1979
Yamaha IT - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 765764 |
|---|---|
| Category | Enduro-offroad |
| Make | Yamaha |
| Model | IT |
| Year | 1979 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Tubular Steel Double Cradle |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Frontsuspension | Forks |
| Fronttyre | -3.00-21-4PR |
| Frontwheeltravel | 230 mm (9.1 inches) |
| Rearbrakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rearsuspension | Monoshock, nitrogen canister |
| Reartyre | -4.50-18-4PR |
| Rearwheeltravel | 205 mm (8.1 inches) |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 85.0 x 0.0 mm (3.3 x inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Wet multiple disc |
| Coolingsystem | Air |
| Displacement | 397.00 ccm (24.22 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Exhaustsystem | Expansion chamber |
| Fuelsystem | Carburettor. Mikuni |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Ignition | Magneto type |
| Lubricationsystem | Pre mix |
| Topspeed | 136.8 km/h (85.0 mph) |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
Other Specifications
| Starter | Kick |
|---|
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 113.4 kg (250.0 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 12.00 litres (3.17 gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 275 mm (10.8 inches) |
| Overallheight | 1,170 mm (46.1 inches) |
| Overalllength | 2,210 mm (87.0 inches) |
| Overallwidth | 935 mm (36.8 inches) |
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.