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The Yamaha YSR50 is a miniature motorcycle that was produced and sold by Yamaha during the late 1980s and early 1990s. The bike featured an air-cooled 50 cc (3.1 cu in) two-stroke engine. The engine was sometimes swapped out for a larger variety.[1]

Yamaha YSR50

Manufacturer	Yamaha Motor Company
Production	1987–1992
Engine	49.3 cc (3.01 cu in), two-stroke, air-cooled, single
Transmission	5-speed manual
Wheelbase	41.4 in (1,050 mm)
Seat height	25.59 inches (650mm)
Weight	165.35lbs (75kg) (dry)
Fuel capacity	2.1 gallons

Its first production year was 1986, and it was last made in 1992. American Motorcyclist magazine stated its top speed was 38 mph (61 km/h).[2]

History

The first production model came out in Japan of 1986, and had the looks of a re-shaped and scaled down version of the YZR 500. It had a front disk brake and a rear drum brake.

The motorcycle also had a 5 speed transmission, the US had a very hard time considering the Motorcycle as a Moped because of the 5 speed transmission.

Color Scheme History

1987	White/Red
1988	White/Red	Blue/Yellow
1989	White/Red	White/Blue
1990	White/Red	Black/Gray
1991	White/Red	Black/Yellow
1992	White/Red	Black/Yellow

References

External links

• Yamaha YSR 50–80 – Nostalgic Sports Bikes
• Team Calamari

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