Yamaha TY80
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The Yamaha TY80 is a trials-styled motorcycle produced by Yamaha Motor Company from 1974 to 1984.[1] It was part of a range that included the TY50P, TY50M, TY125, TY175 and TY250.[citation needed] It uses an uncommon gear configuration, with neutral in the lowest position, and then the ascending gears going upwards from there; as opposed to most modern motorcycles which feature 1st gear in the lowest position, neutral up 1 half-click and then the ascending gears going upwards.[1]
Specs
[edit]TY80A[2]
- Capacity: 72cc
- Type: Trials
- Manufacturer: Yamaha
- Engine: 72CC two-stroke, single cylinder
- Made: 1974–1984
- Gear change: four-speed, foot change manual
- Tyres: Back: 3x14in Front: 2.5x16in
- Weight: 124 pounds (56 kg)
References
[edit]- 1 2 Ross Mowbray (24 October 2017). "Surprises at the Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum". More Bikes. Retrieved 2 August 2026.
- ↑ "Yamaha TY80A". Cycle World. 1 March 1974. Retrieved 2 August 2026.