2016
Yamaha Cygnus X - Specifications & Review

Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 502867 |
|---|---|
| Category | Scooter |
| Make | Yamaha |
| Model | Cygnus X |
| Year | 2016 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frontbrakes | Single disc |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 216 mm (8.5 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | Telescopic fork |
| Fronttyre | 110/70-12 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 78 mm (3.1 inches) |
| Rearbrakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 150 mm (5.9 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | UNit swing |
| Reartyre | 120/70-12 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 96 mm (3.8 inches) |
| Seat | Contoured dual seat |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 52.4 x 57.9 mm (2.1 x 2.3 inches) |
|---|---|
| Compression | 10.0:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Air |
| Displacement | 125.00 ccm (7.63 cubic inches) |
| Driveline | V-Belt Automatic |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Injection |
| Gearbox | Automatic |
| Ignition | Transistorised |
| Lubricationsystem | Wet sump |
| Power | 10.73 HP (7.8 kW)) @ 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 9.30 Nm (0.9 kgf-m or 6.9 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Belt |
Other Specifications
| Carryingcapacity | Full-size helmet storage under the dual seat. Glovebox in the knee-panel |
|---|---|
| Coloroptions | Silver, white, black |
| Starter | Electric & kick |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 112.0 kg (246.9 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 7.40 litres (1.96 gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 113 mm (4.4 inches) |
| Overallheight | 1,150 mm (45.3 inches) |
| Overalllength | 1,855 mm (73.0 inches) |
| Overallwidth | 685 mm (27.0 inches) |
| Powerweightratio | 0.0958 HP/kg |
| Seatheight | 785 mm (30.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weightincloilgasetc | 120.0 kg (264.6 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.
