1980
Yamaha MR50 - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 527908 |
|---|---|
| Category | Enduro-offroad |
| Make | Yamaha |
| Model | MR50 |
| Year | 1980 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Semi-double cradle, steel tubular |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Expanding brake (drum brake). Mechanical drum brake Leading - Trailing |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 110 mm (4.3 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | Telescopic |
| Fronttyre | 2.50-18-4PR |
| Rake | 27.3° |
| Rearbrakes | Expanding brake (drum brake). Mechanical drum brake Leading - Trailing |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 110 mm (4.3 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | Swing arm monocross suspension |
| Reartyre | 3.00-16-4PR |
| Seat | Plain |
| Trail | 94 mm (3.7 inches) |
| Wheels | Chrome multi-spoke |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 40.0 x 39.7 mm (1.6 x 1.6 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc |
| Compression | 6.0:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Air |
| Displacement | 49.00 ccm (2.99 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Exhaustsystem | single pipe |
| Fuelsystem | Carburettor. VM16SH carburetor |
| Ignition | Magneto ignition |
| Topspeed | 100.0 km/h (62.1 mph) |
Other Specifications
| Carryingcapacity | Chrome rear pack rack. |
|---|---|
| Coloroptions | Yellow/Black and Grey/Black |
| Factorywarranty | Japan |
| Instruments | Speedometer, tachometer, neutral, flasher and oil warning |
| Light | Headlight 6v 25/25W and taillight 6v 17/5.3W |
| Starter | Kick |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 70.0 kg (154.3 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 6.50 litres (1.72 gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 205 mm (8.1 inches) |
| Oilcapacity | 1.30 litres (0.09 quarts) |
| Overallheight | 1,020 mm (40.2 inches) |
| Overalllength | 1,835 mm (72.2 inches) |
| Overallwidth | 770 mm (30.3 inches) |
| Seatheight | 740 mm (29.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weightincloilgasetc | 77.0 kg (169.8 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.