (39.5 KW) @ 11500RPM
Torque	10.33 ft/lbs (14.0 Nm) @ 10500RPM
Fuel system	Keihin PWK28 Carburetor
Sparkplug	NGK B9EV '75-79; NGK B9EGV '80-81; NGK R6252K-105 '03
Battery	9.6:1
Transmission	Gear box: 6-Speed ; Final Drive: Chain ; Clutch: Wet, multiplate ;
Suspension	Front: Inverted, Leading Axle, 18-way Adjustable Compression Damping ; Rear: Link-type, Fully-adj. Spring Preload, 4-way Adjustable Rebound Damping, 16-way Adjustable Rebound Damping
Brakes	Front: Single Hydraulic Disc ; Rear: Single Hydraulic Disc
Front Tire	3.00-21 '75-81; 70/100-19 '03
Rear Tire	6675 '77-81; 90/100-16 '03; 3.50-18 '75-76
Wheelbase	50.79 inches (1290 mm)
Dimensions	L 75.2 inches (1910 mm); W 28.9 inches (734 mm); H 43.5 inches (1105 mm);
Seat height	34.29 inches (871 mm)
Weight	149.91 pounds (68.0 Kg) (dry), 75.0 kg (wet)
Fuel capacity	1.45 Gallon (5.50 Liters)
Manuals	Service Manual
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Revision as of 13:24, 24 May 2019

The Suzuki RM100 was a 100cc air-cooled, single cylinder, Two-stroke, Reed Valve motocross dirtbike motorcycle produced by Suzuki between 1979 and 2003. Max torque was 10.33 ft/lbs (14.0 Nm) @ 10500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 52.97 HP (39.5 KW) @ 11500 RPM.

Overview

The reliable two-stroke engine produces smooth power at any rpm with an emphasis on low to mid-range performance. The RM100 delivers class-leading handling for both experienced racers and rookie riders alike. The letters "RM" stand for "Racing Model" and the motorcycles produced with this prefix in their model names are suited to use in motocross racing.

Engine

The engine was a liquid cooled Air-cooled Single Cylinder Two-stroke, Reed Valve. A 52.5mm bore x 45.8mm stroke result in a displacement of just 98.0 cubic centimeters.

Drive

The bike has a 6-Speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet, multiplate clutch.

Chassis

It came with a 70/100-19 42M front tire and a 90/100-16 52M rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single Hydraulic Disc in the front and a Single Hydraulic Disc in the rear. The front suspension was a Inverted, Leading Axle, 18-way Adjustable Compression Damping while the rear was equipped with a Link-type, Fully-adj. Spring Preload, 4-way Adjustable Rebound Damping, 16-way Adjustable Rebound Damping. The RM100 was fitted with a 1.45 Gallon (5.50 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 149.91 pounds (68.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 50.79 inches (1290 mm) long.

1976 RM100A

1976 Suzuki RM100A

FRAME #: RM100-10001
ENGINE #: RM10u-10001
ENGINE TYPE: . . . 98cc
MODEL CODE: . . . 416
COLOR: Aspen Yellow
Down-pipe
5 speed transmission

1977 RM100B

1977 Suzuki RM100B
1977 Suzuki RM100B in Yellow
1977 Suzuki RM100B in Yellow
1977 Suzuki RM100B in Yellow
1977 Suzuki RM100B in Yellow
1977 Suzuki RM100B in Yellow
1977 Suzuki RM100B in Yellow
1978 Suzuki RM80 in Yellow
1978 Suzuki RM80 in Yellow
1978 Suzuki RM80 in Yellow

FRAME #: RM100-16022
ENGINE #: RM100-16024
ENGINE TYPE: 98cc Two-stroke
MODEL CODE: 416
COLOR: Yellow
Up-pipe
Black tank emblem

1978 RM100C

1978 Suzuki RM100C

FRAME #: RM100-23120
ENGINE #: .... RM100-23134
ENGINE TYPE: ... 98cc Two-stroke
MODEL CODE: ... 416
COLOR: Yellow
Tank emblem yellow with black outline
Leading axle forks

1979 RM100N

1979 Suzuki RM100N
1979 Suzuki RM100
1979 Suzuki RM100

FRAME #: RM100-28312
ENGINE #: .. RM100-28328
ENGINE TYPE: ... 98cc Two-stroke
MODEL CODE: ... 402
COLOR: Yellow
Plastic fuel tank
Three tone blue tank and side cover stripes

1980 RM100T

1980 Suzuki RM100T
1980 Suzuki RM100 in Yellow
1980 Suzuki RM100 in Yellow
1980 Suzuki RM100 in Yellow
1980 Suzuki RM100 in Yellow
1980 Suzuki RM100 in Yellow

FRAME #: RM100-33044
ENGINE #: RM100-27822
ENGINE TYPE: 98cc Two-stroke
MODEL CODE: 402
COLOR: Yellow
Three tone blue tank stripes under Suzuki decal

1981 RM100X

1981 Suzuki RM100X

V.I.N. #: JS1RE11A B 100001
ENGINE PREFIX: RM100-
ENGINE TYPE: 98cc Two-stroke
MODEL CODE: 402
COLOR: Yellow
White outlined Suzuki over three tone blue tank stripes

2003

2003 Suzuki RM100 in Yellow
2003 Suzuki RM100 in Yellow
2003 Suzuki RM100 in Yellow
2003 Suzuki RM100 in Yellow
2003 Suzuki RM100
2003 Suzuki RM100

The 2003 Suzuki RM100 was simply a rebranded Kawasaki KX100 made possible by their agreement to exchange certain models.

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