1998 Yamaha XV 125 Virago

Yamaha XV 125 Virago 1998


1998 Yamaha XV 125 Virago specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

General information
Model name Yamaha XV 125 Virago
Year 1998
Category Custom / cruiser
Rating 3.4  See the detailed rating of design and look, maintenance cost, engine performance, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Displacement 124.0 ccm (7.57 cubic inches)
Engine type V2, four-stroke
Power 11.0 HP (8.0 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Torque 9.0 Nm (0.9 kgf-m or 6.6 ft.lbs) @ 8000 RPM
Bore x stroke 41.0 x 47.0 mm (1.6 x 1.9 inches)
Valves per cylinder 2
Fuel system Carburettor
Ignition CDI
Cooling system Air
Gearbox 5-speed
Transmission type Chain (final drive)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Front suspension Telescopic forks
Front wheel travel 140 mm (5.5 inches)
Rear suspension Dual shocks
Rear wheel travel 100 mm (3.9 inches)
Front tire 80/100-18
Rear tire 130/90-15
Front brakes Single disc
Diameter 282 mm (11.1 inches)
Rear brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Diameter 130 mm (5.1 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 136.0 kg (299.8 pounds)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 145.0 kg (319.7 pounds)
Power/weight ratio 0.0809 HP/kg
Seat height 685 mm (27.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Wheelbase 1495 mm (58.9 inches)
Fuel capacity 9.50 litres (2.51 US gallons)
Oil capacity 1.60 litres (1.69 US quarts)
Other specifications
Starter Electric
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Maintenance and service specs *
Engine oil SAE 10W-40
Brake fluid DOT 4
Spark plugs NGK CR6HSA, NGK CR6HIX
Idle speed 1300 +/- 100 RPM
Chain links 114
Sprockets 13/47 (front/rear)
Tire pressure front 25 PSI (1.8 Bar or 175 kPa)
Tire pressure rear 29 PSI (2 Bar or 200 kPa)
Fork tube size 33 mm (1.3 inches)
*) Always verify maintenance and service data with the bike owner's manual.
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