The 1986 Yamaha SRX600 from Japan was powered by a 608cc SOHC single producing 45hp at 6500rpm. Weighing 156.0kg (344 lbs) and with a seat height of 790mm, it was aimed at cafe racer riders.
The 1983 Triumph T140 TSX, hailing from United Kingdom, by contrast offered 744cc of OHV twin power, delivering 50hp at 6500rpm. Tipping the scales at 188.0kg (414 lbs) with a top speed of 170km/h (106 mph), it offered a distinct riding experience. 1980s motorcycles are the rising stars of the collector market. Early sportbikes and final-generation air-cooled models are gaining strong interest.
Specifications Comparison
| 1986 Yamaha SRX600 | 1983 Triumph T140 TSX | |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 608 cc | 744 cc |
| Power | 45 hp | 50 hp |
| Torque | 48.0 Nm | 54.0 Nm |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/h | 170 km/h |
| Quarter Mile | — | — |
| Dry Weight | 156.0 kg | 188.0 kg |
| Wet Weight | 170.0 kg | 202.0 kg |
| Seat Height | 790 mm | 790 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1395 mm | 1410 mm |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.0 L | 14.0 L |
| Gears | 5 -speed | 5 -speed |
The Verdict
These two machines serve fundamentally different purposes. The 1986 Yamaha SRX600 is built for spirited café-racer style riding, while the 1983 Triumph T140 TSX targets all-round versatility and everyday riding. On paper, the 1983 Triumph T140 TSX's 50hp trumps the 1986 Yamaha SRX600's 45hp, but raw numbers don't tell the whole story in such different segments. Choose the 1986 Yamaha SRX600 if you value spirited café-racer style riding; pick the 1983 Triumph T140 TSX for all-round versatility and everyday riding.
About the 1986 Yamaha SRX600
The 1986 1986 Yamaha SRX600 packs a 608cc SOHC single engine with 45hp into a cafe racer package from Yamaha.
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Introduced in 1983, the 1983 Triumph T140 TSX features a 744cc OHV twin engine producing 50hp, establishing itself as a notable standard motorcycle.
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