What is so special about Yamaha RX 100?

The Yamaha RX100 was an extremely lightweight motorcycle and could accelerate fast and hence was also called ‘Pocket Rocket’. The RX100 was powered by a 98cc, single cylinder, two-stroke air-cooled engine. This unit produced 11 bhp of peak power and 10.39 Nm of peak torque. The motorcycle weighed only 98 kilograms.

Is Yamaha RX100 a vintage bike?

Launched in 1985, Yamaha RX 100 is one of the most popular vintage motorbikes in India. Yamaha RX 100 has a two-stroke 98cc engine and four gear transmission which could reach a speed of 120kmph.

Is RX100 still in production?

It was discontinued after two years.

Is RX100 legal?

According to several news reports, all the 2-stroke engine powered vehicles including the legendary motorcycles like the Yamaha RX100 and the RD350 will be banned from Karnataka roads. It is to be noted that there is no official government statement on the issue.

When was RX100 discontinued?

The Yamaha RX 100 production run lasted from November 1985 to March 1996.

Which gives more mileage RX100 or RX-135?

MILEAGE AND TOP SPEED Yamaha RX 135 mileage is 25-35 kmpl (approximate). Yamaha RX 100 mileage is 35-45 kmpl (approximate).

What is the average mileage of Yamaha RX 100?

YAMAHA RX 100 has an average mileage of 40 km/l. It’s really good in a bike of 1985.The fuel tank can store 10.5 liters at a time and that’s also impressive. You can’t expect a big mileage from this type of bike but its comparatively good than any other bike of 100cc staying in market on that time.

Why is the Yamaha RX 100 so popular in Bangladesh?

Actually the YAMAHA RX 100 has everything for everyone. In India the bike got huge popularity among the students but in Bangladesh people of all class accepted it as their own bike. As a result the bike got huge popularity in Bangladesh. The bike is a great combination of swift, safety and comfort.

What are the colors options in Yamaha RX 100?

So when people found a bike like YAMAHA RX 100 they just grab it. The bike was available in four colors red, black, blue and silver. So you have four options to select your bike. The more option the more sale and the more perfection. Red and silver color bikes are mostly seen in our country.

Is the Yamaha RX 100 good for night driving?

But the headlight is not best for the night and the tail light might be improved. Actually it’ was a complete package that’s why people could not deny it and that’s key of the huge success of YAMAHA RX 100. The weight of YAMAHA RX 100 is about 99 kg which pretty good.