Yamaha PG-1

Besides the basic characteristics, here’s what else can be said about the Yamaha PG-1 — a compact and reliable bike for adventures in Dalat, ideal for beginners: lightweight (107 kg), with automatic transmission and simple controls. Here’s the key specs:

Category	Specification
Engine	114 cc, air-cooled, 4-stroke SOHC with 2 valves, 9 hp (at 7000 rpm), torque 10 Nm (at 5500 rpm). Fuel: gasoline, fuel injection, consumption ~1.7 l/100 km.
Transmission	Auto-Manual 4-speed, chain drive, wet multi-disc clutch.
Dimensions	Length: 1980 mm, Width: 805 mm, Height: 1050 mm, Wheelbase: 1280 mm, Ground Clearance: 190 mm, Seat Height: 795 mm.
Weight	107 kg (dry weight).
Tires & Suspension	Front: Telescopic fork; Rear: Swingarm. Tires: 90/100 R16 (tubed), Wheels: R16.
Brakes	Front: Disc, Rear: Drum.
Other	Fuel Tank: 5.1 L, Starter: Electric, Dashboard: Analog, Headlights: Halogen, Seating: 2-person, Frame: Backbone.

It is positioned as an “explorer bike” — for the city, light trails and tours, with emphasis on economy and lightness (weight only 107 kg, which simplifies maneuvers on narrow paths).

Advantages for Tours

Economy and Reliability: Fuel consumption ~1.7 l/100 km allows up to 300 km on one tank (5.1 L) — ideal for Dalat loops (lakes, mountains, tea hills, waterfalls, pine forests). Reviews praise its reliability: one rider covered 3500 km from Ho Chi Minh to Hanoi without issues.

Comfort for Beginners: Low seat height (795 mm) and clearance 190 mm suit all heights; automatic transmission and simple controls make it accessible even without experience. Max speed ~80-90 km/h, but for relaxed tours it’s a plus — focus on enjoying the views, not speed.

Off-Road Capabilities: Light weight and suspension handle dirt roads, hills, and rainy Dalat trails; good for “light trail adventures”, like in Vietnam Coracle loops.

Cons and Tips: Not the most powerful (9 hp), so for steep climbs, ride carefully with two. Regular maintenance (as in your services) is critical for safety in the tropics.