What kind of bike was the 1984 Yamaha YZ125?
The 1984 Yamaha YZ125 (shown here it its lovely international colors) was a bike so bad it stained Yamaha’s reputation for over a decade. Pathetically slow, perilously brittle and practically worthless as a racing contrivance, the ’84 YZ125 remains to this day one of the most epic fails in motocross history.
How big are the forks on a 1984 YZ125?
New front forks for 1984 bumped up the size from 38mm to 43mm and brought the 125 up to speed with the rest of the full size YZ’s. The larger diameter tubes promised improved steering precision, less flex under braking and reduced deflection on hard hits.
What kind of gas cap does a Yamaha YZ 125 use?
Includes Acerbis gas cap, mounting kit and vent hose. Reflex Blue is the color Yamaha uses for 1998 and newer bikes. Call to Special Order other colors. Toll-free 1-888-284-4588.
Is the Yamaha yz125l ready to be re installed?
Stuart finished the day with a few little jobs left to do on the engine and then it’s ready to be re installed to the rig. Freshly machined engine parts, seals bearings and gaskets.. all to be built into the Yz ripper. Exciting progress from Stuart, can’t wait to see the bike all fired up.
What’s the difference between YZ125 and yz144 dirt bike?
It’s actually made by Athena, and it boosts the YZ to nearly 40 horsepower. It makes the bike more competitive on the track, but perhaps at the cost of friendliness. The YZ144 doesn’t rev as high, vibrates more and is a little harder to start.
Which is more powerful Yamaha YZ125 or 250F?
There’s also the matter of the powerband. The 250F makes more power over a longer range, which can be a big advantage. But still, you get the overall picture. A YZ125 makes peak power that is at least in the ballpark. 7 The Yamaha YZ125 can be made more powerful. Yamaha sells a 144cc kit through Genuine Yamaha Technology Racing.