Yamaha RT1 (1970-72)

The Yamaha RT-1 360 is a two-stroke, single-cylinder motorcycle manufactured from 1970 to 1972. It has a capacity of 351cc and a maximum power output of 30hp at 6000rpm. The bike features a five-speed transmission and a chain final drive. It has telescopic forks in the front and dual shocks in the rear, with drum brakes on both. The RT-1 has a wheelbase of 1400mm and a ground clearance of 255mm. It weighs 117kg and has a fuel capacity of 9 litres. The frame has a 29.5 degree rake and the bike comes with a 3.25 x 19 front tyre and a 4.00 x 19 rear tyre. The RT-1 was equipped with an autolube lubrication system and a VM32SH carburetor for efficient fuel delivery. The bike has a compression ratio of 6.8:1 and a maximum torque output of 26.0 lb-ft at 5500rpm. It has a classic design typical of motorcycles of its time and is a popular model among classic motorcycle enthusiasts today.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Yamaha RT-1 360

Year: 1970 – 72
Engine: Two stroke, five port, single cylinder
Capacity: 351 cc / 21.4 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 80 x 70 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 6.8;1
Lubrication: Autolube
Induction: VM32SH carburetor
Ignition: Magneto
Starting: Kick
Max Power: 30 hp / 22.3 kW @ 6000 rpm
Max Torque: 26.0 lb-ft @ 5 500 rpm
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: Telescopic forks
Rear Suspension: Dual shocks
Front Brakes: Drum
Rear Brakes: Drum
Front Tyre: 3.25 x 19
Rear Tyre: 4.00 x 19
Rake: 29.5 degrees
Trail: 137 mm / 5.3 in
Wheelbase: 1400 mm / 55.1 in
Ground Clearance: 255 mm / 10.0 in
Wet Weight: 117 kg / 258 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 9 Litres / 2.3 US gal