Tuesday, February 17, 2015
2004 Yamaha BT 1100 Bulldog – Motorcycle
So like many Yamahas before, the BT1100 Bulldog is a tool that resists conventional definition. Original-schmoriginal, the BT1100 is also a fine example of progressive motorcycle design, from its stubby proportions and bold shapes down to the abundance of amazing fine details. Further strengthening that sporty image are those R1 brakes, beefy right-way-up forks and a 170-section rear tire. Confused? A little fumbling with the choke lever under the tank and we have the engine running. What does make riding the Bulldog a bit more interesting enginewise is that the peak torque point has been shifted from a lowly 2500 rpm in the Drag Star, to some 4500 in the BT1100.
The erect riding position works superbly and allows for easy scanning of the surroundings without any neck breaking contortions needed, an important virtue in the world’s fashion capital, where model types seem to grow on trees. Steering-wise, the wide handlebars produce instant steering response in tight situations and hide well the considerable mass of this well-trained Bulldog. Time to hit the highways and the canyon roads.
Our photo rider surmises if his “lard factor” is worthy of the BT1100. The 506 pounds Yamaha cites as the bike’s dry weight, and the slightly underdamped fork eventually start to be felt when the pace picks up. In the braking department, the BT1100 doesn’t need any excuses. It’s R1 derived brakes need no introduction and supply ample power and feel in any situation. Illegally parked, the Bulldog casts a menacing, yet economical, glare amongst the Italian shoppers.
General information | |
| Model: | Yamaha BT 1100 Bulldog |
| Year: | 2004 |
| Category: | Naked bike |
| Rating: | 73.6 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes |
Engine and transmission | |
| Displacement: | 1063.00 ccm (64.86 cubic inches) |
| Engine type: | Twin, four-stroke |
| Power: | 64.10 HP (46.8 kW)) @ 5500 RPM |
| Torque: | 88.20 Nm (9.0 kgf-m or 65.1 ft.lbs) @ 4500 RPM |
| Compression: | 8.3:1 |
| Bore x stroke: | 95.0 x 75.0 mm (3.7 x 3.0 inches) |
| Valves per cylinder: | 1 |
| Fuel control: | SOHC |
| Cooling system: | Air |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | |
| Front suspension: | Telescopic fork |
| Front suspensiontravel: | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Rear suspension: | Swing arm (link suspension) |
| Rear suspension travel: | 113 mm (4.4 inches) |
| Front tyre dimensions: | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear tyre dimensions: | 170/60-ZR17 |
| Front brakes: | Double disc |
| Front brakes diameter: | 298 mm (11.7 inches) |
| Rear brakes: | Single disc |
| Rear brakes diameter: | 267 mm (10.5 inches) |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Dry weight: | 229.5 kg (506.0 pounds) |
| Power/weight ratio: | 0.2793 HP/kg |
| Seat height: | 812 mm (32.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Overall height: | 1,145 mm (45.1 inches) |
| Overall length: | 2,192 mm (86.3 inches) |
| Overall width: | 800 mm (31.5 inches) |
| Ground clearance: | 168 mm (6.6 inches) |
| Wheelbase: | 1,511 mm (59.5 inches) |
Other specifications | |
| Color options: | Midnight black, Blue stone, Light bronze |
Further information | |
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