Yamaha xs750 (1976)

The Yamaha XS 750 is a motorcycle from 1976, featuring a four stroke, transverse three cylinder engine with 2 valves per cylinder and a 747 cc capacity. Its bore x stroke is 68 x 68.6 mm, with a compression ratio of 8.5:1. The cooling system is air-cooled, and induction is through 3 x 34mm Mikuni carburettors. The ignition is battery and coil, and starting is electric. The maximum power output is 47.7 kW/64 hp at 7500 rpm, with a 5-speed transmission and a shaft final drive. The front suspension features telescopic forks, with dual shock swing arm and preload adjustable rear suspension. The front brakes are dual 267mm discs, with a single 267mm disc for the rear brakes. The bike has a dry weight of 231 kg/470 lbs and a wet weight of 249 kg/550 lbs. The fuel capacity is 15 litres/4.0 US gal, with an oil capacity of 2.8 litres/6.0 US pts. Overall, the Yamaha XS 750 is a heavy and powerful motorcycle with a unique three-cylinder engine, offering smooth handling and a comfortable riding experience.

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Technical specifications:

Make Model: Yamaha XS 750

Year: 1976

Engine: Four stroke, transverse three cylinder, DOHC, 2 valves per cylinder.

Capacity: 747 cc / 45.6 cu in

Bore x Stroke: 68 x 68.6 mm

Compression Ratio: 8.5:1

Cooling System: Air cooled

Induction: 3 x 34mm Mikuni carburetors

Ignition: Battery and coil

Starting: Electric

Max Power: 47.7 kW / 64 hp @ 7500 rpm

Transmission: 5 Speed

Final Drive: Shaft

Front Suspension: Telescopic forks

Rear Suspension: Dual shocks swing arm, preload adjustable

Front Brakes: 2 x 267mm Discs

Rear Brakes: Single 267mm disc

Front Tyre: 3.25-19

Rear Tyre: 4.00-18

Dry Weight: 231 kg / 470 lbs

Wet Weight: 249 kg / 550 lbs

Fuel Capacity: 15 Litres / 4.0 US gal

Oil Capacity: 2.8 Litres / 6.0 US pts