2018
Yamaha Cygnus Alpha - Specifications & Review

Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 344122 |
|---|---|
| Category | Scooter |
| Make | Yamaha |
| Model | Cygnus Alpha |
| Year | 2018 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Underbone |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Single disc. Optional drum |
| Frontsuspension | Telescopic fork |
| Fronttyre | 90/100-10 |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc. Optional drum |
| Rearsuspension | UNit swing |
| Reartyre | 90/100-10 |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 50.0 x 57.8 mm (2.0 x 2.3 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Dry, centrifugal, shoe |
| Compression | 9.2:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Air |
| Displacement | 113.00 ccm (6.90 cubic inches) |
| Driveline | V-Belt Automatic |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Carburettor |
| Gearbox | Automatic |
| Ignition | C.D.I.(Capacitor Discharge lgnition) |
| Lubricationsystem | Wet sump |
| Power | 7.20 HP (5.3 kW)) @ 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 8.10 Nm (0.8 kgf-m or 6.0 ft.lbs) @ 5000 RPM |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Belt |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Blue, cyan, black |
|---|---|
| Electrical | 12 V, 5 AH (10 HR) battery. |
| Starter | Electric & kick |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Fuelcapacity | 5.20 litres (1.37 gallons) |
|---|---|
| Groundclearance | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Overallheight | 1,125 mm (44.3 inches) |
| Overalllength | 1,795 mm (70.7 inches) |
| Overallwidth | 700 mm (27.6 inches) |
| Seatheight | 775 mm (30.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weightincloilgasetc | 102.0 kg (224.9 pounds) |
About Yamaha
Country of Origin:
Japan
Founder:
Nippon Gakki (Genichi Kawakami led motorcycle entry)
Best Known For:
R-series sportbikes, MT nakeds, YZ/WR off-road, Ténéré ADV
Company History
Yamaha blends engineering polish with musical-instrument attention to feel. From the RD two-strokes to modern crossplane R1s, its sportbikes emphasize chassis communication and reliability. Off-road, YZ/WR platforms define durability and race-fed development, while Ténéré ADV models offer long-legged, serviceable travel. Global dealer depth, parts commonality, and conservative updates make Yamahas easy to own and hard to break. The brand’s hallmark is balance: machines that work on Monday, thrill on Sunday, and keep their manners for decades.
