Segment: Touring
Production years: 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
The Honda XL1000V Varadero was a dual-sport motorcycle manufactured by Honda from 1999, while different models were produced from 1998 to 2013. In 2003, the Japanese maker introduced fuel injection with a smoother engine and throttle response.
The XL1000V Varadero Adventure Touring machine was introduced at the 1998 Munich Motorcycle Show as a 1999 model with a powerplant based on the Honda VTR1000F Firestorm or Superhawk.
All versions were powered by a liquid-cooled V-twin engine. At the same time, in 2001, Honda introduced the Honda Ignition Security System (HISS), an engine immobilized similar to the one used on cars.
In 2001, the Varadero production was moved to the Spanish Montesa Honda factory outside Barcelona, while in 2003, the bike received some significant revisions, improving torque and fuel efficiency.
Some of the upgrades included the fuel injection system that replaced carburetors, the addition of a six-speed manual transmission, cosmetic changes, a new instrument panel, and ABS, which was introduced in 2004.
The twin-spar steel frame was fitted with a 43 mm telescopic fork for a front suspension and a spring preload and rebound adjustable Pro-Link shock absorber that handled the rear suspension.
The 1999 Honda XL1000V Varadero was powered by a 996cc liquid-cooled V-twin engine and two Keihin carburetors, boasting an output power of 94 hp at 8,000 rpm and 99 Nm (73 lb-ft) of torque at 6,000 rpm.
engine specs | Type: | Liquid cooled, four stroke, 90 degree V-twin cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder | Displacement: | 996 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | 3.8x2.5 in OR 97 mm | Compression Ratio: | 9.8:1 | Horsepower: | 94/8000 KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | 73/6000 lb-ft/RPM OR 99/6000 Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | 42mm Keihin Carburetor |
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transmission specs | Gearbox: | 6 Speed | Clutch: | - | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | Chain |
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chassis specs | Frame: | - | Front Suspension: | 43mm telescopic fork | Rear Suspension: | Pro-Link with spring preload damper | Front Brake: | 2x296mm discs 3 piston calipers | Rear Brake: | Single 256mm disc 3 piston caliper |
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dimension specs | Overall Length: | - | Overall Width: | - | Seat Height: | 33.3 in OR 846 mm | Wheelbase: | 64.6 in OR 1641 mm | Ground Clearance: | - | Weight: | 485 lbs OR 220 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 4.1 gallons OR 15.5 L |
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tyres specs | Front: | 110/80-19 | Rear: | 150/70-17 |
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power system specs | Power pack: | - | Nominal Capacity: | - | Maximum Capacity: | - | Charger type: | - | Charging time (normal): | - | Charging time (quick): | - | Range: | - |
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