1972
Yamaha DS 7 - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 988095 |
|---|---|
| Category | Allround |
| Make | Yamaha |
| Model | DS 7 |
| Year | 1972 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frontbrakes | Expanding brake |
|---|---|
| Fronttyre | 3.00-18 |
| Rearbrakes | Expanding brake |
| Reartyre | 3.25-18 |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 54.0 x 54.0 mm (2.1 x 2.1 inches) |
|---|---|
| Compression | 7.1:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Air |
| Displacement | 247.00 ccm (15.07 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Twin, two-stroke |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Power | 24.00 HP (17.5 kW)) @ 7500 RPM |
| Topspeed | 140.0 km/h (87.0 mph) |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Fuelcapacity | 12.00 litres (3.17 gallons) |
|---|---|
| Weightincloilgasetc | 146.0 kg (321.9 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.