Yamaha Bolt

Production years: 2017–2020
Brand: Yamaha

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YAMAHA BOLT (2017-Present)

Selected year: 2020

Technical specifications

Engine capacity: 942 cm³
Power: 54 hp (40 kW)
Wet weight: 245.9 kg
Seat height: 691 mm

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Overview

The Yamaha Bolt is a cruiser produced from 2017 through 2020. For 2020, it uses a 942 cm³ air-cooled, fuel-injected V-twin four-stroke engine making 54 hp (40 kW), with a wet weight of 245.9 kg.

Its 691 mm seat height makes it easier to get a foot down at a stop, while the 245.9 kg wet weight can take more effort to manage at walking speed. Fuel consumption is 4.60 liters/100 km, and the 12.90-liter tank gives a calculated range of about 280 km; belt final drive avoids chain cleaning and adjustment.

Specifications

Engine

Bore x stroke: 85.0 x 83.0 mm
Engine capacity: 942 cm³
Compression ratio: 9.0:1
Cooling system: Air
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Fuel system: Injection
Ignition: TCI
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 2

Performance and transmission

Co2 emissions: 107 g/km CO₂
Fuel consumption: 4.6 L/100 km
Power: 54 hp (40 kW)
Power weight ratio: 0.2196 HP/kg (wet)
Clutch: Multiplate wet clutch
Final drive: Belt
Gearbox: Manual 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual

Dimensions and weight

Fuel capacity: 12.9 L
Ground clearance: 130 mm
Overall height: 1,120 mm
Overall length: 2,291 mm
Overall width: 945 mm
Seat height: 691 mm
Wet weight: 245.9 kg
Wheelbase: 1,570 mm

Chassis and suspension

Frame: Aluminum double-cradle
Front suspension: Telescopic fork
Front wheel travel: 119 mm
Rake: 29.0°
Rear suspension: Dual shocks
Rear wheel travel: 71 mm
Trail: 130 mm

Brakes and wheels

Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 298 mm
Front tyre: 100/90-M19
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 298 mm
Rear tyre: 150/80-M16

Colours and equipment

Colours: Raven
Warranty: 12

Model years

2018

Wet weight: 244.9 kg → 245.9 kg

2019

Fuel capacity: 12.1 L → 12.9 L

Specification
Engine capacity	942 cm³	942 cm³	942 cm³	942 cm³
Power	54 hp (40 kW)	54 hp (40 kW)	54 hp (40 kW)	54 hp (40 kW)
Wet weight	244.9 kg	245.9 kg	245.9 kg	245.9 kg
Seat height	691 mm	691 mm	691 mm	691 mm
Fuel capacity	12.1 L	12.1 L	12.9 L	12.9 L

Pros and cons

Advantages

Low seat
At 691 mm, the seat makes ground reach easier when stopping and maneuvering.
Belt final drive
The belt needs no chain lubrication or adjustment.
About 280 km per tank
The stated full-tank range allows for longer stretches between fuel stops.

Things to consider

Substantial low-speed weight
At 245.9 kg wet, the Bolt can take more effort to push around or balance at walking speed.
Limited rear wheel travel
The rear suspension has 71 mm of travel, so it has less movement available to absorb larger bumps.

Rider fit

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Seat height: 691 mmInseam 78.9 cm

Seat height: 691 mm

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Stand barefoot with your back to a wall. Hold a book firmly between your legs, then measure from the floor to the top edge of the book.

Estimated ground reach

Both feet likely flat

You should have a stable stance at a stop, although seat width and suspension setup still matter.

Seat height

691 mm

Approx. loaded height

661 mm

Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.