Yamaha DT360: history, specs, pictures
'Yamaha DT 360A' | |
Manufacturer | [[Yamaha]] |
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Production | 1973 |
Class | [[:Category:Enduro motorcycles|Enduro]] [[Category:Enduro motorcycles]] |
Predecessor | Yamaha RT3 |
Successor | Yamaha DT400 |
Engine | 360cc Single cylinder, two stroke, air-cooled |
Bore / Stroke | 78.7mm x 78.7mm |
Compression ratio | 6.4:1 |
Top Speed | 83 mph (133 km/h) |
Horsepower | 32.05 HP (23.9 KW) @ 6000RPM |
Torque | 25.82 ft/lbs (35.0 Nm) @ 6500RPM |
Spark Plug | NGK B8ES '74 |
Battery | YUASA 6N4B-2A-3 '74 |
Transmission | Gear box: 5-Speed Final Drive: Chain |
Suspension | Front: Telescopic forks Rear: Dual shocks |
Brakes | Front: Drum Rear: Drum |
Front Tire | 3.00-21 |
Rear Tire | 4.00-18 |
Wheelbase | 56.1 inches (1425 mm) |
Weight | 134.0 kg (wet) |
Fuel Capacity | 2.38 Gallon (9.00 Liters) |
Related | Yamaha RT360, Yamaha MX360 |
Competition | Kawasaki F9 Bighorn (350cc) |
Manuals | Service Manual |
The Yamaha DT 360A was a Single cylinder, two stroke, air-cooled Enduro motorcycle produced by Yamaha in 1973. Max torque was 25.82 ft/lbs (35.0 Nm) @ 6500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 32.05 HP (23.9 KW) @ 6000 RPM.
Overview
The Yamaha DT360A was a single cylinder 360cc dual-purpose street and trail motorcycle sold under the Enduro-model family produced by Yamaha in 1974. In fact 1974 was the first and only year of the DT360A and also the final year of the production 360 (351 c.c. engine) series Enduro from Yamaha. Model year 1975 saw the introduction of the very successful DT400. The 360 Enduro series was originally introduced in the third model year of the wildly successful Enduro line in 1970 with the RT1. Yamaha also rolled out a motocross only version as well called the RT1M which came with knobby tires on the front and rear, high rise front fender, a high performance upswept expansion chamber tuned exhaust pipe, different front and rear sprockets geared for racing, a close ratio 5-speed transmission, number plate sans headlight, tailight, keyed ignition switch, tach and speedometer. 1971 saw the roll out of the RT1-B 360 followed in 1972 by the RT2 and in 1973 the RT3 was the last year 360 using the little modified frame and endine design that was originally introduced on the 1968 DT1 250. In 1974 the DT360A received a new frame design with higher ground clearance, longer fork and rear cushion (shock) travel, relocated foot pegs, a longer wheelbase and numerous other improvements most all of which were gleaned from lessons learned by Yamaha's seasoned race teams.
The Yamaha DT360 had adequate ground clearance, raised rear and front fenders, cross braced handle bars, a raised and tucked exhaust system, however the rear utility rack was offered as an option on all of the Enduro models including the DT360A.
Engine
A 78.7mm bore x 78.7mm stroke result in a displacement of just 351.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive
The bike has a 5-Speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-plate.
Chassis
It came with a 3.00-21 front tire and a 4.00-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Drum in the front and a Drum in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic forks while the rear was equipped with a Dual shocks. The wheelbase was 56.1 inches (1425 mm) long.
1973 - 1975 Yamaha DT 360A
The DT360A has a new frame longer and heavier than that of old enduro. This bike can go 10 to 15 24 Km (15 mph) faster than last year enduro with less rider effort.
1974
Photos
- Starting Engine#: 446-000101
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