2012
Yamaha DT50X - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 590536 |
|---|---|
| Category | Super motard |
| Make | Yamaha |
| Model | DT50X |
| Year | 2012 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Semi-double craddle |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Single disc |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 245 mm (9.6 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | 35mm telescopic fork |
| Fronttyre | 110/70-17 |
| Rake | 24.5° |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 203 mm (8.0 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | Bottom-link |
| Reartyre | 130/70-17 |
| Trail | 72 mm (2.8 inches) |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 74.0 x 58.0 mm (2.9 x 2.3 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Wet multi-plate coil spring |
| Compression | 9.5:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Oil & air |
| Displacement | 249.00 ccm (15.19 cubic inches) |
| Driveline | Constant mesh |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Fuelconsumption | 2.56 litres/100 km (39.1 km/l or 91.88 mpg) |
| Fuelsystem | Injection |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Greenhousegases | 59.4 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Ignition | TCI |
| Lubricationsystem | Pressurized wet sump |
| Power | 18.00 HP (13.1 kW)) @ 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 19.00 Nm (1.9 kgf-m or 14.0 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
| Valvespercylinder | 2 |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | White |
|---|---|
| Comments | Sold in Japan. |
| Electrical | 12V 6Ah battery |
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 133.0 kg (293.2 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 9.60 litres (2.54 gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 250 mm (9.8 inches) |
| Oilcapacity | 1.40 litres (0.09 quarts) |
| Overallheight | 1,110 mm (43.7 inches) |
| Overalllength | 2,040 mm (80.3 inches) |
| Overallwidth | 805 mm (31.7 inches) |
| Powerweightratio | 0.1353 HP/kg |
| Seatheight | 790 mm (31.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
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.