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Yamaha BW200 1989 Parts & Accessories

Manufactured from 1985 to 1988, the Yamaha BW200 (Big Wheel 200) is a unique off-road motorcycle recognized for its ultra-wide ATV-style balloon tires. Designed to bridge the gap between a traditional dirt bike and a three-wheeler, the BW200 provided exceptional traction and flotation over soft terrain such as sand, mud, and snow. Powered by an air-cooled 196 cc four-stroke single-cylinder engine shared with the TW200 and XT200 series, it utilized a specialized wide swingarm and dual-chain Jackshaft drive system to transfer power around the massive rear tire, making it an iconic recreational fun bike.

• 196 cc air-cooled SOHC 2-valve 4-stroke single-cylinder engine producing 15.5 HP @ 8,000 RPM and 11.0 lb-ft torque @ 6,500 RPM
• 24 mm Mikuni carburetor with CDI ignition and electric/kick start options (BW200E model)
• High-tensile steel tube cradle frame with custom wide-cleared swingarm
• Telescopic front suspension forks with heavy-duty triple clamps
• Monocross single shock absorber rear suspension with secondary jackshaft chain drive
• Enclosed mechanical drum brakes front and rear
• 5-speed manual transmission with wet multi-plate clutch
• Massive 25x8-12 front and 23x11-9 rear high-flotation off-road balloon tires
• 116 kg (256 lbs) dry weight with a 7.5-litre (1.98 US gal) steel fuel tank capacity