Yamaha DX100
Manufacturer | Yamaha Motors |
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Parent company | Yamaha |
Successor | Yamaha RX 115 |
Class | Standard |
Engine | 100 cc (6.1 cu in) Two-stroke single |
Top speed | 100 KMPH (Apx) |
Power | 8 HP |
Ignition type | CB Points |
Transmission | 4 speed (All up: N-1-2-3-4) |
Brakes | Drum |
Oil capacity | 600 ml |
Related | Yamaha YB100 |
Yamaha DX100 is a 100cc, air-cooled, 2-stroke commuter motorcycle manufactured by Yamaha Motor Company from 1975 to 1981.
It has a 4-speed gearbox utilizing an all-up configuration with a toe-hill shifter. The engine produces approximately 8 hp with in a narrow RPM band. The bike is equipped with front and rear drum brakes. Electrics are 6 volt, and 2-stroke oil is injected to cylinder through Auto-Lube.
Top speed with a single rider is approximately 90 km/h. Although good for city commuting, the bike lacks power and speed to keep up with freeway speeds.
Yamaha DX100 is very closely related to the more popular Yamaha YB100 with slightly different graphics and fuel tank shape. However, both are mechanically the same.
Yamaha DX100 was aimed against competitors such as Suzuki A100 and Suzuki A80.