The Yamaha RX100 is a 98 cc two-stroke single-cylinder air-cooled motorcycle that was manufactured during the period 1985 and 1996 in Japan and India.
The Yamaha RX100 was manufactured in mid-80 and ended the production in the year 1996. Yamaha realised at that time the need of 100CC bikes after the failure of RD350. Yamaha RX100 was modified by riders for drag and dirt racing by modifying Expansion Chambers, Porting, Tuning, Sprocketing, Wheel Sizes(16" 17" 18") and Upgrades Like Bigger Carburettors, Air Filters, Quick Throttle, Disc Brakes, 5th Gear, Race Pistons, Racing CDI Systems, Grippier Tyres and Suspension Dampening were done to Extract the Maximum Potential Out of the Bike in Races.
The model was followed by the 132 cc RXG, (11.8Bhp) This Model was the Reply to the Stricter Emission Norm. RXG Had an Econominded Engine configuration with the Ports Tuned To get more Fuel-Efficieny And lesser Exhaust gas. But It came at a cost,robbing RXG of the signature RX-100 Exhaust Beat and Top End Power, The bike failed in the Market. Even after demise of RX100 it is India's most 2nd hand demanded motorcycle. There are still owners of RX100 who conduct rally's across country and also stunt teams who use the RX100 for their performance.
Features are as listed below:
Manufacturer: Yamaha
Also called: RX
Production: 1986-1996
Predecessor: Yamaha Rajdoot 350
Successor: RXG, RX-135, RXZ.
Class: Classic
Engine: 98 cc 2-stroke, reed valve, air-cooled, single-cylinder, gasoline 7 port torque induction
Top speed: 100-120 km/h (official)
Power: 11HP (8.206 kW) @ 7500 RPM
Torque: 10.39 Nm (1.06 kgf-m or 7.66 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Transmission: 4-speed constant mesh, multiplate clutch
Suspension: Telescopic Fork (Japanese kayaba) Front, Swing Arm (Adjustable 5 Positions) Rear
Brakes: Expanding Drum(both front and rear)
Tires: Wire spoked, 2.50-inch X 18-inch (4 ply rating) front tyre, 2.75-inch X 18-inch(6 ply rating) rear tyre.
Wheelbase: 1240 mm
Dimensions: L: 2040 mm
W:740 mm
H: 1050 mm
Seat height: 765 mm (29.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Weight: 95 Kg (dry)
103 Kg (wet)
Fuel capacity: 10.5 L (2.3 imp gal; 2.8 US gal)
Oil capacity: 1.3 L (1.4 US qt)
Fuel consumption: 35-45 km/L on highways and local 20-30 km/l
Turning radius : 2100 mm
Shift Pattern = 1-down 3-up (1-N-2-3-4)
Colours: Red, Black, Blue and Silver.
