Yamaha XV700 Virago 700: history, specs, pictures
The Yamaha XV700CS was a V-Twin, four-stroke standard/cruiser produced by Yamaha in 1985. It was originally introduced in response to the 1980s motorcycle tariff. It could reach a top speed of 126 mph (202 km/h). Max torque was 43.37 ft/lbs (58.8 Nm) @ 6000 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 54.85 HP (40.9 KW) @ 7000 RPM.
'Yamaha XV700' | |
Manufacturer | [[Yamaha]] |
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Also called | Virago 700, XV700SS, XV700CS |
Production | 1986 |
Class | [[:Category:Cruiser motorcycles|Cruiser]] [[Category:Cruiser motorcycles]] |
Predecessor | Yamaha XV750(tariffs) |
Successor | Yamaha XV750 |
Engine | v2, four-stroke |
Bore / Stroke | 80.2mm x 69.2mm |
Top Speed | 126 mph (202 km/h) |
Horsepower | 54.85 HP (40.9 KW) @ 7000RPM |
Torque | 43.37 ft/lbs (58.8 Nm) @ 6000RPM |
Fuel System | carburetor |
Air Filter | K&N YA-1186 `84-87[1] |
Ignition | transistor controlled ignition (tci) |
Spark Plug | NGK BP7ES '84-87 |
Battery | YUASA YB16AL-A2 '84-87 |
Transmission | Gear box: 5-speed Final Drive: shaft drive (cardan) |
Final Drive | Shaft `84-87[2] |
Suspension | Front: telescopic forks Rear: dual kayaba shocks |
Brakes | Front: double disc. single piston calipers Rear: expanding brake (drum brake) |
Front Tire | 100/90-19 '84-87 |
Rear Tire | 140/90-15 '84-87 |
Length | 87.99 inches (2235 mm) |
Width | 33.07 inches (840 mm) |
Seat Height | 27.95 inches (710 mm) |
Weight | 496.04 pounds (225.0 Kg) (dry), 238.0 kg (wet) |
Oil Capacity | 0.79 Gallon (3.00 Liters) |
Oil Filter | K&N KN-145[1] |
Recommended Oil | Yamalube 10w-40 |
Fuel Capacity | 3.15 Gallon (11.92 Liters) |
Fuel Consumption | 5.00 liters/100 km (20.0 km/l or 47.04 mpg) |
Competition | Honda VT700C Kawasaki ZN700A Kawasaki KZ700A |
Manuals | Service Manual |
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Engine
The engine was a air cooled v2, four-stroke. A 80.2mm bore x 69.2mm stroke result in a displacement of just 699.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a overhead cams (ohc).
Drive
The bike has a 5-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the wet plate.
Chassis
It came with a 100/90-19 front tire and a 140/90-15 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via double disc. single piston calipers in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The front suspension was a telescopic forks while the rear was equipped with a dual kayaba shocks. The XV700CS was fitted with a 3.15 Gallon (11.92 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 496.04 pounds (225.0 Kg).
1985
Specifications
Make Model | Yamaha XV 700 Virago |
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Year | 1985 - 86 |
Engine Type | Four stroke, 75°-V-Twin cylinder, SOHC. 2 valve per cylinder. |
Displacement | 699 cc / 42.6 cu-in |
Bore X Stroke | 80.2 x 69.2 mm |
Cooling System | Air cooled |
Compression | 9.0:1 |
Lubrication | Wet sump |
Induction | 2 x 40mm Hitachi carburetors |
Ignition | Transistorize |
Starting | Electric |
Max Power | 56 hp / 40.9 kW @ 7000 rpm |
Max Torque | 58.8 Nm / 43.4 lb-ft @ 6000 |
Clutch | Wet, multi-plate |
Transmission | 5 Speed |
Final Drive | Shaft |
Frame | Backbone pressed steel - engine is a stressed member |
Front Suspension | 36mm Kayaba forks, Air pressure adjustable. |
Front Wheel Travel | 145 mm / 5.7 in |
Rear Suspension | Monoshock, adjustable air pressure rebound damping. |
Rear Wheel Travel | 100 mm / 3.7 in |
Front Brakes | Single 298mm disc 1 piston caliper |
Rear Brakes | 00mm Drum |
Front Tire | 100/90-19 |
Rear Tire | 130/90-16 |
Rake | 32.0° |
Wheelbase | 1520 mm / 59.8 in |
Seat Height | 710 mm / 28.0 in |
Ground Clearance | 145 mm / 5.7 in |
Dry Weight | 225 kg / 496 lbs |
Wet Weight | 238 kg /; 524.7 lbs |
Fuel Capacity | 13 Liters / 3.4 US gal |
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog. K&L Supply Co. 2019.
- ↑ 2019 Western Power Sports Catalog. Western Power Sports. 2019.