Yamaha IT 490
1983Off-road

Yamaha IT 490

Key specifications

Engine
487 cc
Power
35 HP
Torque
42 Nm
Weight
125 kg
Fuel type
petrol
Fuel capacity
3.6 L
Transmission
5-speed
Front brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)

Technical details

Source specification data

Make
Yamaha
Model
IT 490
Category
Enduro-offroad
Starter
Kick
Color Options
Blue
Power
35.00 HP (25.5 kW)) @ 6000 RPM
Torque
42.03 Nm (4.3 kgf-m or 31.0 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM
Gearbox
5-speed
Ignition
CDI
Fuel System
Carburettor. 38mm Mikuni
Bore X Stroke
87.0 x 82.0 mm (3.4 x 3.2 inches)
Compression
4.9:1
Displacement
487.00 ccm (29.72 cubic inches)
Cooling System
Air
Engine Details
Single cylinder, two-stroke
Transmission Type Final Drive
Chain
Dry Weight
125.0 kg (275.6 pounds)
Fuel Capacity
13.60 litres (3.59 gallons)
Power Weight Ratio
0.2800 HP/kg
Rear Tyre
150/80-18
Rear Brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front Brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Suspension
Mono shock, adjustable spring preload and rebound damping
Front Suspension
43mm Telescopic adjustable forks
Rear Wheel Travel
300 mm (11.8 inches)
Front Wheel Travel
300 mm (11.8 inches)

Available colors

Blue