Yamaha YAS 1: history, specs, pictures

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Yamaha YAS 1
Manufacturer
Also called YAS1
Production 1970 - 1971
Engine
twin, two-stroke
Bore / Stroke 43.0mm x 43.0mm
Top Speed 68 mph (110 km/h)
Horsepower 14.62 HP (10.9 KW) @ 8500RPM
Fuel System carburetor
Transmission Gear box: 5-speed
Final Drive: chain
Brakes Front: expanding brake
Rear: expanding brake (drum brake)
Front Tire 2.25-17
Rear Tire 2.50-17
Weight 105.0 kg (wet)
Recommended Oil Yamalube 10w-40
Fuel Capacity 2.51 Gallon (9.50 Liters)
Manuals Service Manual


The Yamaha YAS1 was a twin, two-stroke standard produced by Yamaha between 1970 and 1971. It could reach a top speed of 68 mph (110 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 14.62 HP (10.9 KW) @ 8500 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a air cooled twin, two-stroke. A 43.0mm bore x 43.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 125.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a port control.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 5-speed transmission.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 2.25-17 front tire and a 2.50-17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via expanding brake in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The YAS1 was fitted with a 2.51 Gallon (9.50 Liters) fuel tank.