The second machine was also German inspired, now from the DKW RT175, but the engineers got already more freedom in their design. The 175 cc engine developed 10,3 hp @ 5500 rpm, tyres were 3.00-19, length 2040 mm and weight was 118 kg. Colour was a reddish grey, nicknamed "Champs Elysees in the rain"! From the sketches you can see that the model evoluated from the original DKW design to the final YC1 which had much more flair.

Yamaha YC1, Feb. '56