1983
Yamaha RD 125 LC - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 177264 |
|---|---|
| Category | Sport |
| Make | Yamaha |
| Model | RD 125 LC |
| Year | 1983 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frontbrakes | Single disc |
|---|---|
| Fronttyre | 2.75-18 |
| Rearbrakes | Expanding brake |
| Reartyre | 3.25-18 |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 56.0 x 50.0 mm (2.2 x 2.0 inches) |
|---|---|
| Compression | 6.4:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Liquid |
| Displacement | 123.00 ccm (7.51 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Power | 17.00 HP (12.4 kW)) @ 9000 RPM |
| Topspeed | 126.0 km/h (78.3 mph) |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Fuelcapacity | 13.00 litres (3.43 gallons) |
|---|---|
| Weightincloilgasetc | 115.0 kg (253.5 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.