Segment: Custom/Cruiser
Production years: 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986
The Yamaha Virago 500 was manufactured from 1983 until 1986, when it was indeed changed to the Virago 535. At this point the monoshock assembly was abandoned in favour of traditional shocks mounted on either side.
engine specs | Type: | Air Cooled, Four Stroke, V-Twin Cylinder | Displacement: | 494 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | 2.84x2.32 in OR 72 mm | Compression Ratio: | 9.3:1 | Horsepower: | 44/5000 KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | 30.7/7000 lb-ft/RPM OR 42/7000 Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | 2xBDS34 Mikuni Carburetors |
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transmission specs | Gearbox: | 5-Speed | Clutch: | Wet multi-plate | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | Shaft |
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chassis specs | Frame: | - | Front Suspension: | Telescopic Fork | Rear Suspension: | Twin Shock Variable Preload | Front Brake: | Single 298 Mm Discs 2 Piston Caliper | Rear Brake: | Drum |
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dimension specs | Overall Length: | - | Overall Width: | - | Seat Height: | - | Wheelbase: | - | Ground Clearance: | - | Weight: | 419 lbs OR 190 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 3.6 gallons OR 13.6 L |
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tyres specs | Front: | 3.00 S19 | Rear: | 130/90-16 |
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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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