YAMAHA ALBA

                                            YAMAHA ALBA

Overview

Yamaha Moto Corporation is one of the largest and oldest manufacturer of motorcycles. The Yamaha Alba 106 is based on a double cradle type tubular chassis which gives it a decent look. The bike was launched in 2008 but its production was discontinued few years back.

Design and Style

The Alba 106 has a length of 2000 mm, width of 730 mm and a height of 1050 mm as it dimensions which gives it a slimmer and sleek look. The bike features an aerodynamic cowl,  single ergonomic seating, a prominent halogen bulb, sturdy tank and a comfortable handle bar. It is the appropriate commuter for the Indian families with a long lasting life, innovative designed indicators, stylish tail light and silver coated alloy wheels.

Engine and Gearbox

The bike was equipped with a 106cc, air cooled, mono cylinder, 4-stroke, two valve, SOHC based engine which generates a torque of 7.8 Nm at 6,000 rpm and a power of 7.5 bhp at 7,500 rpm. The engine was mated with a four speed manual gearbox.

Mileage

Yamaha Alba 106 delivers an excellent mileage of 75 kmpl on highways which reduces to 65 kmpl in the city and overall, provides an average mileage of 70 kmpl. The bike has a top speed of 83 kmph.

Instrument Console

The instrument console is simple, yet looks trendy. It features an analogue speedometer and fuel gauge along with indicators for low fuel and pass-light.

Brakes and Suspension

It has drum brakes for the rear as well as front which makes the braking system strong enough for rough and tough roads. The suspension system comprises of Telescopic Hydraulic type at the front and Adjustable Hydraulic at the rear.

Other Specifications

It has a high ground clearance of 130 mm which protects the under body from damages. The bike has a wheelbase of 1300 mm which makes it safer to ride and handle.

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Shades

The Alba 106 was available in four striking color options: Red, Black, Blue and Silver.

Price

The commuter was priced around Rs.35,000 approx (ex-showroom, Delhi) may vary.

                                                             

                                                                 

 The Yamaha alba G5 is a 106 cc, single-cylinder four-stroke motorcycle from India Yamaha Motor

. Its predecessor was known as just Yamaha Libero. Unlike Libero G5, Libero had tachometer and round headlights but lacked fuel gauge. However, Libero G5 came with a sporty headlight and fuel gauge, but lacked the tachometer. A new set of air scoops with a honeycomb grille do dual duty; directing airflow over the engine block and also neatly covering the gap between the engine and the fuel tank. The Libero G5’s frame continues to be the tubular dual-cradle type.

Yamaha has introduced a compulsive pressure wet sump lubrication system in the 106 cc engine of the Libero G5. This new system works on a constant pressure build-up that is generated by the engine itself thus enables the engine oil/ lubricant to flow evenly over all the engine components, unlike conventional lubrication that works more on gravitational forces thus may not perform as effectively.

Yamaha Libero G5 is particularly made for Indian market. However, Yamaha Libero G5 is also popular in Bangladesh. Ground clearance is a comfortable 173 mm, enabling the bike to take on speed-breakers and potholes with greater confidence.

In 2007 Yamaha released an upgraded Libero G5 model with alloy wheels and electric starter. Like most Indian motorcycles, this bike comes with a saree guard to increase the safety of female pillion riders. A less sporty-looking version (with same engine) of this bike is marketed as Yamaha Alba. A bigger cousin of this bike with 125 cc engine is Yamaha Gladiator. Some similar/competitor bikes are Hero Honda Splendor, Bajaj Platina, Baja

Engine type: Air-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 2-valve

Cylinder arrangement: Single-cylinder

Bore x stroke: 49.0 x 56.0 mm

Compression ratio: 9.0:1

Starting system: Kick start/Self starter (from 2008 models)

Lubrication: Compulsive pressure wet sump

Carburettor: Variable venturi type

Ignition system: Capacitor discharge ignition (advanced micro processor), Magneto dependent

Battery type: 12 V, 2.5 A·h

Clutch type: Wet multiple-disc

Transmission type: Four steps of regular engagement formula advance. 1 down, 3 up; toe-heel shifter

Gear ratios: 1st=3.000, 2nd＝1.688, 3rd:=1.200, 4th=0.875 Primary / Secondary reduction ratio 3.722 / 3.214

Frame type: Double cradle type

Caster angle (degree): 26.4°

Suspension type: (front/rear) Telescopic/swing arm

Headlight: 12 V 35/35 W halogen bulb (HS1)

Top speed: +/-87 km/h (54 mi/h) (with 80 kg payload)

Fuel efficiency: +/- 100 km/2 liters of gasoline