Yamaha DT230 Lanza

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Yamaha DT230 Lanza
Manufacturer
Production 1997 - 2000
Class Enduro
Engine
Two stroke, single-cylinder.
Compression ratio 6.5:1
Horsepower 39.96 HP (29.8 KW) @ 8500RPM
Torque 27.29 ft/lbs (37.0 Nm) @ 7000RPM
Ignition CDI Digital
Transmission Gear box: 6-Speed

Final Drive: Chain

Clutch: Wet multi-plate
Frame Chrome-moly Steel Tube
Suspension Front: Oil telescopic forks
Rear: Motocross
Brakes Front: Single disc
Rear: Single disc
Front Tire 3.00-21
Rear Tire 4.60-18
Seat Height 865 mm / 34.0 in
Weight 121 kg / 266.7 lbs (dry), 129.0 kg (wet)
Recommended Oil Yamalube 10w-40
Fuel Capacity 11 Liters / 2.9 US gal
Manuals Service Manual

The Yamaha DT 230 LANZA was a Single cylinder, two stroke, liquid-cooled Enduro motorcycle produced by Yamaha in 1997. Max torque was 27.29 ft/lbs (37.0 Nm) @ 7000 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 39.96 HP (29.8 KW) @ 8500 RPM.


Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a Liquid cooled cooled Two stroke, single-cylinder.. The engine featured a 6.5:1 compression ratio.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 3.00-21 front tire and a 4.60-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single disc in the front and a Single disc in the rear. The front suspension was a Oil telescopic forks while the rear was equipped with a Motocross. The DT230 Lanza was fitted with a 11 Liters / 2.9 US gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 121 kg / 266.7 lbs.


1997 - 2000 Yamaha DT 230 LANZA[edit | edit source]


Photos[edit | edit source]

Overview[edit | edit source]

Designed for the Japanese market where users generally avoid models with a large chassis and high seat height, this lightweight, compact trail model debuted in 1997. It had a 2-stroke 224cc single-cylinder engine fitted with a traction control system, a newly designed frame, front and rear suspensions providing a good combination of cushioning performance and ease of leg reach to the ground, a multi-function digital instrument panel and more. It was packed full of performance and functions to heighten the joy of riding and operating the machine. The DT230 is the 1998 version that was equipped with an aluminum swingarm and the Yamaha Computerized Lubrication System (YCLS) that controlled the amount of lubrication oil used by the engine.


Specifications[edit | edit source]

Make Model Yamaha DT 230 Lanza
Year 1997-00
Engine Type Two stroke, single-cylinder.
Displacement 224 cc / 13.6 cu-in
Bore X Stroke 66.8 x 64 mm
Cooling System Liquid cooled
Compression 6.5:1
Induction Carburettor
Ignition CDI Digital
Starting Electric
Max Power 29.4 kW / 40 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque 36 NM / 3.7gf・m @ 7000 rpm
Transmission / Drive 6 Speed
Chain
Frame Chrome-moly Steel Tube
Front Suspension Oil telescopic forks
Rear Suspension Motocross
Front Brakes Single disc
Rear Brakes Single disc
Front Tire 3.00-21
Rear Tire 4.60-18
Seat Height 865 mm / 34.0 in
Dry Weight 121 kg / 266.7 lbs
Fuel Capacity 11 Liters / 2.9 US gal