The Yamaha FS1-E,altho not a import classic,this was a UK classic tho'and was a must-have moped for 16 year olds in 1972 to the late 70s.The Yamaha FS1-E has a 49 cc single cylinder engine.The FS1-E was also badged SS,which stood for "Sixteener Special".Originally Gold in color ,in 1974 a second color was introduced, Popsicle Purple and the model name on the side panel was changed to the now infamous "FS1-E". The model was FS1 and the suffix "E" stood for England (differing from the models sold in other countries as the FS1-E had pedals). Yamaha changed the colours over the years (Baja Brown, Competition Yellow etc) and introduced various improvements such as a front disc brake (FS1-E DX.) and an autolube model with a 2-stroke oil tank and oil injection.
In total there were about 200,000+ produced for the UK market and it is estimated that only 1,000 to 2,000 still exist so finding one in a barn or old lock-up is becoming increasingly rare.
Dave Burton
www.bargain-motors.com
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