1983 Yamaha XV750 Virago

Yamaha XV750 Virago 1983


1983 Yamaha XV750 Virago specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

General information
Motorcycle name Yamaha XV750 Virago
Year 1983
Category Custom / cruiser
Price as newUS$ 2979. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
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Engine and transmission
Displacement 748.0 ccm (45.64 cubic inches)
Engine type V2, four-stroke
Power 52.0 HP (38.0 kW)) @ 7000 RPM
Torque 64.0 Nm (6.5 kgf-m or 47.2 ft.lbs) @ 5750 RPM
Top speed 179.0 km/h (111.2 mph)
1/4 mile (0.4 km) 13.44 seconds
Max RPM 7500
Compression 8.7:1
Bore x stroke 83.0 x 69.2 mm (3.3 x 2.7 inches)
Valves per cylinder 2
Fuel system Carburettor. Dual Hitachi 40mm constant vacuum
Fuel control Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Ignition TCI- Transistor Control Ignition
Lubrication system Wet sump
Cooling system Air
Gearbox 5-speed
Transmission type Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Clutch Wet multi-plate
Fuel consumption 5.90 litres/100 km (16.9 km/l or 39.87 mpg)
Greenhouse gases 136.9 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 suspension Telescopic forks air adjustable
Front wheel travel 150 mm (5.9 inches)
Rear suspension Mono-shock air adjustable
Rear wheel travel 100 mm (3.9 inches)
Front tire 3.50-19
Rear tire 130/90-16
Front brakes Single disc. Single piston
Diameter 298 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear brakes Expanding brake (drum brake). 2 Shoe Expanding Drum
Diameter 180 mm (7.1 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 225.0 kg (496.0 pounds)
Power/weight ratio 0.2311 HP/kg
Seat height 672 mm (26.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall width 850 mm (33.5 inches)
Ground clearance 145 mm (5.7 inches)
Wheelbase 1520 mm (59.8 inches)
Fuel capacity 12.00 litres (3.17 US gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity 2.60 litres (0.69 US gallons)
Other specifications
Starter Electric
Modifications compared to previous model Solid front fender, redesigned seat.
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