1979
Yamaha LB 3 bop 80 - Specifications & Review

Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 473245 |
|---|---|
| Category | Scooter |
| Make | Yamaha |
| Model | LB 3 bop 80 |
| Year | 1979 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frontbrakes | Expanding brake |
|---|---|
| Fronttyre | 4.00-10 |
| Rearbrakes | Expanding brake |
| Reartyre | 4.00-10 |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 47.0 x 42.0 mm (1.9 x 1.7 inches) |
|---|---|
| Compression | 5.8:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Air |
| Displacement | 73.00 ccm (4.45 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Gearbox | 3-speed |
| Power | 5.00 HP (3.6 kW)) @ 6700 RPM |
| Topspeed | 65.0 km/h (40.4 mph) |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Fuelcapacity | 3.50 litres (0.92 gallons) |
|---|---|
| Weightincloilgasetc | 82.0 kg (180.8 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.
