Motorcycle-Catalogue » Yamaha
Yamaha XV750 Virago
General moped information |
|---|
| Model | Yamaha XV750 Virago |
| Year | 1983 |
| Category | Custom / cruiser |
| Rating | 54.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes |
| Price as new (MSRP) | US$ 2979. Prices depend on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
Engine and transmission |
|---|
| Engine type | V2, two-stroke |
| Power | 52.00 HP (38.0 kW)) @ 7000 RPM |
| Top speed | 169.0 km/h (105.0 mph) |
| 1/4 mile (0.4 km) | 13.440 seconds |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Dual Hitachi 40mm Constant vacuum |
| Fuel control | SOHC |
| Ignition | TCI- Transistor Control Ignition |
| Lubrication system | Wet sump |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Clutch | Wet multi-plate |
| Fuel consumption | 19.68 litres/100 km (5.1 km/l or 11.95 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases | 456.6 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Exhaust system | Double stinless steel |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
|---|
| Frame type | Pressed steel overhead backbone with tubular and square section swing arm. Engine is used as a stress member. |
| Rake (fork angle) | 29.0° |
| Trail | 133 mm (5.2 inches) |
| Front tyre dimensions | 3.50-19 |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 130/90-16 |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Single piston |
| Front brakes diameter | 298 mm (11.7 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake). 2 Shoe Expanding Drum |
| Rear brakes diameter | 180 mm (7.1 inches) |
Physical measures and capacities |
|---|
| Dry weight | 225.0 kg (496.0 pounds) |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 228.0 kg (502.7 pounds) |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.2311 HP/kg |
| Seat height | 672 mm (26.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Overall height | 1 mm (0.0 inches) |
| Overall length | 2 mm (0.1 inches) |
| Overall width | 850 mm (33.5 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 145 mm (5.7 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 12.00 litres (3.17 gallons) |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 2.60 litres (0.69 gallons) |
Other specifications |
|---|
| Starter | Electric |
| Comments | Great starter bike. Low seat height , easy to ride, dependably V-twin |
| Modifications compared to previous model | Solid front fender , redesigned seat |
