Engineering:Yamaha XV535

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Short description: Yamaha cruiser motorcycle
Yamaha Virago 535
2014 Yamaha XV 535 Virago.JPG
ManufacturerYamaha
Also calledXV535
Production1987–2003
PredecessorYamaha Virago 500K
SuccessorYamaha DragStar 650 XVS650/XVS650A
ClassCruiser
EngineAir-cooled 4-stroke 70° SOHC V-twin 535 cc (32.6 cu in). Bore x stroke 76 x 59 mm. 9.0:1 compression.
Power31.1 kW [1]
TransmissionWet-clutch; 5 Speed constant mesh; shaft drive
SuspensionFront: Telescopic fork
Rear: Twin shocks with concentric coil springs
BrakesFront: Single drilled disc with hydraulic caliper
Rear: Cable-actuated drum
TiresFront: 3.00S-19 4PR
Rear: 140/90-15M/C 70S
Fuel capacity1987–1988: 8.6 L (2.3 US gal)
1989–2003: 13.5 L (3.6 US gal)
Oil capacity2.8 L (3.0 US qt)

The Yamaha Virago 535 is a motorcycle manufactured by Yamaha Motor Corporation. It is one of several in the Virago line and is positioned as mid-size cruiser with an engine displacement of 535 cc (32.6 cu in).

It is unique in being one of the few smaller cruiser-style motorcycles available with a shaft drive instead of a chain or belt final drive system, as well as a V-twin engine of that size. Its heavily chromed body styling is also distinctive.

This model was discontinued in 2004 in the US and 2003 and replaced by the V-Star 650 (known as the DragStar in Europe). I

Specifications

1987–1988 US models

1987-92 XV535 (US)[2]
Wheelbase1,511 mm (59.5 in)
DimensionsL: 2,210 mm (87 in)
W: 815 mm (32.1 in)
H: 1,100 mm (43 in)
Seat height700 mm (28 in)
Weightn/a (dry)
185 kg (408 lb) (186 kg (410 lb) California model)[2] (wet)

First and only year with the fuel tank under the seat, as the only fuel storage. The "fuel tank" on top, in front of the driver, was a dummy containing electric equipment only. This limited its range considerably.

1988 UK model

1988 XV535 (UK)[2]
Wheelbase1,520 mm (60 in)
DimensionsL: 2,225 mm (87.6 in)
W: 810 mm (32 in)
H: 1,100 mm (43 in)
Seat height700 mm (28 in)
Weightn/a (dry)
188 kg (414 lb)[2] (wet)

1988–1994 US models

1988–1994 XV535 (US)
Wheelbase1,520 mm (60 in)
DimensionsL: 2,225 mm (87.6 in)
W: 810 mm (32 in)
H: 1,110 mm (44 in)
Seat height720 mm (28 in)
Weightn/a (dry)
195 kg (430 lb) (196 kg (432 lb) California model)[2] (wet)

1989–1994 UK models

1989–1994 XV535 (UK)
Wheelbase1,520 mm (60 in)
DimensionsL: 2,285 mm (90.0 in)
W: Flat handlebar: 725 mm (28.5 in)
Upright handlebar: 810 mm (32 in)
H: Flat handlebar: 1,070 mm (42 in)
Upright handlebar 1,110 mm (44 in)
Seat height720 mm (28 in)
Weightn/a (dry)
195 kg (430 lb)[2] (wet)

See also

References

Bibliography

  • Ahlstrand, Alan; Haynes, John Harold (1994), Yamaha XV V-Twins (XV535, 700, 750, 920, 1000 & 1100 Viragos; 1981 to 1994). Owners Workshop Manual, Newbury Park, California: Haynes North America, ISBN 1-56392-103-0 
  • Ed, Scott (2004), Yamaha XV535-1100 Virago, 1981-2003, Service, Repair, Maintenance, Overland Park, Kansas: Primedia Business Magazines & Media Inc., ISBN 0-89287-907-6 

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