Yamaha RX100 cost On Road in 1987 was ₹19764 (approximately) which is equivalent to around ₹90,000 so it wasn’t a affordable ride as compared to other rivals like CD100.
One of the most desired 2nd hand bikes in India, RX100 from Yamaha was a very popular bike from the 90s, Yamaha Rx100 new model is being surfaced as well to launch in next few years.
Yamaha RX100 SPECIFICATIONS
98cc, 2-stroke, air-cooled engine.
Best in class power to weight ratio
Maximum power of 11 BHP @ 7500 RPM.
Maximum torque of 10.39 NM @ 6500 rpm.
4-speed transmission.
Top speed of 100 KMPH.
0-60 KMPH in 7.5 seconds.
Dry weight of the bike is 95 Kg.
Front suspension - Japanese Kayaba telescopic fork, oil damped
Rear suspension - Swing arm, coil spring, oil damped
Front and rear brakes - 130mm internal expanding drum brakes.
The Bike was so successful and popular due to its sound and as a sign of masculinity as well.
It was called pocket rocket as well with 98kg of weight and 11bhp of power, it has the best power to weight ratio.
Rx100 has been used in many movies as well by lead actor or the negative influences, stunts was a major factor to feature this bike in south Indian movies.
The Yamaha RX 100 was really popular amongst the racers. The owners do modifications such as expansion chambers, porting, engine tuning, sprockets and changing the wheel sizes. Some other modifications that were also performed on the motorcycle included placement of bigger carburettors, air filters, quicker throttle and even disc brakes for better stopping power like we have installed on this one as well.
Sadly the production of this legendary motorcycle was stopped in 1996 and the success could never be replicated by the successors.
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