YAMAHA XV 920 RH (1981-1982) Specs, Performance & Photos
Updated: 4 January 2024 • Maintained by:
Segment: Custom/Cruiser
Production years: 1981, 1982
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In 1980 Yamaha was bound and determined to outdo Honda in sales—sort of a mano a mano engagement at both the corporate and dealership levels. And one way to do it, Yamaha figured, was to come out with a lot more models. Like a V-twin.
YAMAHA XV 920 RH 1981-1982
YAMAHA XV 920 RH 920
| engine specs | Type: | Air-cooled, V-twin, 4-stroke | Displacement: | 920 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | 3.7x2.7 in OR 94 mm | Compression Ratio: | 8.3:1 | Horsepower: | 65/6500 KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | 56.4/5000 lb-ft/RPM OR 76/5000 Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | 2x40mm Hitachi Carburetors |
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| transmission specs | Gearbox: | 5-Speed | Clutch: | Wet multi-plate | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | Chain |
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| chassis specs | Frame: | - | Front Suspension: | 37mm Showa Leading Axle | Rear Suspension: | Monoshock Single Damper, Adjustment For Air Pressure And Rebound Damping, 87mm Wheel Travel | Front Brake: | Discs | Rear Brake: | Drum |
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| dimension specs | Overall Length: | - | Overall Width: | - | Seat Height: | - | Wheelbase: | - | Ground Clearance: | - | Weight: | 509 lbs OR 231 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 3.8 gallons OR 14.4 L |
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| tyres specs | Front: | 3.50-19 | Rear: | 120/90-18 |
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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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