Yamaha XJ920J Virago (1982)

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The Yamaha XJ920J Virago is a motorcycle that was manufactured in 1982. It has a four-stroke, 75 degrees V-twin cylinder, SOHC engine with a capacity of 920cc. The compression ratio is 8.3:1 and the induction is 2x 40mm Hitachi carburetor. The ignition is transistorized and it has an electric starter. The maximum power output is 65hp at 6500rpm, while the maximum torque is 7.8kgf-m at 5000rpm.

The transmission is a five-speed with a final drive on the shaft. The front suspension is a 37mm Showa leading axle with adjustment for air pressure and rebound damping. The front wheel travel is 145mm, while the rear suspension is a monoshock single damper with adjustment for air pressure and rebound damping. The rear wheel travel is 87mm.

The front brakes are 2x 267mm disc with 2-piston calipers, while the rear brakes are drum. The bike has a wheelbase of 1520mm and a seat height of 750mm. The ground clearance is 145mm and the dry weight is 225kg, while the wet weight is 237.2kg. The fuel capacity is 14.5 litres with an average consumption of 44.3mpg. The standing 1/4 mile is 13.3 seconds with a speed of 97.2mph, while the top speed is 108mph.

The Yamaha XJ920J Virago is a popular bike with good reviews. It is a powerful and reliable motorcycle that offers a smooth ride. It is suitable for both commuting and long trips, making it a versatile option for riders.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Yamaha XV 920J Virago

Year: 1982


Engine: Four stroke, 75 degrees V-twin cylinder, SOHC. 2 valve per cylinder
Capacity: 920 cc / 56.1 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 92 69.2 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled,
Compression Ratio: 8.3:1
Induction: 2x 40mm Hitachi carburetor
Ignition: Transistorized
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 65 hp / 48.4 Kw @ 6500 rpm
Max Torque: 7.8 kgf-m / 56.4 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Shaft
Front Suspension: 37mm Showa leading axle. adjustment for air pressure and rebound damping
Front Wheel Travel: 145 mm / 5.7 in
Rear Suspension: Monoshock single damper, adjustment for air pressure and rebound damping

Rear Wheel Travel: 87 mm / 3.4 in
Front Brakes: 2x 267mm disc 2 piston calipers
Rear Brakes: Drum
Front Tyre: 3.50-19
Rear Tyre: 130/90-16
Wheelbase: 1,520 mm / 59.8 in
Seat Height: 750 mm / 29.5 in
Ground Clearance:: 145 mm / 5.7 in
Dry Weight: 225 kg / 496 lbs
Wet Weight: 237.2 kg / 523 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 14.5 Litres / 3.8 US gal
Consumption Average: 44.3 mpg
Standing 1/4 Mile: 13.3 sec / 97.2 mph 156.4 km/h
Top Speed: 108 mph 174 km/h
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