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YAMAHA XV 500 (1983-1986) Specs, Performance & Photos

Segment: Custom/Cruiser
Production years: 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986

YAMAHA XV 500 1983-1986 2 Photos
YAMAHA XV 500 (1983-1986)YAMAHA XV 500 (1983-1986)

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.

YAMAHA XV 500 1983-1986

YAMAHA XV 500 500

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
transmission specs
Gearbox:5-Speed
Clutch:Wet multi-plate
Primary Drive:-
Final Drive:Shaft
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
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
tyres specs
Front:3.00 S19
Rear:130/90-16
power system specs
Power pack:-
Nominal Capacity:-
Maximum Capacity:-
Charger type:-
Charging time (normal):-
Charging time (quick):-
Range:-
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